Specialized co-ed special ed school in Pompano Beach FL for grades 5-12 with small classes and dyslexia/ADHD programs
Center Academy Coral Springs is a specialized co-ed special education school in Pompano Beach, FL, founded in 1968 to support students with average to above-average intelligence who struggle with organization, motivation, or social skills. The school focuses on building self-confidence and academic success for children who often "fall through the cracks" in traditional settings, offering a highly structured, nurturing, and understanding environment tailored to their unique learning needs.
With an average class size of 9 and 9 classroom teachers, the school provides small-group instruction for grades 5 through 12. Center Academy offers specialized programs for dyslexia, dysgraphia, specific learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD, language impairment, and Asperger Syndrome/ASD. The curriculum emphasizes skill development in organization and social interaction, complemented by extracurricular activities such as art, chess, music, and tutoring.
Center Academy is nonsectarian and operates on a rolling admissions basis with no deadline. Tuition is $17,880 annually, though 95% of students receive financial aid, with an average grant of $12,000 available through FES and Center Academy Scholarships. The school is a member of the National Independent Private Schools Association and the Learning Disabilities Association of America, and summer programs are available for an additional cost.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades5-12
Students82
Class Size9:1 ratio
Tuition$17,880
Fin. Aid95% receive aid
Est.1968
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Independent Private Schools Association
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS), Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA), Children and Adults with Attention Deficit or Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1968 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $17,880 |
| Tuition Notes | FES and additional Center Academy Scholarships available |
| Total Students | 82 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 9 |
| Average Class Size | 9 |
| Grades Offered | 5-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Frank Sagarese |
| Admissions Associate | Dr. Andrew Hicks |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 95 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $12,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
DyslexiaDysgraphiaSpecific Learning DisabilitiesADD/ADHDLanguage ImpairmentAsperger Syndrome/ASD
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Art Club · Chess Club · Gaming Club · Music · Tennis · Tutoring/Homework |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Independent Private Schools Association · Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) · Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) · Children and Adults with Attention Deficit or Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer Program Cost | $695 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Contact the school
(954) 575-12314700 Riverside Drive, Suite 100, Pompano Beach, Florida 33067
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