We then compare the child's learning profile and educational needs to those of the rest of the children who will make up the class. The average length of stay is about three years. We recommend that children leave when we think the goals have been met or if we think our program is no longer appropriate. We hope they will become active participants in their child's program. We offer parent education programs, parent-teacher group programs, and individual conferences to assist parents in understanding how their child learns.
Most children return to regular education settings.
Some go into transition programs in private schools and a few continue to receive special services. Two children continued in a special program or class. A few children return to the schools they attended prior to entering the Speech School. Most select new schools. Most children who apply to private schools are accepted.