Cypress School - Petaluma

Cypress Primary School is a nonpublic school operated by UCP of the North Bay in Petaluma, California. It serves students ages 5-14 with autism, similar disabilities, moderate to severe developmental disabilities, and intensive behavioral, learning, and communication challenges whose needs cannot be met in public school special day classes. The school provides a personalized curriculum emphasizing functional academics, communication, social skills, sensory regulation, and community-based living and vocational skills. Instruction occurs in inclusive classroom environments with sensory-friendly spaces and is supported by speech and language therapy, occupational and physical therapy, counseling, and positive behavior supports. Individualized Education Plans guide each student's program. Students are placed by school districts. The school operates two campuses in Petaluma; the Primary campus addresses younger students while the Secondary campus serves ages 14-22 with transition services.