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Clare Woods Academy

Special-Needs Schools · Wheaton, IL
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Focus
Day School Autism Developmental Delay Emotional Disability Intellectual Disability Multiple Disabilities Other Health Impairment S/L
Area
Wheaton, IL
Description
ISBE-approved nonpublic special-education facility (day school), serving students with autism, developmental delay, emotional disability, intellectual disability, multiple disabilities, other health impairment. Illinois districts can place and fund students here under Section 14-7.02.
Website
blcinc.org

What this special-needs school offers

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Clare Woods Academy is a non-public, non-profit alternative day school in Wheaton, Illinois, operated by Bartlett Learning Center, offering specialized education in a therapeutic environment for students with autism and high-support needs. The broader organization also provides adult group home services, an adult day program, and supported employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities across the lifespan.

Leadership
Amy Bender — Executive Director
Populations served
Students with autism spectrum disorder Students with high support needs Children and adults with disabilities Adults with developmental disabilities
Setting
Day
Ages
5-22
On-site therapies
Occupational therapy Speech and language therapy Counseling
Services
Specialized classroom instruction Adult day program Community-integrated living (group home) Community partnerships with local businesses and nonprofits
Programs
Clare Woods Academy (non-public alternative day school) Cupertino Home (adult group home, Warrenville IL) Cardinal Gift Shop (nonprofit retail, supported employment) Adult Day Program
Phone
(630) 289-4221
Admissions
Applications currently being accepted; prospective families can apply online and request virtual tours.

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  • On-site therapies (OT/PT/speech/behavioral)
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