Bridges Academy

894 Gary Hillery Drive, Winter Springs, FL, 32708
Tel: (407)366-1099
Grades: 1 - 12 | 87 students
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Bridges Academy provides specialized instruction to students diagnosed with learning disabilities in grades 1-12. Students participate in remedial learning activities selected to assist them in overcoming their learning deficits in reading, math and written language. Bridges Academy is Accredited by the Florida of Independent Schools and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

School Overview:
Bridges Academy
School Type Special Education School
School Membership(s) Council for Exceptional Children
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS)
Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA)
Other associations(s) for exceptional children
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 1 - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Dyslexia, Language -based learning disabilities
Year Founded 2003
Student Body
Total Students 87 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 10% (FL School Avg.: 34%)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 6:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 5%
Average Class Size 8 students
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $12,500
Tuition Notes We accept the John McKay Scholarship. Information on this scholarship for Florida residents can be found at http://www.floridaschoolchoice.org/Information/McKay/
Admissions Director Jacqueline Egli, M.S.
Admissions Associate Carla Brandt, M.S.

School Notes:

    • Students diagnosed with learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, auditory processing disorders, mild speech and language impairments and related academic learning disabilities benefit greatly from specially selected and designed curriculum options that will allow them to become successful learners. Individualized learning plans are developed from each student based on academic and intellectual assessments.
    • Students are instructed in learning groups, on average of 5 to 1
    • Intensive remedial instructional programs such as Wilson Reading Systems, Fast ForWord, Neurological Impress Method Reading Instruction are provided as a component of the students core instruction at no additional expense to the family.
    • The John McKay Scholarship Program is Accepted

    Profile last updated: 01/16/2013

Nearby Schools:

Bridges Academy
Gr. 1-12 | 0 mi. away
Bridges Academy Inc
Gr. 1-12 | 0 mi. away
Lifeskills Academy
Gr. PK | 2.1 mi. away
Winter Springs KinderCare
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 2.2 mi. away
The Master's Academy
Gr. PK-12 | 2.5 mi. away
Tuskawilla Montessori School
Gr. PK-8 | 2.5 mi. away

View all schools in: Winter Springs, Seminole County, Zip 32708

School Reviews:

  • Recommended June 01,2012 - My son went here for one year the amount of progress he showed was amazing. This is the best school for any student with any kind of language disability. Great teachers and administration. My son made great friends and had no issues at this school, I would highly recommend this school.*-Posted by Parent *

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