The Orchard Program

The Orchard Program

The Orchard Program serves children with Autism and other Developmental Disorders and is based in the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Program implementation is provided through a transdisciplinary team adhering to the principle of evidence-based decision making and best practice procedures with instructional teams led by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Connecticut state-certified Special Education Teacher.

ACES Orchard Program uses a highly structured approach to teaching based on well-studied principals of human learning and designed primarily for young children (ranging from three to 12 years of age) whose clinical diagnoses fall along the autism spectrum and/or who present significant behavioral challenges. This science-based, comprehensive approach is supported by decades of research showing substantial success with children with Autism and other Developmental Disorders. Instructional teams within the program work with parents, families, and districts in providing the Orchard Program students the best hope of developing to their fullest potential.

Integrated Pre School

The program offers an active, supportive environment in which preschool students with special needs and typical peers learn together through developmentally appropriate, curriculum based activities and experiences. The curriculum is based on the Common Core Preschool Standards, which include goals in the areas of personal and social development, cognitive development, and creative expression/aesthetic development. Students leave fully prepared for Kindergarten.

 Program Benefits

“My daughter is in the top reading group, has the best handwriting in her class, and knew all sight words upon arrival to kindergarten thanks to Village Preschool.”

- Janet Gray, parent of a former student

ACES Integrated Preschool Open House