Volunteered here with my work back in the summer and was so amazed by the campus and all of the…read morethings they have to offer their students. They make and sell dog treats, have an ever growing garden, green house, raise tilapia and so much more. The school serves special needs children and young adults of varying disabilities from the ages of 5 to 21--and even after 21 students have an opportunity to continue in the "post-graduate program." NFSSE does so much for the special needs community of all ages in our city, providing life skills, traditional education, and socialization.

From the owner: Celebrating 20 Years!…read more North Florida School Of Special Education provides individualized learning programs designed to support students with diverse educational needs. The school offers specialized instruction tailored to each student's abilities and learning style. Experienced educators create supportive environments where students can develop academic skills, build confidence, and reach their full potential. Small class sizes ensure personalized attention and meaningful progress. The curriculum addresses cognitive, social, and emotional development through evidence-based teaching methods. Families partner with dedicated staff to establish goals and celebrate achievements.

THIS SCHOOL IS THE BEST FOR STUDENTS WITH AN IEP /504 PLAN: My son has been at Alden Rd for a few…read moreyears now, how we wish we would have transferred sooner! The teachers, staff, paras and intervention team at this school are top-notch! The leadership of Principal Blitch and Asst. Principal Baine is the best! Everyone there truly cares about our kids, gets to know them and all seem happy to be there, which is rare in public schools these days! My son has excelled since being here, he finished the academics and graduated and the transition program is awesome - the ability to try different jobs to gauge possible career interests and lots of socialization!

This school is one of the best places I have work for ever since I joined the Duval school…read moredistrict. I am not to lie and say that everyone is the perfect person for this Job. There are many challenges here. I see a lot of good souls that work because they want to not because they have to. Many workers in the school system make very little money, yet, they come to work under undesired circumstances. I applaud and commend all of them who do so.

Pine Castle performs a valuable service to the community by assisting "Adults with Differences"…read morethrough day programs and residential services equipping them to live independently and contribute to society giving them a sense of accomplishment and self worth. We support this entity during the year through financial support and at Christmas time by providing a Christmas party and gifts to bring joy and happiness to our brothers and sisters.

I attended a half-day Christian brothers fellowship on June 4, 2016. It was pleasant and a joy to…read morebe in a clean and beautiful campus. My meeting started at 10a-12:30p, then we broke for lunch. There are approximately 70 persons that attended from all over the Southeast US. After lunch, we picked up again and watched a video and concluded approximately 4:30pm. We met in the lovely Bowery Family Life Enrichment Center, on the Gym floor. The A/C kept us cool inside while it was near 91° degrees outside. The restrooms were clean and adequate for the number of people at the conference. I also peeped into the kitchen and it was also spacious.

Brain Balance has been a true blessing to our family. We tried other programs that ended in…read moredisappointment. Previously, my daughter struggled to grasp abstract concepts and formulas, which made math frustrating. It was also hard for her to do homework and chores independently. Since completing the Brain Balance program, my daughter has made great improvement academically and personally. Now, she creates her own homework schedules and completes her assignments without being asked. She easily understands complex equations and her grades improved to As. Consequently, her confidence and self-esteem have also improved. We are so grateful for Brain Balance Jacksonville and their kind and loving staff. They gave us hope and made this program a delightful and effective experience. We highly recommend it!

Watching our son Trey struggle with reading comprehension and confidence was incredibly hard as a…read moreparent. He was diagnosed with dyslexia and struggled with focus, attention, and learning. He started on a 504 plan and eventually moved to an IEP, but we still felt like he was falling behind and becoming more frustrated with school. From the beginning, Brain Balance Jacksonville gave us a better understanding of what was going on with his attention, executive function, and learning. We finally felt like we had a plan that addressed the root of his struggles. Over time, we saw improvements in his reading comprehension, focus, and ability to stay on task. His confidence grew, and his attitude toward school completely changed. Today, Trey is on the honor roll, something we never thought possible before starting at Brain Balance Jacksonville. If you are in Jacksonville and your child is struggling with dyslexia, ADHD symptoms, focus, attention, executive function, or learning challenges, I highly recommend Brain Balance Jacksonville. It has made a tremendous difference for our family, and we are so grateful we found them."

The Jericho School is the longest serving school for children with autism in the state of Florida…read morethat utilizes Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior. As a non-profit organization The Jericho School is dedicated to providing the highest quality of services and is always committed to Progress over Profits.

They accept all children, but are pricer than most caregivers in the area. They have a waiting list…read moreat the moment. Full time only

From the owner: DLC Nurse & Learn is an inclusion child care center for children of all abilities. Children with…read moreCerebral Palsy, Down's Syndrome, Spina Bifida, Microcephaly, seizure disorders, g-tubes, apnea monitors and other special needs are welcome at DLC Nurse & Learn! We have classrooms for infants-5 year olds, including VP-K for 4 year olds. We also have after school programs for children up to 22 years of age. Scholarships are available for families that qualify. Our services include child care, preschool, extended day programs, registered nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, early intervention, developmental screening and low adult to child ratios for more one-on-one attention to individual goals for each child.