Building Blocks Center for Autism offers a private day school for children age 2 to 14 with a diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Building Blocks works together with public schools to meet the needs of children Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families in Danville, Virginia and the surrounding region. Our school is licensed by the Virginia Department of Education and is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilities (VAISEF).
Curriculum
The curriculum is designed based on each child’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP). We utilize a variety of teaching modalities, including but not limited to:
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Verbal Behavior (VB)
- Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
- Natural Environment Teaching/Play Therapy
- Social Skills Group/Social Stories
- Sensory Integration
Educational Objectives
The Building Blocks school prioritizes the following educational objectives:
- to teach students how to correctly discriminate among different stimuli
- to teach students how to follow expressed requests
- to assist in the development of expressive language schools
- to move students toward meaningful social interaction
- to facilitate continued educational experiences in other environments
Admissions Requirements
Building Blocks supports equal opportunity and has open enrollment to children who have autism regardless of race, creed, gender or ethnicity. Due to the intensive individualized nature of programs, enrollment is designed for children with a primary diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Children enrolled in Building Blocks must be within the ages of 2 to 14 years of age. Families of children enrolled in Building Blocks must complete a Parent Agreement Form acknowledging commitment to the belief system employed by Building Blocks and must demonstrate strong potential for follow through and carryover with home programs. A copy of each child’s most recent evaluation, current IEP, and any other pertinent medical information confirming the diagnosis is required for admission. Confirmation of a diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder is maintained as part of each student’s records.
Admissions Procedures
Applications for admission to Building Blocks are available from the Directors and are reviewed to make final admission decisions. If Building Blocks has reached full capacity or is presented with a student in which staff do not have the expertise to serve, we will make alternate recommendations or refer that family back to their LEA. An admission letter will be sent to the family and LEA, when appropriate, during the admission process to inform them of the child’s acceptance into the program.
Registration and Pricing
For info about registration and pricing for the Building Blocks private day school, call 434.797.5530 or email buildingblocks@centerforpediatrictherapies.com.