Pathway School Inc. vs. New Vista School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Pathway School Inc. ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Attribute
Advanced Degrees
New Vista School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Advanced Degrees
Overview
Pathway School develops resilient children in a non-traditional educational setting by giving them skills and strategies to support their unique academic, social, and spiritual growth.
The school welcomes students in grades 2 through 8.
We are a private, faith-based, non-profit 501c3, WASC-accredited school in Laguna Hills, California, part of the greater Orange County community.
Our community is built on three core values: Respect, Responsibility, and Ready to Learn.We help each child build confidence and independence through academics, social skills, self-advocacy, and faith.
A 10:1 student-teacher ratio means every child is known and supported. Multi-sensory instruction reaches students in more than one way, and on-site occupational therapy, speech support, and a licensed family therapist round out a connected team under one roof.
New Vista School serves the educational and social needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as well as those with similar learning differences. The school serves grades 6 through 12 and offers a 12+ year. Transition programs are also offered for young adults.
We are a private, non-profit, 501c3, WASC-accredited school serving Orange County, California. We are authorized to serve ASD students through the non-public school (NPS) option available to qualified families and school districts. Our academic and social curricula are guided by the following values: Safety, Respect, Responsibility, Initiative, Problem Solving and Resiliency.
We maximize personal achievement and foster independence through academics, social skills, self-advocacy, and community involvement.
Designed for students in grades six through 12-plus, our school promotes academic achievement and fosters independence through academics, social skills, self-advocacy, and community involvement.
Our two academic programs flow from middle through high school and while integrating the social skills so necessary for effective living.
Our transition program provides guidance for high school students and above, assisting with career searches, job training, college exploration, and work experience under the guidance of a transition specialist.
Students are shown new avenues to challenge their minds and prepare them for their adult lives while being supported and guided by professionals, parents, and educators who seek only the best for each student.
We welcome you to take a closer look at New Vista School.
Grades Offered
2-8
6-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Autism (mild-mod), ADHD, ADD, audio processing disorder, visual processing disorder, dyslexia, dysgraphia,dyscalculia,
Autism, Asperger, Learning Differences, AD/HD, and others
Year Founded
2003
2006
Students Body
Total Students
42 students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
30%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Grade 2 Students
3
-
Grade 3 Students
3
-
Grade 4 Students
7
-
Grade 5 Students
6
-
Grade 6 Students
6
1
Grade 7 Students
6
4
Grade 8 Students
11
3
Grade 9 Students
-
8
Grade 10 Students
-
17
Grade 11 Students
-
9
Grade 12 Students
-
12
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
13 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
100%
92%
Average Class Size
10
7
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
5:1
List of Courses Offered
n/a
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Formal
(Uniforms)
(Uniforms)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$28,900
$33,700
Tuition Notes
We offer student scholarships up to 50% depending upon the information provided in the application
Financial scholarships available.
Admissions Director
Kate VanDeCar
Sandi Carter
Admissions Associate
Alexis Morgan
n/a
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
7
4
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Executive Functioning Classes
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClassesBible Classes
Cooking ClassesDrama Classes
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Occupational TherapySpeech Therapy
Club or Organization:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Art ClubCooking Club
Media Arts
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Spirit League