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SchoolDecatur, GA

Life Skills Autism Academy

Grades and ages

Ages 5-8

Student-teacher ratio

1:1

Tuition

Covered by Health Insurance / Sliding Scale Options

About Life Skills Autism Academy

Life Skills Autism Academy in Decatur builds individualized education into the school day for autistic students. Our classes are small, with a paraprofessional in each classroom, and learning supports and therapies are woven into students’ daily routines. The goal of the program is to address academic learning alongside communication and everyday skills.

Student fit

Who this school serves

Grades and ages

  • Early Intervention (Ages 1.5-3)
  • Preschool
  • Kindergarten Readiness
  • Ages 1.5-8

Learning needs supported

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

Specialties

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (Early Childhood)
  • Non-Verbal & Emerging Communication
  • Behavioral Regulation & Tantrums
  • Sensory Processing Delays
  • School Readiness

Learning and support

Curriculum and therapeutic services

Services and supports

  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Direct Supervision
  • Speech & Language Co-Treatment
  • Parent Guidance & Training

Programs

Programs at Life Skills Autism Academy

Other programs and supports

  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Direct Supervision
  • Speech & Language Co-Treatment
  • Parent Guidance & Training

School facts

Practical details for families

Accreditation and licensing

  • BHCOE Accredited Autism Provider

Tuition and funding

Tuition: Covered by Health Insurance / Sliding Scale Options

  • Commercial Health Insurance (Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare)
  • Georgia Medicaid / PeachCare
  • Private Pay

Visit us

Location and directions

Map

Physical address

4177 Rainbow Dr, Decatur, GA 30034

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Life Skills Autism Academy

What age group is served at Life Skills Autism Academy Decatur?

The academy serves young children from 18 months through age 8 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

What is the student-to-staff ratio during therapy sessions?

Every child receives intensive 1-to-1 instruction from a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) under continuous BCBA clinical supervision.

Is ABA therapy covered by insurance?

Yes, services are covered by most commercial insurance providers in Georgia and Georgia Medicaid/PeachCare.

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