Best Special Needs Schools in Anaheim, California (2026)

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Canyon Hills School

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Anaheim, CAGrades K-12 & up to 22

Canyon Hills School is a public special education campus in Anaheim, in the Orange Unified School District. Students span elementary school through young adulthood: kindergarten through grade 12, and ages 18 through 22. The campus serves students with moderate to severe disabilities, including autism and behavioral needs, along with speech, language, and occupational challenges. Related services are arranged through the district.

Special education school
Autism
Behavioral challenges
moderate-to-severe disabilities

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Orange Unified Pre-K SDC School

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Anaheim, CAAges 2-5

Orange Unified Pre-K SDC School is listed as a district special education preschool program in Anaheim. Families looking for early support can confirm eligibility, referral steps, and service delivery details directly with Orange Unified special education staff.

Special education school
Autism
Behavioral challenges
Occupational therapy

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