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Blessed Pediatric Care - Miami Gardens

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Serving Lake Worth Beach, FLRegistered nurses provide direct skilled nursing care for each child on site ratioAccepting new students

Blessed Pediatric Care is a medical needs day care (Prescribed Pediatric Nursing Care Center) in Miami Gardens for children with complex medical conditions, fully equipped to provide skilled nursing, with physical, occupational, and speech therapy, ABA therapy, respiratory support, medication administration, meals, and transportation with flexible pick up and drop off.

Claimed ProfileFunding OptionsTransportation AvailableAccredited
OtherMultiple DisabilitiesEmotional/behavioral supportIntellectual / Developmental Disabilities
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Miami Learning Experience School special needs school in Miami, FL
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Miami Learning Experience School

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Serving Lake Worth Beach, FLGrades K-125:1 ratio

Miami Learning Experience School is a dedicated educational institution serving children and adults with special needs. Established in 1977, the school is committed to providing a nurturing environment that recognizes and cultivates the unique capabilities of each student. The core mission is to offer personalized care and tailored programs that empower individuals to achieve their educational and personal goals. Key offerings at Miami Learning Experience School include a variety of specialized programs designed to meet the diverse needs of students. These programs encompass: - Interactive Fine Arts Program, fostering creativity and self-expression through visual arts, music, drama, and performing arts - Daily Living Skills training, equipping students with essential life skills in a fully equipped residential-style learning environment - Community Based Instruction (CBI), providing real-world learning experiences at local stores and community locations - Volunteer Job Sites and On-The-Job Training, promoting community engagement and vocational training with job coaches - Special Olympics participation, encouraging physical fitness and teamwork through various sports including track and field, golf, tennis, softball, bowling, and basketball - The Shannon Adult Program, supporting adults with developmental disabilities through functional academics, independent living skills, employment opportunities, and social/leisure activities - Miami Learning Experience Designs, a micro business program where adults learn economics, supply and demand, and business operations while creating and selling resin art products - Continuing Education opportunities for lifelong learning The school maintains an exceptional 5:1 student-instructor ratio for K-12 programs (10:1 for adult programs), ensuring that each student receives individualized attention and support. All teachers are certified by the State of Florida in Exceptional Student Education. The school provides Academic Service Plans (ASP) updated four times per year, similar to traditional IEPs, with one-on-one family collaboration. The campus environment is designed to be inclusive and supportive, featuring specialized technology including interactive Promethean Boards in every classroom, a full bedroom, washer and dryer, full-working kitchen, and bathroom for teaching independent living skills. Miami Learning Experience School offers comprehensive support services including before school care (7:00 AM - 8:00 AM), after school care (2:30 PM - 6:00 PM), enrichment programs, and a summer camp program providing enriching activities, field trips, and socialization opportunities. The school operates year-round, closing only for brief periods between semesters. Financial assistance is available, with over 55% of students receiving financial aid. The school proudly participates in the Step Up for Students (FES-UA) scholarship program. Tuition ranges from $9,300 for part-time adult programs to $29,000 for full-time K-12 programs. This comprehensive approach to education, vocational training, and life skills development makes Miami Learning Experience School a unique and valuable resource for families seeking the best options for their children and adults with special needs.

Claimed ProfileFunding OptionsTransportation AvailableAccredited
Special education schoolAutismCerebral palsyDevelopmental Disabilities
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Mountaineers School of Autism special needs school in West Palm Beach, FL photo 20
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Mountaineers School of Autism

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Serving Lake Worth Beach, FLup to age 22$35,000 per year

Mountaineer's School of Autism is a dedicated educational institution focused on providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children with autism and related developmental challenges. The school's core mission is to empower students by fostering their academic, social, and emotional growth through individualized learning approaches and comprehensive therapeutic services. Key offerings at Mountaineer's School of Autism include a range of specialized programs designed to meet the unique needs of each student. These programs encompass Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills groups. Additionally, the school provides academic instruction tailored to various learning styles, incorporating technology such as iPads to enhance learning experiences. Students also benefit from extracurricular activities, including athletics, music, and independent living skills training, ensuring a well-rounded education. What sets Mountaineer's School of Autism apart is its commitment to maintaining low student-teacher ratios, allowing for personalized attention and support. The school fosters a collaborative community where students can thrive alongside their peers, supported by a team of compassionate educators and therapists. With a focus on building friendships and encouraging personal growth, Mountaineer's School of Autism is a place where children can truly reach their potential in a safe and loving environment. Mountaineer's School of Autism is a dedicated special education institution in West Palm Beach, Florida. We provide a nurturing, supportive environment tailored to students on the autism spectrum, with programs spanning athletics, music, Spanish and sign language, technology (including iPads), academics, social skills, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and individualized learning. Our team helps each student grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a community built on friendship, support, patience, and love.

  • Special education school
  • Autism
  • ADHD
  • Neurotypical
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Greenacres Christian Academy

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Lake Worth Beach, FLGrades K-12

Greenacres Christian Academy is a private Christian school in Lake Worth Beach at 4982 Cambridge St, serving kindergarten through twelfth grade since 1980. The GCA Panthers campus offers athletics, a lunch program, uniform guidelines, and a full K-12 Christian education in Palm Beach County. Greenacres Christian Academy provides arrival and dismissal procedures, student supply lists, volunteer opportunities, and a calendar of important dates for the school year. The school serves families in Lake Worth Beach and surrounding communities seeking a faith-based K-12 option. Submit an inquiry through the Special Needs USA listing to ask about Christian school enrollment, grade levels, tuition, and athletics at Greenacres Christian Academy.

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  • Private school
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Planet Kids Imagination Station

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Lake Worth Beach, FLAges 2-5

Planet Kids Imagination Station is an Apple-accredited preschool and child care center in Lake Worth Beach at 4655 S Military Trl, part of the Planet Kids family of early learning centers in Palm Beach County. The school serves infants through Pre-K and VPK with enrichment programs, after-school care, and summer camp options. Planet Kids emphasizes individual assessment and each child's learning pace, with carefully screened staff who provide a secure, loving, and educational environment focused on discovery and self-expression for young learners. Submit an inquiry through Special Needs USA to ask about infant through VPK enrollment, part-time schedules, and tour availability at Planet Kids Imagination Station in Lake Worth Beach.

  • Preschool
  • Private school
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Planning guides

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Florida FES-UA funding guide

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FES-UA approved expenses

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Comparing school options in Lake Worth Beach

Lake Worth Beach students are served by the School District of Palm Beach County, which groups schools into regions, each with its own ESE coordinator. Lake Worth High and Lake Worth Middle appear on the Central Region school list. The Central Region office is at 4703 10th Avenue North in Greenacres, phone 561-868-5326, and lists a Central Region ESE coordinator.

For a student already in a district public school or public charter school, Palm Beach County's Child Find process starts with the school's ESE coordinator. The district ESE department, at 3300 Forest Hill Boulevard in West Palm Beach (561-434-8740), oversees services for students with disabilities and Section 504. School assignment depends on your home address, so confirm the zoned school before choosing a contact.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Special Needs Schools in Lake Worth Beach

Which regional office supports Lake Worth Beach schools?
The district lists Lake Worth High and Lake Worth Middle in its Central Region, whose office is at 4703 10th Avenue North in Greenacres, phone 561-868-5326. The office lists a Central Region ESE coordinator. Each region publishes its own school list, so check the list for your child's specific school before calling a regional office.
My child already attends a public or charter school. Where do I start?
Palm Beach County's Child Find page says students in a district public school or public charter school should contact the school's ESE coordinator. Put your concerns and your request for an evaluation in writing. Under Florida's rule, the district then has 30 days to seek your consent or explain a refusal in writing. Our evaluation request guide can help.
Does the ESE department handle 504 plans too?
Yes. The district's ESE department says it provides, supports, and monitors services for students with disabilities and for Section 504. Its office is at 3300 Forest Hill Boulevard, Suite A-203, West Palm Beach, phone 561-434-8740. If you are deciding between the two plans, our 504 plan vs IEP guide lays out the differences.
How long does an evaluation take once I sign consent?
Florida requires the initial evaluation within 60 calendar days after the district receives your consent. School holidays, Thanksgiving, winter and spring breaks, and summer vacation do not count toward that window. If your child is absent more than eight school days during the period, those days do not count either. Note the date you signed.

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