Anova is Northern California`s most trusted provider of education and therapy services for children and adults living with autism. Anova's Mission is to provide innovative educational and behavioral services to children and adults with autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, emotional disturbance, and other neurodevelopmental impairments.
Our services are provided in school, community, and home environments, allowing individuals to function more independently, engage in meaningful relationships with others, and lead an improved quality of life.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Anxiety, Other
Year Founded
2012
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The Anova Center for Education is more than a school...it is a unique educational model. We provide each child the support to achieve his or her potential while receiving an incomparable education. Anova offers the highest quality of care, including specialized education, behavior analysis, occupational therapy, social cognition, speech and language assessment, clinical consultation, early intervention, after-school groups, summer camps, transitional services, training, and paraprofessional support. Anova's services are provided in two non-profit K-12 schools located in Santa Rosa and Concord, the public school system, and in-home environments.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Anova Center For Education - ACE Contra Costa?
The application deadline for Anova Center For Education - ACE Contra Costa is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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