Avalon Academy
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Avalon Academy is a specialized private non-public school dedicated to serving students with movement disorders, cerebral palsy, and complex motor and communication needs, ages 5-22. This interdisciplinary program integrates comprehensive special education with full therapeutic services including speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and adapted physical education. The school employs certified special education teachers, licensed therapists, and specialists trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to provide individualized education plans tailored to each student's unique physical, communication, and academic needs. Avalon Academy emphasizes a family-focused approach with strong parent partnerships, maintaining low student-teacher ratios to ensure personalized attention. The specialized campus is equipped with adaptive technology, mobility equipment, and therapeutic facilities to support students with complex physical disabilities while promoting independence, communication skills, and academic achievement through evidence-based interventions.
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818 Mahler Rd, Burlingame, CA 94010, United States
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