Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center
Grades and ages
Ages 3-22
Enrollment
104 students
Student-teacher ratio
2:1
Tuition
Tuition-Free (LAUSD Public Special Education)
School photos
About Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center
Autism, intellectual-disability, and multiple-disability special day classes are part of Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center. Our LAUSD campus uses the Unique Learning System and Positive Behavior Support, with IEP teams guiding placement and goals. Students work on communication, mobility, functional academics, and daily living skills; the MOVE program supports movement through classroom and campus activities.
Student fit
Who this school serves
Grades and ages
- Early Childhood Special Education
- K-5
- 6-8
- 9-12
- Adult Transition (to 22)
- Ages 3-22
Learning needs supported
- Autism
- Intellectual disabilities
- Multiple disabilities
- Severe multiple disabilities
Specialties
- Autism
- Intellectual disabilities
- Multiple disabilities
- Communication and mobility support
Learning and support
Curriculum and therapeutic services
Services and supports
- Pediatric Physical Therapy
- Occupational & Sensory Therapy
- Speech & AAC Communication Therapy
- Full-Time Specialized Nursing Care
Programs
Programs at Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center
Other programs and supports
- Pediatric Physical Therapy
- Occupational & Sensory Therapy
- Speech & AAC Communication Therapy
- Full-Time Specialized Nursing Care
School facts
Practical details for families
- Students with IEPs
- 65 (98% of students)
Accreditation and licensing
- WASC Accredited Public Special Education Center
- LAUSD Authorized
Tuition and funding
Tuition: Tuition-Free (LAUSD Public Special Education)
- Tuition-Free Public Special Education Placement (LAUSD IEP Placement)
Enrollment
104 students
Visit us
Location and directions
Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center
How are students placed at Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center?
Placement is determined by an LAUSD Individualized Education Program (IEP) team when a student's complex medical or severe cognitive needs require a specialized center setting.
Is Salvin Special Education Center a tuition-free public school?
Yes, Salvin is a tuition-free public special education facility operated by Los Angeles Unified School District.
What medical and therapeutic supports are available on campus?
Salvin features full-time school nurses, adapted medical equipment, sensory therapy rooms, and on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapists.
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