Where Personalized Learning Meets Lifelong Possibility
Meliora Academy is a private, state-approved special education school in Meriden, Connecticut, serving students age 3-22 with autism and related disorders. We provide every student with the tools, support, and opportunities they need to grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
A Comprehensive Approach to Learning and Growth
At Meliora Academy, we believe in nurturing the whole child. Through personalized instruction and integrated therapies including ABA strategies, we help students develop vital life skills and confidence that extends far beyond the classroom
Academic & Therapeutic Services
Embedding therapies with academics helps students with autism stay regulated, connected, and engaged in learning.
Social & Emotional Development
Social-emotional learning gives students with autism the tools to navigate school - and life - with confidence.
Real-Life Transition Skills
Preparing for life after school means more than academics, it means building independence, one skill at a time.
We Do More Than Teach We Empower
What makes Meliora unique:
1:1 Student Support: Each student is paired with a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for daily, consistent guidance.
Collaborative Expertise: Our Special Education teachers and on-site therapy providers work as a unified team to implement your student’s IEP, all under one roof.
Behavioral Support for Every Team: Dedicated behavioral specialists help reinforce consistency and structure across each classroom.
Real-World Learning Spaces: From a sensory room and mock apartment settings to our student-run coffee shop and Mini Mart, our facility is built to promote independence in real-life scenarios.
Our School
At the heart of Meliora Academy is a learning environment built to meet the unique needs of each student. From our sensory-friendly spaces and mock apartments to our student-run coffee shop and dedicated therapy rooms, every corner of our campus is designed to support learning, independence, and growth.
Dedicated Educators. Exceptional Special Education Support
At Meliora Academy, our team is at the heart of everything we do. From certified special education teachers and behavior specialists to licensed therapists and support staff, our educators bring compassion, creativity, and deep expertise in autism support and individualized instruction.
We believe in building strong partnerships with families and creating a supportive, collaborative environment where every student can thrive.
We look forward to welcoming you to Meliora Academy where every student is supported, celebrated, and empowered to shine.
