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Best Special Needs Schools in Tullahoma, Tennessee (2026)

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Jack T Farrar Elementary School

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Tullahoma, TNGrades K-5

Jack T. Farrar Elementary School is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment for students with diverse learning needs, including those with language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional learners. The school's core mission emphasizes the importance of academic, social, and emotional development, ensuring that each child is prepared for a lifetime of learning with integrity and passion. Utilizing innovative educational methodologies and therapeutic programs tailored specifically to meet the unique challenges faced by its students, Jack T. Farrar Elementary promotes a holistic approach to education that prioritizes individualized learning experiences. One of the distinguishing features of this school is its low student-teacher ratio, allowing for personalized attention that significantly enhances student engagement and success. Additionally, strong partnerships with families are fostered through consistent communication and collaborative involvement in the educational process. The school's specialized facilities are designed to support various therapeutic interventions, creating a safe space where students can thrive both academically and socially. Overall, Jack T. Farrar Elementary School stands out not only for its commitment to excellence in education but also for its compassionate approach to supporting each student's journey towards growth and achievement. By nurturing a community that values every child's potential, the school exemplifies what it means to create limitless possibilities for all learners.

  • Elementary school
  • Public school
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Tullahoma Virtual Academy

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Tullahoma, TNGrades 6-12Tuition-free

Tullahoma Virtual Academy gives Tullahoma City Schools students in grades 6 to 12 a flexible, online path through their coursework. Our courses are asynchronous, so students choose when and where to work through lessons and assignments, and teachers answer questions by email. Students also attend regularly scheduled live meetings with their course instructors for deeper instruction. Any TCS student can take TVA courses. Tullahoma High School students may add one or two virtual courses each semester without changing their enrollment. Students who want most or all of their classes online can transfer their enrollment to TVA and still take in-person classes at THS and join its sports, co-curricular organizations and extracurricular activities.

  • Public virtual school (grades 6-12)
  • Online learning
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Public school
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West Middle School

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Tullahoma, TNGrades 6-8Tuition-free

West Middle School is a Tullahoma City Schools middle school on Hermitage Drive, and our students are the Bobcats. Three expectations apply to students and staff alike: respect, learn and lead. Our 21st Century program keeps the building busy after the final bell every day of the week, with homework help each afternoon and early-morning tutoring sessions through the week. Students can join yearbook, video club and video production, sewing and needlework, art club, upcycling, Japan club, culture club, a sixth-grade math team, FBLA-ML, LEGO League and game day. Our Fab Lab STEM room opens after school for hands-on projects. Student council meets monthly and runs a recycling effort, and a student leadership group and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes also meet before or after school. During the day, students take art and choir, and band runs through the district music program. Our library supports reading across subjects, and our school counselor works with students on academic, career and social-emotional growth. Our basketball teams play schools across the region.

  • Public middle school
  • STEM Fab Lab
  • After-school clubs
  • Public school
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Tullahoma City Schools serves students with special needs starting on their third birthday. For a preschooler age 3 to 5, call 931-454-2639 to book a screening at the Community School Services Building, 301 W. Decherd Street. The screening lasts about an hour and covers vision, hearing, fine and gross motor skills, speech and language, and thinking skills as needed.

For school-age students, Tullahoma City Schools asks parents who suspect a disability to contact the principal at the child's home school or the special education supervisor at 931-454-2639. Children from birth to 3 can be served through the Tennessee Early Intervention System, which the district describes as a voluntary program for families. The district serves all students in the least restrictive environment based on individual needs. It also identifies intellectually gifted students under Tennessee's eligibility rules, and IEP teams serve those who meet the criteria.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Special Needs Schools in Tullahoma

What should I expect at the preschool screening?
Plan on about an hour at the Community School Services Building. Staff check the areas your child needs, which can include vision, hearing, fine and gross motor skills, speech and language, and thinking skills. You will be asked to fill out a developmental and behavioral history questionnaire, so bring dates and notes. Our early intervention guide covers the move from TEIS at age 3.
Why is gifted education part of special education here?
Tennessee treats intellectually gifted as a special education category. Tullahoma quotes the state definition: a child whose intellectual abilities and potential are so outstanding that educational performance is adversely affected, meaning the general curriculum alone does not meet the child's needs. Students who meet the criteria are served by an IEP team. Our IEP guide explains how an IEP works.
How do I refer a baby or toddler in Tullahoma?
Contact the Tennessee Early Intervention System, which provides therapy and other services at no cost to families of infants and young children with delays or disabilities. You can refer online or by calling (800) 852-7157. Have your child's name, birth date, county of residence, and reason for referral ready. Tullahoma City Schools takes over services at age 3.
How long does the district have to evaluate?
Tennessee requires the initial evaluation and eligibility decision within 60 calendar days of your written consent. If your child qualifies, the first IEP meeting must happen within 30 calendar days. Once an IEP exists, you can ask for a meeting in writing, and the district must hold it within 10 school days or on a date you agree to. Our evaluation request guide helps you start.

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