Pacific Autism Center For Ed.

1880 Pruneridge Ave, Santa Clara, CA, 95050-0940
Tel: (408)245-3400
Grades: PK | 81 students
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Our mission at PACE is to provide high quality programs for individuals with autism /developmental disabilities, so they may experience the satisfaction and fulfillment that accompany learning, self expression, self-care, productive work and interpersonal and community experiences. PACE provides for the educational & residential needs of individuals with autism and other developmental disorders. Specialists in speech and language development, occupational therapy, behavior management and special education instruction work as a team to serve the diverse needs of our clients. Research has shown that people with learning disabilities who are enrolled in effective programs at an early age are better equipped to achieve academic, social and workplace success, allowing them to reach their full potential and to lead rewarding lives.

School Overview:
Pacific Autism Center For Ed.
School Type Special Education School
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - Prekindergarten
Offers Post-Graduate Year Yes
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Autism, Communication Disorders
Year Founded 1989
Student Body
Total Students 81 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 2% (CA School Avg.: 43%)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 9:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Admissions Director Marquis Zane

School Notes:

  • PACE School serves the needs of students 6-22 years of age, PACE school is a non-profit, non-public school, certified by the California Department of Education and accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. PACE school serves students who live with moderate to severe Autism Spectrum Disorders, with a specific emphasis on non-verbal individuals who are most at risk for educational failure and least likely to live independently as adults. After 11 years of leasing space, in January 2008, PACE school relocated to its own privately purchased facility in Santa Clara.
  • Early Intervention Program Early intervention is key to enabling children diagnosed with ASD to achieve their full potential. PACE–EI consists of: home-based and center-based therapy; preschool and play groups programs; parent training and support. Infants to 6 year olds and their families participate in specialized therapy and preschool programs designed to help them develop essential social and verbal skills needed to participate in school-age learning. PACE Early Intervention program is located in West San Jose.

Nearby Schools:

Pacific Autism Center For Ed.
Gr. PK | 0 mi. away
Stratford School - Santa Clara
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-PK | 0.3 mi. away
Morgan Autism Center
Gr. PK | 0.6 mi. away
St Martin Of Tours School
Gr. K-8 | 0.8 mi. away
Jubilee Academy
Gr. PK-5 | 1.2 mi. away
Live Oak Academy
Gr. K-12 | 1.2 mi. away

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