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Autism Schools and Special Education in Columbus, Ohio

Choosing a school setting is one of the weightier decisions autism parents in Columbus face, and Ohio gives you more options than many states. Between public special education, specialized private schools, and the state's Autism Scholarship, families here can piece together something that fits their child. This page explains how those pieces work and which local schools are worth a look.

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Bridgeway Academy

Private school (autism and developmental disabilities)

A full-day private school program for children with autism and other developmental disabilities, from preschool through age 21, including a vocational transition track. It uses Applied Behavior Analysis principles and is located at 1350 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus.

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New Story Schools - Columbus

Specialized day school (autism support program)

New Story's Columbus school at 7690 New Market Center Way lists an Autism Support program and Applied Behavior Analysis for students ages 3-21, with no more than eight students per room. Most students are referred by their school district.

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Oakstone Academy

Inclusive private school (Westerville, Columbus metro)

A nonprofit private school in Westerville that serves both neurotypical students and students on the autism spectrum, from preschool through grade 12.

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Ohio Autism Scholarship Program

State funding program (supporting resource)

Gives parents of qualifying children with autism the choice to send their child to a special education program other than the one run by their home school district. A child becomes eligible to apply at age three.

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