Switzer Learning Center

Switzer Learning Center is a non-profit special education school in Torrance, CA, serving students in grades 5 through 12, including post-graduate options. The center is specifically designed for children, teens, and young adults facing mild to severe learning, social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Their mission focuses on educating diverse minds, building social confidence, and creating a clear path toward independence.

The school provides a highly multidisciplinary approach to support, featuring a team of credentialed special education teachers, counselors, and licensed speech and language pathologists. To ensure a safe and supportive environment, the staff includes certified Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) behavior specialists. Students benefit from an integrated model of therapeutic and enrichment programs, including arts, music, and athletics like basketball, volleyball, and track and field.

With an average class size of 10 and 90% of faculty holding advanced degrees, Switzer offers a specialized academic environment where students work toward goals often unattainable in conventional settings. Tuition and fees are frequently funded through Individual Education Plans (IEPs) developed by public school districts, and private pay options are available. The school operates on a rolling admissions basis, providing flexibility for families navigating transitions.