Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center

Quincy Public Schools, located in West Central Illinois, is dedicated to fostering personal excellence among its diverse student body, including those with special needs. The district serves a wide age range, focusing on students with various diagnoses such as language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional learners. With a commitment to individualized education, Quincy Public Schools implements tailored programs and therapeutic methodologies designed to meet the unique needs of each student. This includes specialized instructional strategies that promote both academic achievement and social-emotional development. What sets Quincy Public Schools apart is its emphasis on low student-teacher ratios, allowing for personalized attention and support. Additionally, the school actively engages families through strong partnerships and community events that foster a supportive environment for students and their guardians. The combination of dedicated staff, specialized facilities, and a nurturing atmosphere makes Quincy Public Schools a distinctive choice for families seeking quality education for their children with special needs.

Quincy's Early Childhood & Family Center brings Head Start, Pre-K for All, Early Childhood Special Education, and Transitional Kindergarten together at its South 8th Street campus. Children learn through play and hands-on activities that build language, problem-solving, social skills, and readiness for kindergarten. The Early Childhood Special Education program serves eligible children ages 3–5 with instruction planned through each child's IEP. Depending on individual needs, support can include speech and language, occupational or physical therapy, vision or hearing services, and help with developmental delays. Families of district children ages 3–5 can request DIAL-3 screening, which looks at communication, thinking, social development, and fine and gross motor skills. Each program has its own enrollment criteria and availability; families can contact the center to discuss a screening or placement.

ABC Academy is a private school in Chicago serving prekindergarten and kindergarten students. Contact the school directly to confirm its current programs, availability, and student support services.