Leeway School
Tel:
(626)308-4521
- The program stresses the development of internal controls and personal responsibility for one's behavior.
- Normalcy is expected; competency is stressed. Teachers strive to become trusted people whose guidance, limit setting and criticism are eventually seen as nurturing, helpful and supportive.
- They work to build the self-esteem and improve the self-image of students.
- Teachers provide direction, orchestrating activities and discussions which encourage exploration and experimentation.
- Our program provides weekly individual counseling to all students. Speech therapy is available when needed.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: 4-12
- Students: 101 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Leeway School places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Highest percentage of students of color
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 4-12 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 101 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 97% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
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- BerkeleyLa Cheim SchoolSpecial Education SchoolGrades: 4-12 | 55 students
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55 - BerkeleySpectrum Center Schs (5 Campuses)Special Education SchoolGrades: 5
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n/a - Canoga ParkCoutin SchoolSpecial Program EmphasisGrades: 8-12 | 40 students
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(818)992-0301 28.4 8-12
40 - Chula VistaAdvocate SchoolSpecial Education SchoolGrades: 7-12 | 12 students
119.3 miles
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Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619)421-6900 119.3 7-12
12 - Irvine Grades: 1-12 | 64 students
34.8 miles
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Irvine, CA 92604
(949)733-1500 34.8 1-12
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