King's Daughters School in Columbia, TN, offers residential and day programs for individuals with developmental disabilities
The King's Daughters School (KDS) in Columbia, TN, is a specialized residential and day school serving individuals aged 7 through late adulthood with developmental disabilities. KDS operates two campuses, including a dedicated Center for Autism, serving students from the United States and abroad. The school offers four comprehensive programs: the Total Lifestyles Program (TLP), the Center for Autism (CFA), the Young Adult Academy (YAA), and the Adult Lifestyles Program (ALP).
Instruction is non-graded and based on unique ability levels, utilizing Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and Individualized Program Plans (IPP). The curriculum focuses on basic skills, physical education, and vocational training. Students benefit from small peer groups and certified teachers using diverse instructional methods. In the residential setting, teacher-counselors support essential life and social skills.
KDS offers a limited number of day student openings annually. Tuition varies by program: residential rates at the main campus range from $5,000–$7,000, while the Center for Autism ranges from $7,000–$10,000. The school operates on a rolling admissions basis.
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1955 |
| Tuition Notes | residential/main campus: 5k-7k residential/Center for Autism: 7k-10k day student rates also available |
| Total Students | 110 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 |
| Average Class Size | 8 |
| Grades Offered | Inquire with school |
| Admissions Director | Shauna Bryant |
| Admissions Associate | Jesse Davis |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 15 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | tkds.org/calendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
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