Individualized Education Programs For K-12 Students
Here at Autism Academy in North Phoenix, our goal is to educate every child, every day. We create individualized education plans for each child and accommodations are built into every lesson plan. Students who enroll at our school for autism show measurable growth in academics, behavior, and socialization. Every day, students at The Autism Academy for Education and Development are making friends, getting jobs, and going on to further education opportunities. Students collaborate, communicate, experiment, reflect, and pursue their passions through each day. If you think education at our Peoria school is right for your family, contact us today.
Trained Teachers & Staff
Small Classroom Sizes
Therapy Services
Daily Skills & Vocational Services
Read About The New North Phoenix Campus
Autism Academy's New North Phoenix campus is a major upgrade! This school year, we moved into a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility at 16454 N. 28th Ave, Phoenix. Imagine 2 acres of open space, 13 bright classrooms, a huge cafeteria/gym, and an incredible outdoor play area – all within a 26,625 sq ft building designed to inspire. The future of learning looks bright!
About Autism Academy - North Phoenix
Our North Phoenix location is fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Our staff has been trained in Safety-Care Behavioral Safety Training, a leading crisis prevention training course focused on mitigating behavior challenges and de-escalation techniques. If you have any questions about our training and certifications, please give us a call.
One of the best ways to learn more about Autism Academy is to tour our North Phoenix campus. During the tour, you’ll be able to learn more about our teaching philosophy and get a run-through of the typical school day and the programs that we offer. If your child is a qualified candidate for our school, our staff will set up a meeting with your family and a student interview/placement test will be conducted.
Therapy Services
Therapies are fully integrated with classroom instruction to provide students with targeted support in communication, self-regulation, and social skills.
At the Autism Academy for Education & Development - Tempe campus, these services are part of the everyday routine, giving students the opportunity to practice and apply new skills in real time alongside their peers.
Structured sessions with trained animals help students manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and strengthen social connections.
Students learn routines, communication skills, peer interaction, and self-control to thrive in classroom and community settings.
Focuses on motor skills, sensory processing, and functional routines to support independence in school and everyday life.
Builds expressive and receptive communication skills for verbal and nonverbal students, enhancing confidence in daily interactions.
Students practice conversational turn-taking, reading social cues, and forming meaningful friendships, and apply these strategies in real-world interactions.