The Children's Home High School for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
The Children’s Home high school for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders provides students with a high quality, individualized education that supports the continued development of social and life skills in an academic setting. The high school program meets Ohio’s content standards for curriculum and offers credits toward a high school diploma.
Students are also able to use Ohio’s Autism Scholarship Program that gives qualifying families the choice to attend a special education program other than the one operated by their home school district. The school building was constructed specifically to meet the unique needs of students who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders and features small student-to-teacher ratios, specialized academic programming, music therapy, speech/language therapy, art education, job readiness training, and more.
For more information or to schedule a tour, email us at jsmith@thechildrenshomecinti.org or call 513-272-2800.
The Children's Home Lower School: Grades K-8
The Children’s Home Lower School is a state chartered, non-public, independent school for children with special educational needs. We provide an alternative academic placement for children in grades K-8 who have difficulty succeeding in traditional school settings due to social, behavioral or learning challenges. Children benefit from low teacher-to-student ratios and highly structured classes that focus on each student’s individual needs.
Each of our ten classrooms is staffed by a licensed teacher. Additional support staff provide instruction and individual assistance, and the school’s curriculum includes a social skills class that addresses the social, emotional and developmental difficulties of the children we educate. Every member of our school staff is specially trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, which helps to identify and manage the unique needs of our students. The school incorporates a behavior modification system that encourages each student to practice and internalize positive, effective behavior.
Special Features: Theater Arts Program
The Children’s Home Lower School features a theater arts program designed to enhance student’s self-esteem, social skills, and appreciation of the arts. Every spring, students perform a play specially adapted to fit their social and educational needs and abilities. Students learn about and participate in every aspect of the play, from set design and lighting to costume fittings and on-stage rehearsal. Students perform over the course of one week to audiences consisting of family members, donors, Trustees, and staff. The Children’s Home is the only local therapeutic school with a theater arts program. Visit our photo gallery to view images from the most recent performance.
To learn more about The Children’s Home Lower School or to make a referral, email us or call (513) 272-2800. Click here to view the Lower School Intake Letter and Packet
The Children's Home Upper School: Grades 7-12
The Upper School is a state-chartered, non-public, independent high school for students with special educational needs. We provide an alternative educational placement for children in grades 7-12 who are having difficulty succeeding in traditional school settings due to social, behavioral or learning challenges. Students benefit from low student-to-teacher ratios and highly structured classrooms that focus on each student’s individual needs.
Each of our classrooms is staffed by a licensed teacher. Additional staff provide instruction and individual assistance, and the curriculum includes a social skills class that addresses the social, behavioral and educational needs of the children we educate.
Special Features: Virtual Academy
The Virtual Academy is a computer-based program that allows students who are credit-deficient to regain credits towards a high school diploma. Students benefit by working at their own pace, allowing for adjustments to fit their social, behavioral and learning challenges. For students who have not succeeded in classroom settings, the Virtual Academy program offers a real chance for academic success and high school graduation.
Highly Skilled Staff and Evidence-Based Treatment Models
Every member of our elementary and high school staff is specially trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, which helps to identify and manage the unique needs of our students. The schools incorporate a behavior modification system called the Teaching Family Model that encourages each student to practice and internalize positive, effective behavior. Click here to learn about our Teaching Family Model philosophy.
For more information about The Children's Home Upper School or to make a referral, email us or call (513) 272-2800. Click here to view the Upper School Intake Letter and Packet
Upper and Lower School 2011-2012 Calendar
Upper and Lower School's 2010-2011 Handbook