Illustrative photoNew Vista School
Grades and ages
Ages 11-22
Student-teacher ratio
6:1
Tuition
Contact School for Tuition Schedule / District Referral Info
About New Vista School
New Vista School in Laguna Hills, California, is an accredited, non-profit independent day school and certified California Non-Public School (NPS) dedicated to educating students in Grades 6 through 12+ diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), language learning disabilities, and executive functioning challenges across South Orange County. Operating since 2004, New Vista provides a structured, low-distraction academic haven with small class cohorts (average 6:1 ratio). Certified special education teachers and behavioral mentors deliver rigorous standard-aligned academics integrated with daily social skills instruction (UCLA PEERS curriculum), emotional self-regulation, executive functioning habits, and community-based vocational transition training.
Student fit
Who this school serves
Grades and ages
- 6-8
- 9-12
- Post-Secondary Transition (Ages 18-22)
- Ages 11-22
Learning needs supported
- Autism (ASD)
Specialties
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 1/2)
- Language-Based Learning Disabilities
- Executive Functioning Deficits
- Social Communication Differences
- Transition-Age Support
Learning and support
Curriculum and therapeutic services
Services and supports
- Social Pragmatics & PEERS Social Skills
- Executive Function Coaching
- Behavioral Mentorship
- Vocational & Transition Support
Programs
Programs at New Vista School
Other programs and supports
- Social Pragmatics & PEERS Social Skills
- Executive Function Coaching
- Behavioral Mentorship
- Vocational & Transition Support
School facts
Practical details for families
Accreditation and licensing
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
- California Department of Education Certified NPS
Tuition and funding
Tuition: Contact School for Tuition Schedule / District Referral Info
- School District NPS Placement (IEP)
- Need-Based Financial Aid
- Private Pay
Visit us
Location and directions
Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Vista School
What grade levels and ages are served at New Vista School?
New Vista serves students in grades 6 through 12 and young adults up to age 22 across its middle school, high school, and VISTA transition programs.
What social skills curriculum is implemented?
New Vista embeds the evidence-based UCLA PEERS social skills curriculum into daily classroom instruction to build peer friendships and social confidence.
Can school districts place students at New Vista School?
Yes, New Vista is a certified California Non-Public School (NPS) partnered with Orange County school districts for IEP placements.
Reviews
No reviews yet
Have experience with this provider? Help another family by sharing it.
Are you a representative of New Vista School?
Manage your school's information and respond to reviews
Need ABA therapy too?
Compare ABA therapy providers serving Laguna Hills, CA.