Acacia Academy (Alternative School for Grades 1-12) & Early Achievement Centers, PK & K, 6425 S. Willow Springs Rd La Grange IL 60525 708-579-9040

Acacia Academy is a small private school serving special needs students who have learning disabilities and/or attention deficit disorder, as well as gifted children. Established in 1971 by Kathryn Fouks, Acacia Academy offers a highly individualized, age appropriate curriculum, supplemented with field trips. Tutoring is available after-school and on Saturdays through the Achievement Center program, which starts with a series of tests to define a student's strengths and weaknesses. The Early Achievement Center provides preschool, kindergarten and child care programs from 7 AM-6 PM Monday-Friday. School grounds include a 2 1/2 acre nature center, picnic, recreational areas, playground, and a new gazebo. Acacia Academy is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges & Schools (NCACS).