Intensive Education Academy in West Hartford, CT, specializes in students with Autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities
Located in West Hartford, CT, Intensive Education Academy (IEA) provides a highly structured and specialized learning environment for students in grades 2 through 12, including post-graduate options. The academy is specifically designed to support students with a wide range of needs, including Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Delays, Traumatic Brain Injury, and physical or sensory impairments.
With a 5:1 student-to-staff ratio and an average class size of 7, IEA ensures that every student receives an individualized curriculum tailored to their unique learning profile. The faculty is exceptionally qualified, with 99% of teachers holding advanced degrees. The academic program integrates modern technology and innovative learning tools to build essential skills, while the curriculum extends to music, art, culinary arts, and physical education to foster well-rounded development.
Beyond academics, IEA emphasizes character development, social skills, and self-esteem through programs like Unified sports and recreational athletics. The academy operates on a rolling admissions basis and offers summer school programs to support continuous learning. The school is nonsectarian, maintains a casual dress code, and focuses on empowering students with the life skills necessary for independence.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades2-12
Students56
Class Size7:1 ratio
Tuition$25,000
Est.1971
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
State or regional independent school association
Other school association(s)
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1971 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $25,000 |
| Total Students | 56 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 18 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 99 |
| Average Class Size | 7 |
| Grades Offered | 2-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Christianna Connery |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 85 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 28 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
AutismDevelopmental DelayDyslexiaIntellectual DisabilitySpecific Learning DisabilityVisual or Hearing ImpairmentOrthopedic ImpairmentTraumatic Brain InjuryMultiple Disabilitiesand/or OHI-ADD/ADHD
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Arts and Music Programs: · Unified · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Unified |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | State or regional independent school association · Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.ie-academy.org/calendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
Contact the school
(860) 236-2049840 North Main St., West Hartford, Connecticut 06117
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