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Database of Schools and Centres

LIST OF SCHOOLS AND CENTRES FOR NEURODIVERSE YOUTH

Note: Summit School does not endorse any of these schools. This list is for information purposes only.

CANADA

Country
City
School Name
Website
Profile / Diagnosis Clientelle
Mission
CANADA
Markham, Ontario
Autism In Mind
https://autisminmind.org/
autism
CANADA
Toronto, Ontario
Autism Speaks
https://www.autismspeaks.ca/who-we-are/
autism
CANADA
London, Ontario
Thames Valley Children's Centre
https://www.tvcc.on.ca/autism-behavioural-services
Autism Spectrum Disorder
We work to support children and their families to achieve the highest possible quality of life. Through a variety of services and supports for children and youth with physical disabilities, communication disorders, developmental delays and autism spectrum disorders, we aim to help our clients to be their best!
CANADA
Mississauga, Ontario
Jake's House
https://www.jakeshouse.ca/contact/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Our mission is to provide meaningful support to families living with autism across Canada.
CANADA
Barrie, Ontario
Kinark Autism Services
https://kinarkautismservices.ca/about-kinark-autism-services/
Autism Spectrum Disorder (age 2-18)
Our mission is to help children and youth with complex needs achieve better life outcomes.
CANADA
Montreal
Summit School
www.summit-school.com
Autism, down syndrome, any developmentally disabled youth
CANADA
Toronto
Brighton School
https://www.brightonschool.ca/
Autism, down syndrome, any developmentally disabled youth
Brighton is the leading private school in Toronto intentionally designed for elementary and secondary students with learning challenges.
CANADA
Calgary, Alberta
Calgary Quest School
https://www.calgaryquestschool.com/about
cross disability sudents
To create committed multi-disciplinary community working together to provide a supportive learning environment for cross-disability students and their families to deliver the best outcomes in their social, emotional, and educational journey.
CANADA
New Westminster, British Colombia
PALS Autism School
https://palsautismschool.ca/the-pals-approach/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
PALS Autism Society is a dedicated elementary and secondary school in British Columbia for children and adolescents with autism, designated by the Ministry of Education as a special education school, accompanied by a licensed before and after-school care program.
CANADA
Coquitlam, British Colombia
Greater Heights
https://greaterheightslearningacademy.ca/about-us/
Brain dysfunction, genetic syndromes, Autism, attentional problems, and a host of specific academic and emotional challenges
We strive to support the school environment by building a more inclusive curriculum, addressing a range of learning styles, and offering a wide array of diversity efforts and programs. Our school empowers all students to embrace their learning, achieve their personal best and build their emotional, social and physical well-being
CANADA
Vancouver, British Colombia
Eaton Arrowsmith
https://eatonarrowsmith.com/our-approach
Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Concussion or Brain Injury
To provide compassionate learning communities, built on integrity, trust, and growth, that empower positive change.
CANADA
Missisauga, ONTARIO
Oakwood Acadmy
https://www.oakwoodacademy.ca/about-us/
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) educational, social-emotional, mental health, and/or developmental challenges
Oakwood Academy’s Vision to create a school where a child’s full range of strengths and challenges are understood and met within an individualized curriculum.
CANADA
Toronto, ONTARIO
Bright Start Academy
https://brightstartacademy.info/programs/
Autism or other Developmental Disability
Bright Start Academy is a Private School for children, youth and young adults in North York, ON that require additional support in Academics, Communication, Social Skills, and Functional Daily Living Skills.
CANADA
Toronto, Ontario
Magnificent Minds
https://www.magnificentminds.ca/expertise
Autism, Dual-Diagnosis & Neurodiversity
Magnificent Minds Inc. is a collaborative school environment for optimizing learning, and supporting the mental health and wellbeing of neurodivergent kids and the families who support them.
CANADA
Hamilton, Ontario
Cornerstones (CENTRE)
https://www.cornerstoneshamilton.com/clients
Autism, down syndrome, any developmentally disabled youth
Cornerstones mission is to provide the tools and the resources to assist each individual in his/her journey towards a fuller and richer quality of life.
CANADA
Barrie, Ontario
Inclusive Milestones (CENTRE)
https://inclusivemilestones.ca/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
With a program suited for everyone, we are helping children reach for and achieve milestones, while also being the catalyst of change toward neurodiversity acceptance.
CANADA
St Aurora, ONTARIO
Lighthouse Learning
https://lhldc.com/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
The Lighthouse Learning and Development Centre is a private school for children with autism in York Region. Our focus is on academic success from grades K-12.
CANADA
Richmond Hill, ONTARIO
Open Mind Alliance
https://openmindalliance.ca/about-overview/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Our School, located in Richmond Hill, has been designed and built with the special sensory needs of our students in mind. The calm ambience of our all-LED-lit environment alleviates some of the sensory burden produced by florescent and other types of lighting.
CANADA
Oshawa, ONTARIO
Step by Step Academy
https://stepbystepacademy.ca/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Step By Step Academy’s mission is to support children and youth with special needs and their families, by applying evidence based practices based on their specific needs, to create meaningful change in their lives.
CANADA
Calgary, ALBERTA
Janus Academy
https://janusacademy.org/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
To empower and support persons with autism and their families, maximizing their quality of life by providing the model learning environment that meets their academic, social and emotional needs.
CANADA
Edmonton, ALBERTA
Elves Society
http://www.elves-society.org/about-elves/
Autism, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), Down Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy.
Elves provides individuals with severe disabilities and special needs with a unique, individualized educational or day program to promote their maximum development and to enhance the quality of life of the individuals and their families within a supportive and caring environment.
CANADA
Calgary, ALBERTA
Pace Kids
https://pacekids.ca/our-work/
Speech Delay, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Global Developmental Delay, Down Syndrome, and Brain Injury.
Pacekids empowers children with diverse needs and their families through excellence in therapy, education, and play.
CANADA
Edmonton, ALBERTA
Children's Autism Services of Edmonton
https://childrensautism.ca/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Children’s Autism Services of Edmonton is an organization of excellence in the area of support services for children with autism and other developmental disorders. We have dedicated, dynamic and qualified professionals providing family-centered programming.
CANADA
Calgary, ALBERTA
Renfrew Educational Services
https://renfreweducation.org/
Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Global Development Delays.
We exist to serve and to provide the best possible programs and services so that children and youth can grow and work towards their potential.
CANADA
Calgary,ALBERTA
New Heights
https://www.newheightscalgary.com/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Preparing our kids for the community and the community for our kids.
CANADA
Toronto, Ontario
Geneva Center for Autism
https://www.autism.net/foundation
autism
CANADA
Milton, TORONTO
Trillium Demonstration School
https://tri.pdsbnet.ca/about_us
Autism, down syndrome, any developmentally disabled youth
We increase learning efficiency, build confidence, and develop the core skills required to read, write, and work with numbers through a neuroplastic and systematic approach to skill development.
CANADA
Toronto, ONTARIO
Bloorview School Authority
https://bloorviewschool.ca/our-school
physical and/or communication disabilities and related developmental issues
The Integrated Education and Therapy (IET) Program is an interdisciplinary early intervention program for children with a range of physical and/or communication disabilities from Kindergarten to Grade 1. During the school day, children receive physical, occupational and speech therapies along with educational programming to meet their academic needs.
CANADA
Oshawa, ONTARIO
Grandview Kids
https://grandviewkids.ca/school-community-programs/
Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Global Development Delays.
Supporting children and youth with physical, communication and developmental needs to live, learn and play
CANADA
Markham,ONTARIO
AIM Without Limits
https://autisminmind.org/private-school/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
By challenging social stigmas that surround autism, raising awareness and acceptance in communities, and helping families access critical services, together, we can create an inclusive society without barriers for children with autism.
CANADA
Cambridge, ONTARIO
OakBridge Academy
https://www.oakbridge.ca/mission--philosophy.html
Autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, and other related learning exceptionalities
​We provide services for children with autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, and other related learning exceptionalities. Full-day, ten month (September to June) programming with high teacher-to-student ratios is offered to children from grades one through nine.
CANADA
Rocky View County, Alberta
Third Academy
https://thirdacademy.ca/about/
Tourette’s Syndrome, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Asperger’s Syndrome, Attention Deficit Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Autism, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Depression, Anxieties, and others.
We create a well-balanced, individualized, integrated, and intensive program for each student, designed to prepare them for re-entry into their community school as quickly as possible.
CANADA
Newmarket, Ontario
Kerry's Place Autism Services (CENTRE)
https://www.kerrysplace.org/about-us/our-history/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
To enhance the quality of life for persons with Autism by being leaders in: developing and providing evidence-based support; and building capacity by sharing our knowledge and expertise.
CANADA
Winnipeg, Manitba
St Amant School
https://stamant.ca/about-us/
developemental dissabilities, autism and aquired brain injruy
Freeing the spirit, Fulfilling potential Together
CANADA
Toronto, Ontaio
Lumenus -CENTER-
https://www.lumenus.ca/about-lumenus/
developemental dissabilities and autism
We illuminate a seamless pathway to optimal wellbeing through high-impact mental health and developmental services and strong system leadership.
CANADA
BRITISH COLOMBIA
Canucks Autism Network -
https://www.canucksautism.ca/training-community-engagement/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
CAN is dedicated to providing programs to individuals on the autism spectrum and their families, while promoting acceptance and inclusion through community engagement and training initiatives across BC and beyond.
CANADA
Richmond, Briish Colombia
Aspire Richmond
https://aspirerichmond.com/our-services/child-care/
Autism, down syndrome, any developmentally disabled youth
CANADA
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Stars For ife
https://starsforlife.com/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
The Foundation is committed to creating a quality of life for young people with autism spectrum disorder, fully included in their community; with a commitment to continued education, life and job skills training and inclusion.
CANADA
Regina, Saskatchewan
Autism Resource Centre
https://autismresourcecentre.com/who-we-are/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Through programs and education, Autism Resource Centre supports people with autism in realizing their potential, achieving independence and fully participating in their communities.
CANADA
Etobicoke, Ontario
New Haven Learning Centre
https://newhavencentre.com/pages/about-us
Autism Spectrum Disorder
We offer high-quality, evidence-based education and treatment programs that are thoughtfully designed to be as unique as the individuals we service.
CANADA
Toronto, Ontario
Bright Start Academy
https://brightstartacademy.info/
autism, developemental dissabilities
At Bright Start Academy our staff that works with your children have experience in teaching, behaviour management, life skills development, music, and so much more.
CANADA
Toronto, Ontario
The Autism Centre of Toronto
https://www.autismtoronto.ca/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Our mission is to improve the lives of children with ASD and their families by providing timely and equitable access to evidence-based treatment in a positive and supportive learning environment.
CANADA
Woodbridge, Ontario
Shining Through Centre
https://www.shiningthrough.ca/about-us/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
To enhance the lives of those impacted by autism, through compassionate, evidence-based services.
CANADA
Burlington, Ontario
Woodview Learning Centre
https://woodviewlearningcentre.ca/
autism

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