Strides Academy

We are an accredited private day school providing special education for students with emotional and behavioral challenges.

About Us

Strides Academy provides accredited, intensive support for students with emotional and behavioral needs, grades 1-8. Statewide referrals accepted.

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Academic Program

Comprehensive RI Special Education: Strides Academy delivers tailored academic programs (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies) with integrated therapies and behavioral support, fostering student success.

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Careers

Join our RI Special Education Team: Strides Academy offers rewarding careers with competitive compensation, continuous training, and a focus on high-quality student care.

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Our Philosophy

“If they don’t learn the way we teach, we teach the way they learn”

When it comes to Strides Academy our staff is devoted to exemplary services for our students. We pride ourselves on professionalism and passion for understanding children and meeting their individual needs.  Our ultimate goal is to give students the skills and tools to go back and be successful in public school.   

Latest News

The Zoo Comes To Strides: May 16th!

Roger Williams Zoo visits our school for a rainforest adaptations lesson.

Opening a Fourth Classroom in the Spring! 

Strides Academy expands! New 7th/8th grade class opens April 2025.

Sand Art: April 25th

Create personalized sand art bottles! Guided fun with colorful sand; take home your unique keepsake.

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Strides ABA Clinics

Looking for our non-school, clinic-based services?