Dream big, Achieve more, Shine bright

“At Achieve and Shine Academy, we empower children with special needs to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Through personalized education and unwavering support, we celebrate diversity, promote independence, and cultivate a community where every child can truly achieve and shine.”

We Change Lives, Everyday

Achieve and Shine Learning Center will transform the lives of special needs children through holistic development, customized support, skill enhancement, and an inclusive community. By integrating individualized education plans with essential contracted therapies, we ensure each child receives the targeted support they need to thrive and grow with confidence and independence.

Unique Learning Environment

At our special needs learning center, we provide a specialized learning center along with comprehensive services including occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy, feeding and swallow therapy, and  behavioral therapy to individuals with with physical, cognitive, and sensory dyabilities. We welcome students with a variety of needs, including but not limited to. 

Academy

Achieve and Shine Learning Center offers a dedicated special needs classroom with a full-day schedule from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Our curriculum is meticulously hand-designed to meet each child’s unique needs, ensuring a personalized and supportive educational experience. This full day program is open to surrounding counties.

After School

Achieve and Shine Learning Center provides an enriching after-school program from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Our curriculum is carefully crafted to support each child’s unique needs, offering a personalized and engaging learning experience beyond the regular school day.

Tutoring

Achieve and Shine Learning Center offers specialized tutoring for children with special needs on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Our tailored tutoring sessions focus on each child’s unique learning requirements, providing personalized support to help them achieve academic success.

Therapies

Achieve and Shine Learning Center hosts contracted therapists who utilize our facilities to provide specialized services. We serve as the connection between families and these professionals. These therapy services are available not only to our students but also to children throughout the community, including those outside of Hardee County.

Make each day Shine

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Important Dates

Christmas Break - No School

Martin Luther King Jr. Day - No School

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