Avondale House
Tel:
(713)993-9544
- Avondale House provides individuals with autism the resources, education, and training to develop to their fullest potential. Your support makes our mission possible.
- Avondale House was founded in 1976 by a group of parents of children with autism.
- At Avondale House, we are committed to the success of our children, young adults, and their families. We provide special education services in both our school, adult day program, and residential homes.
- Our classrooms have no more than 8 students, with a certified teacher and two support staff in each.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Students: 90 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Texas Association of Accredited Private Schools (TAAPS) |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Autism/Pervasive Develpmental Disorder |
| Year Founded | 1976 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 90 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 62% State avg.: 39% |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 15% |
| Average Class Size | 8 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Parent choice) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 5 sports |
| Sports | Bowling, Dance, Equestrian, Gymnastics, Track and FieldBowling, Dance, Equestrian, Gymnastics, Track and Field |
School Notes
- At Avondale House we are committed to the behavioral, academic, and vocational success of our children, young adults, and their families.
- Avondale House instructional program is based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) generalized into a classroom setting.
- Class size is limited to 8 students with 3 staff.
- Each classroom has a TEA Certified Special Education teacher with two support staff
- All classes participate in academic instruction, behavior training, community-based instruction, recreation, as well as a full calendar of holiday celebrations and events.
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