What We Do
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We serve children and youth, ages 5 to 22, with moderate-to-severe disabilities and varying levels of medical, physical and behavioral challenges. Students’ diagnoses include autistic behaviors, seizure disorders, severe neurological problems, hyperactivity, chronic heart disorders, cerebral palsy or fetal alcohol syndrome. Visual impairment is not a prerequisite for enrollment. We serve children from school districts throughout Los Angeles County and surrounding areas. Students do not need to live in Los Angeles County to attend.
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Program Highlights
Our program offers individualized instruction in communication, academics, self-help, socialization, and vocational skills, tailored for students with severe disabilities. With a 1:2 staff-to-student ratio, compassionate credentialed teachers, and large classrooms equipped with adaptive materials, we provide a nurturing and engaging learning environment. Services include Speech and Language, Occupational, and Physical Therapy, as well as specialized support for visual impairments, such as pre-Braille lessons and mobility training. Students benefit from on-site nursing, sensory playgrounds, a swimming pool, community outings, and family-centered events, fostering socialization, skill-building, and community integration.
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Referral Procedures
A family member, healthcare or blindness professional, legal counsel, the Department of Children and Family Services, Regional Center or school district may refer a student to Wayfinder’s special education school.
