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Educational Services

Educational Services

About

Little Friends’ School Program offers a comprehensive suite of services for individuals with autism and other developmental delays—supporting learners from early childhood through transition to adulthood. Our expert team uses structured programming and a multisensory approach to foster growth in sensory regulation, language, cognitive development, behavior, and social-emotional skills.

At Krejci Academy and Mansion High School, staff partner with students and families to build self-regulation, independence, and self-determination—defined as self-advocacy, empowerment, and choice. Through this collaborative approach, each student’s functional and academic progress is evident, helping them thrive in school and beyond.

For Families

Little Friends families of students in our Educational Programming can find information here (password required)

Enrollment & Funding Process

Students must be placed in a Little Friends educational program by their home school district.  A student’s IEP team at their home district determines that a learning environment or services necessary for the student’s success cannot be provided will seek to place a student out of district or in a non-public special education school, per the guidelines of the Illinois State Board of Education.  The placing school district provides transportation to and from our Warrenville campus. School Districts can send referral packets for review to schoolreferrals@lilfriends.com.

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I love my school

“I love my school because I have great teachers and friends.”

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I like to socialize and laugh

“I like to socialize and laugh with my friends every day.”

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Little Friends staff are remarkable people

“As parents, we feel truly thankful and blessed for the opportunities that Little Friends has provided and offered.  Little Friends staff are remarkable people who are dedicated to what they do and those they serve.”

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Good times with friends and people who care

“For my son, this has not been just a school but the place where he spends good times with friends and people who care about him.”

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How grateful we are

“How grateful we are to all the angels who work with our son at Little Friends. This is his home.”

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Krejci means so much to Us

“Krejci means so much to us because it’s been the one place that has truly helped my child excel and grow; the place that he is not judged or made to feel different but accepted. I am so appreciative of the patience, care, and hard work from all the Krejci staff.”

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Positive Impact on our Family

“Respite has had such a positive impact on our family. We love that our kids can socialize with other families that share our similarities. It gives me comfort knowing he is in good hands”