La Cheim Schools are non-profit, non-sectarian, non-public schools, serving Special Education students aged 6-21, and specializing in helping children with emotional and behavioral issues that prevent them from succeeding in their home schools.
Two campuses make up La Cheim Schools -Richmond and Antioch- each of which is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
The last review was in February 2003, with our schools earning the most positive accreditation period: six years.
Each campus is a California Department of Education-certified non-public school and a certified Day Treatment clinic operating as a unified program, with each student receiving three hours of group and milieu-based therapy daily.
In addition, our MDs, RNs, and mental health specialists collaborate closely to provide medication monitoring, in-program case management, and individual and family therapy in accordance with each students Individualize Education Plan and Treatment Plan.
La Cheim Schools' mission is to provide a safe, structured learning and therapeutic environment for students with educational, behavioral and emotional needs, affording an opportunity for academic, social and emotional growth.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
16 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- La Cheim Schools are non-profit, non-sectarian, non-public schools, serving Special Education students aged 6-21, and specializing in helping children with emotional and behavioral issues that prevent them from succeeding in their home schools. Two campuses make up La Cheim Schools -Richmond and Antioch- each of which is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges . The last review was in February 2003, with our schools earning the most positive accreditation period: six years. Each campus is a California Department of Education-certified non-public school and a certified Day Treatment clinic operating as a unified program, with each student receiving three hours of group and milieu-based therapy daily. In addition, our MDs, RNs, and mental health specialists collaborate closely to provide medication monitoring, in-program case management, and individual and family therapy in accordance with each students Individualize Education Plan and Treatment Plan. La Cheim Schools' mission is to provide a safe, structured learning and therapeutic environment for students with educational, behavioral and emotional needs, affording an opportunity for academic, social and emotional growth.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for La Cheim School, Inc.?
The application deadline for La Cheim School, Inc. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is La Cheim School, Inc. located?
La Cheim School, Inc. is located in the Fairmede Hilltop neighborhood of San Pablo, CA.
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