Spectrum Academy aims to help children of any disability or short coming to realize their potential through tiered educational programs designed to accommodate varying needs. This admirable pursuit is what drew me to working there several months ago. However, after working with some of Spectrums staff, it is clear to me that this isnt a perfect system, but it is just like any other public organization. The kids were amazing, but the staff and admin have a very clear idea in their minds of what you should be doing, but dont always give you that information; even when you press for it. Some of the teachers are about as qualified as any other school, and the culture among some of the employees resembles a high school clique rather than a united team looking to improve the education system for disabled youth. Overall, I think it is a decent school that does have many good teachers and professionals that are wonderful for children, but a hard place to work if you arent placed with the right coworkers who care about your success.

Great school that is very sensitive to the unique needs of the students of today. Check it out! I highly recommend this school!

My son has attended Spectrum Academy since their doors have opened. He was practically non-verbal when he started. He can now speak 4-5 word sentences. No school is perfect but Im grateful that Spectrum exists. Its been heaven sent for my son.

My kids do love the school. I think they do a good job with the amount of resources they have. However, the traffic for pick up is baffling to me. There has to be a better way than to show up on time and still wait 30 minutes (sometimes longer) to pick up your child.

This school is truly amazing! I have been here for 3 years and this has been a truly enjoyable experience for me. This is from a students perspective and the Teachers are very well trained and very patient and kind. THANK YOU SPECTRUM!

Spectrum Academy is good at keeping class sizes small, attaining and updating IEPs and having a social skills class into the curriculum that helps teach the students correct skills on social aspects.The reason I can only rate 3 stars:Spectrum Academy states that it is a school that Specializes in kids on the spectrum and other special needs.In order to say a school Specializes the teachers would not only need a Bachelors degree but also a Masters degree or certification in special education. Sadly, this is not the case. Many of the teachers there are either still working on their bachelors degree or dont have a degree at all and few teachers have a masters degree or certification in special education. If a teacher quits, the school will put the Para (teachers assistant) in the teachers place. Anyone can be a Para and you dont need a bachelors degree or certification in special education.If Spectrum Academy actually backed up what they claim, I would rate this school 5 stars.

Great caring teachers and staff! My son has never been so easy to wake up and get up for school! In fact he love going so much he wants to get to bed on time to be able to wake up and be on time! Amazing opportunity, thank you!

Without a doubt, this is one of the best schools for kids on the Autism spectrum in the country.For those curious about why students without autism are getting in first, since Spectrum is a charter school they are legally required to take any student regardless of disabilities or lack thereof if they are accepted via the lottery first.

Most caring teachers Ive Ever worked with!! Couldnt be more dedicated to providing an excellent education while meeting the individual needs of each student. I would Highly recommend to Any parent with children with special needs!

This is a great school to be at, the teachers are so nice and theyre just the best

Greatest school I have ever had the privilege of attending.the principal is fantastic and the students are fantastic to. The staff are the best thing that has ever happened to me.

My son attended 1st grade here. His teachers were amazing!! Love this school.

Had too pull my son out of this school my son was so tramatized by this school and staff always mistreated him he always came home sad and upset they always called me because they dont know how to handle a meltdown Im so glad I got him out when I did he loves hes new school and they are more understanding on what my child needs

This school has changed my childrens lives drastically for the better. Dedicated staff, small classes, and most of the student body has IEPs. My boys went from quietly failing to confidently succeeding!

Unfortunately, there are not enough qualified teachers at this school and there needs to be more class options.Also, I don’t feel that the academic standards are very high here compared to public schools. It won’t prepare your child for college or the real world. Also, there are some issues with some of the behaviors here of the students and the students will never get expelled.

I have my two sons there (1 ASD and the other Neurotypical) They have been great to work with. Ive really enjoyed the learning atmosphere.

It is very sad when kids with autism are not accepted into this school when their names were not drawn on the lottery, while they have other children without autism taking up spaces.