Temple Grandin School is a special education school in Boulder, CO, specializing in students with Asperger's and similar profiles.
Temple Grandin School (TGS) is a specialized special education school in Boulder, CO, providing a safe and supportive community for students in grades 6-12 with Asperger's syndrome or similar neurodivergent learning profiles. The school focuses on helping students move beyond labels by leveraging their unique strengths through a comprehensive socio-academic program.
The learning environment is highly individualized, featuring an exceptional 1:3 staff-to-student ratio with class sizes ranging from 5 to 10 students. The curriculum integrates social communication and executive function instruction, a school-wide positive behavior support program, and a comprehensive life skills curriculum. To support long-term success, TGS provides student-centered transition planning, individualized enrichment activities, and therapeutic services tailored to each student's developmental needs.
TGS offers a full academic program delivered by highly qualified content specialist teachers, 77% of whom hold advanced degrees. Beyond academics, students can participate in clubs such as Chess, Gaming, and Student Council, as well as arts programs like drawing and painting. While the yearly tuition is $48,880, tuition assistance is available via financial application, and the school operates on a rolling admissions basis.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades6-12
Students17
Class Size6:1 ratio
Tuition$48,880
Fin. Aid20% receive aid
Est.2011
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other associations(s) for exceptional children
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), State or regional independent school association
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 2011 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $48,880 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition Assistance available by financial application. See our website. |
| Total Students | 17 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 77 |
| Average Class Size | 6 |
| Grades Offered | 6-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Jen Wilger |
| Admissions Associate | Lisa Baba |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 80 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 20 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $8,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 11 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
Learning Programs Supported
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Chess Club · Gaming Club · Student Council · Arts and Music Programs: · Drawing and Painting |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Other associations(s) for exceptional children · National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · State or regional independent school association |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.templegrandinschool.org/events |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
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