When your child has unique abilities or special needs, people often want to talk to you about limitations and struggles.
At Atlantis Academy, we understand that your child may need some accommodations or behavioral support, but we want to talk about your child’s potential.
Thanks to our small class sizes, talented teachers, and personalized curriculum, we help every child become as independent and successful as possible — while also keeping them as safe as possible.
Don’t get lost in the shuffle.
Talk to us about how we can personalize your child’s education.
A Legacy of Learning Success
For almost 50 years, we’ve offered students with learning differences a comprehensive academic program that aligns with state standards and prepares them for life after high school. In fact, we’re proud to be accredited by Cognia, the global leader in providing continuous improvement and accreditation services to more than 32,000 institutions.
We also work hand-in-hand with the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities for the most up-to-date research and training.
While the state of Florida only requires a bachelor’s degree to teach, 50% of our teachers have a master’s degree — and they all have a passion for supporting students in their academic, social, and emotional growth.
That level of support fosters self-worth and self-confidence in students, including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other related disabilities.
A Personalized Approach for Each Child
We help your child reach their full potential by teaching in a way that’s tailored to their unique needs and then consistently measuring their progress.
In fact, before your child even enrolls at Atlantis Academy, we conduct academic assessments, which are used to determine which program is best:
- The Traditional Program mirrors the ages and grade levels found in public school. High school students, for example, change classes throughout the day. Our model, however, includes a low student-to-teacher ratio and personalized instruction.
- The Foundations Program is suited for students who thrive with more academic, social, and behavioral support.
- The Living Independently with Fundamental Experiences Program teaches young adults ages 18 and older the skills they need to live a more independent life in the home and in the workplace.
Then, we use evidence-based instruction, which means we use instructional methods that are backed by research and continue to assess your child to monitor improvement. This helps us see — daily — what is working well and what needs adjusting.
Teaching and Reinforcing Positive Behavior
We’re always evaluating and learning how to better support your child, including when they need help with their behavior.
We have behavioral therapists available at school, and we work with each student as necessary to reduce behaviors that interfere with learning. We use the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports framework for delivering schoolwide, classroom, and individual behavior supports.
The primary components of PBIS at Atlantis Academy include:
- Establishing a clear set of positive behavior expectations
- Teaching expected, alternative, and replacement behaviors
- Analyzing student behavior
- Providing positive reinforcement
- Promoting student engagement
Practicing Social Skills and Building Friendships
Social skills instruction is incorporated throughout the school day, including small group discussion, role-playing activities, and social skills training that is built into academic instruction.
We place additional focus on teaching students problem-solving skills and strategies to prevent and respond to bullying.
And, all of our extracurricular activities — whether Fitness Club, Arts and Crafts Club, or Gaming Club — reinforce social skills and help spark friendships.
Thanks to our business partnerships, students also have the opportunity to volunteer and get real-life work experience, even if they aren’t enrolled in the Living Independently with Fundamental Experiences Program (ages 17+).
A Place for You to Belong, Too
No one better understands what you’re going through than another parent who has a child with special needs.
We often invite parents on campus to volunteer and collaborate with our teachers and staff. We involve parents through regular communication, parent-teacher meetings, social events, and workshops. This not only helps ensure your child’s needs are met but also builds a culture where families know one another and look out for each other.
It creates a space where students — and their families — belong.
