The Y.A.L.E. Schools are state-approved private schools for children with special needs. The schools provide specialized, highly individualized instruction to elementary, intermediate, and secondary school students (3 to 21 years old).Y.A.L.E. Schools offer numerous programs for students with:» Asperger's syndrome» Autism» Emotional and/or behavioral disabilities» Multiple disabilities» Other health or communication impairments» Specific learning disabilities.In addition to helping students make meaningful academic progress, we help prepare them to become productive members of their community. To achieve this, Y.A.L.E.:» Has classes with low student-teacher ratios.» Provides highly individualized instruction.» Carefully monitors each student's progress.» Provides numerous support services for students and teachers.» Provides life skills instruction.» Provides school-to-work programs.» Provides teachers and staff with the materials, training, coaching, and consultation needed to meet each student's educational needs.