EASTER SEALS

EASTER SEALS is a Title I public school that is part of the MANATEE school district, located in SARASOTA, FL with about 36 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 14 teachers, EASTER SEALS has a student/teacher ratio of about 2:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Easterseals facility located at 350 Braden Ave in Sarasota, Florida, functions as a specialized educational and therapeutic center dedicated to serving children and young adults with disabilities, developmental delays, and special needs. Operating in partnership with the local educational infrastructure, the school provides a highly structured environment that integrates intensive therapies—such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy—directly into the daily academic curriculum. Their approach is focused on fostering independence, improving developmental milestones, and providing tailored support that addresses the unique physical and cognitive requirements of each student.

The school is deeply committed to inclusivity and family-centered care, often serving as a bridge between clinical rehabilitation and traditional classroom instruction. By utilizing specialized instructional techniques and a low student-to-teacher ratio, the staff at the Braden Avenue location works to ensure that students can overcome barriers to learning. Through its affiliation with the broader school system and the global Easterseals network, the facility acts as a vital resource for the Sarasota and Manatee County communities, providing essential services that empower students to reach their full potential in a compassionate, expert-led setting.

For more information, contact EASTER SEALS at (941) 355-7637 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.