Programs for Learning Differences

CLAY COUNTY

Lighthouse Christian School Middleburg Orange Park www.lighthousechristianschool.net

Lighthouse Christian School is a private school that focuses on students who may benefit from smaller classes and individualized instruction intended to help the students learn better. Many of their students go on to higher learning institutions.

Seven Bridges School www.sevenbridgesschool.org

With a large range of classes from foreign languages to fine arts, Seven Bridges School is an institution that caters to students with average to above average intelligence who need a little extra assistance and attention.

DUVAL COUNTY DUVAL-BEACHES

Noble School, The www.nobleschooljax.org

The Noble School welcomes students between 5th and 12th grade that may be dealing with dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, processing disorders or autism. Their classes focus on one-on-one instruction and individualized instruction and support.

DUVAL-NORTH

Greenwood School www.greenwoodjax.org

Middle and high school students with ADHD, dyslexia, autism and other learning differences are welcome at Greenwood School where they can experience a multitude of classes and extracurricular activities that focus on college and career prep.

Jericho School, The www.thejerichoschool.org

The Jericho School is a private nonprofit school that utilizes Applied and Verbal Behavior Analysis to teach students with autism and other developmental disabilities.

Lighthouse Christian School Arlington www.lighthousechristianschool.net

Lighthouse Christian School is a private school that focuses on students who may benefit from smaller classes and individualized instruction intended to help the students learn better. Many of their students go on to higher learning institutions.

DUVAL-SOUTH

Alden Road Exceptional Student Center dcps.duvalschools.org/ar

Alden Road focuses on creating a positive learning environment that will enable their students to become productive members of the community. Their program promotes self-advocacy, self-determination and self-esteem.

Center Academy Mandarin St. Johns Bluff www.centeracademy.com

The Center offers a multitude of specialized programs for students grades 4 through 12 with learning differences, including college preparatory curriculums, dual enrollment and summer programs.

Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech www.clarkeschool.org

Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech offers a “listening and learning program,” which means that they teach students how to speak auditorily so they can be mainstreamed into nonspecialized schools.

DePaul School of Northeast Florida www.depaulschool.com

The DePaul School has developed specialized curriculums for students between 2nd and 8th grade with dyslexia and related learning differences that is slow-paced, repetitive and deliberate to help them learn in a positive and encouraging manner.

Great Strides School www.greatstridesrehab.com

Great Strides is a comprehensive rehabilitation facility that provides physical, speech, music and occupational therapy, Applied Behavior Analysis, psychological services, autism evaluations and social skills groups.

Jacksonville School for Autism www.jsakids.org

Employing an “outside of the desk” way of educating, the Jacksonville School for Autism works to prepare students for adulthood and provides early childhood development, vocational and enrichment programs.

Lighthouse Christian School Mandarin www.lighthousechristianschool.net

Lighthouse Christian School is a private school that focuses on students who may benefit from smaller classes and individualized instruction intended to help the students learn better. Many of their students go on to higher learning institutions.

Little Star Center www.littlestarjax.com

The Little Star Center functions as a private school and behavior therapy center with part- and full-time programs that focus on the needs of children who are on the autism spectrum or have other developmental differences.

Mainspring Academy www.mainspringacademy.org

Mainspring Academy believes that teamwork, communication, personal growth, culture and tenacity are integral to foster a positive and successful learning environment.

Morning Star School www.morningstar-jax.org

Morning Star serves children from kindergarten to 12th grade and offers several services that include academic instruction, religious courses, physical education, classes in the arts, among others. They are the only special education school in the Diocese of St. Augustine.

North Florida School of Special Education www.northfloridaschool.org

The North Florida School of Special Education serves children and adults from ages 6-22 who have intellectual and developmental differences. The school offers an innovative academic and therapeutic environment for students up to age 40, as well as postgraduate programs including vocation training, internships and more.

DUVAL-WEST

Lighthouse Christian School Dinsmore Northside Westside www.lighthousechristianschool.net

Lighthouse Christian School is a private school that focuses on students who may benefit from smaller classes and individualized instruction intended to help the students learn better. Many of their students go on to higher learning institutions.

Mt. Herman Exceptional Student Center dcps.duvalschools.org/mhesc

The Mt. Herman Exceptional Student Center works with individuals from ages 3 to 21 who have severe disabilities and focuses on the abilities of the students, which helps foster growth in academics, communication, independent functioning and social skills.

Palm Avenue Exceptional Student Center dcps.duvalschools.org/palmavenue

Palm Avenue challenges their students and helps them obtain the skills necessary to lead independent and active lives using enriching and educational real-life experiences within a safe environment.

NASSAU COUNTY

Lighthouse Christian School Callahan www.lighthousechristianschool.net

Lighthouse Christian School is a private school that focuses on students who may benefit from smaller classes and individualized instruction intended to help the students learn better. Many of their students go on to higher learning institutions.

ST. JOHNS COUNTY

Florida School for.....................827-2200 the Deaf & the Blind www.fsdbk12.org

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The Florida School for the Deaf & the Blind is the only school of its kind in the state of Florida for those with hearing and visual impairments and is a fully accredited, tuition-free public school. They offer K-12th grade classes on campus, as well as a Pre-K early learning center.

Resources for Stay-atHome Parents

While many familial resources tend to cater to working parents, the First Coast makes sure that stay-at-home parents have all the resources they need, whether it’s a support group to vent your frustrations or early learning tools so you can prepare your young ones for school. Circle of Parents www.circleofparents.org

Healthy Families Florida www.healthyfamiliesfla.org

Office of Early Learning www.floridaearlylearning.com/family-resources

Parent Academy www.dcps.duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy

First Coast Child Care Resources

Don’t let finding the right childcare for your children add to the stress of a move. The First Coast has plenty of state-funded and private childcare options with stimulating curriculums, trained staff and safe facilities.

Child Care Aware of America www.childcareaware.org/state/florida

Early Learning Coalition of Duval www.elcduval.org/child-care

Early Learning Coalition of North Florida www.elcnorthflorida.org

Episcopal Children’s Services www.ecs4kids.org

Florida Association for Child Care Management www.faccm.org

Florida Association for the Education of Young Children www.flaeyc.org

Florida Department of Children and Families www.myflfamilies.com

Florida Head Start Association www.flheadstart.org

Office of Early Learning www.floridaearlylearning.com