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The mission of North Florida School of Special Education is to discover and foster each student`s unique abilities revealing their highest potential within an engaged community.
FINANCIAL AID
We understand that the cost of a private education for your student with intellectual and developmental differences is significant. In addition to accepting both the McKay Scholarship Program and Gardiner Scholarship, we offer need-based financial assistance to all students through fundraising, grants and foundation support.Applicants requesting additional need-based financial assistance must fill out all pertinent information and provide supporting documentation. A variety of payments plans are offered through FACTS, along with grant & financial needs assessment. You can learn more about FACTS payment plans and qualification for need-based financial aid by clicking the blue button to the right.North Florida School of Special Education is in compliance with the Department of Education to accept both the McKay Scholarship and Gardiner Scholarship. These two scholarships comprise 70% of the tuition funds for all students.
Admissions Director
Deb Rains, Assistant Head of School
School Notes
North Florida School of Special Education (NFSSE) gives
students, ages 6-22, with intellectual and developmental
differences a place to learn, thrive, and become the best versions
of themselves in an innovative academic and therapeutic
environment. Young adults, ages 22-40, flourish in NFSSE`s
postgraduate programs through vocational training, internships,
life skills, and more. NFSSE`s Berry Good Farms is an urban farm
that promotes job training and healthy lifestyles through organic
farming and culinary arts, and Art with Soul provides budding and
experienced artists a place to create and pursue career paths in
the visual arts. The campus is anchored by the Delores Barr Weaver
Therapeutic Equestrian Center, serving NFSSE students and children
and adults with intellectual and developmental differences
throughout Northeast Florida. Through these and many more
innovative programs, NFSSE sets itself apart as the premier
learning environment for students with intellectual and
developmental differences in Northeast Florida.
Does North Florida School Of Special Education offer a summer program?
Yes, North Florida School Of Special Education offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for North Florida School Of Special Education?
The application deadline for North Florida School Of Special Education is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is North Florida School Of Special Education located?
North Florida School Of Special Education is located in the Woodland Acres neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 3 other private schools located in Woodland Acres.
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