Great Circle Academy

A place where no one feels different - that's what makes Great Circle Academy different. It’s a welcoming place for children who need an alternative to a traditional school setting. At GCA, highly qualified teachers and therapists work as a team, and have significant behavioral health training and certifications. Small classes blend with a flexible teaching approach based on individual needs to support students every day. Accreditation is with AdvancED and the Independent Schools Association of Central States (ISACS). Financial aid is available.

GCA's educational options are: 1) individually tailored academics and therapeutic support for K-12 students with social, emotional, behavioral and communication challenges; 2) specialized K-12 education and therapeutic support for children on the autism spectrum; and 3) Missouri's only high school program for teens in substance use recovery that blends academic rigor with a therapeutic environment to create a positive high school experience that supports sobriety for a lifetime.

At Great Circle Academy, students discover the strengths within themselves to blossom and thrive, feel safe and empowered, and reignite their passion for learning and life.