The Sands Academy
The Sands Academy is a neuroinclusive hybrid school in DeLand, Florida, offering on-campus instruction and at-home learning for students in grades K to 10.
Deland · Telehealth offered
At a glance
- Telehealth
- Tutoring available virtually
- In person
- Hybrid school campus, 331 W New York Ave, DeLand, FL + The Hub, 216 W Howry Ave, DeLand, FL (electives and enrichment)
- Self pay
- Hybrid School (annual) $6,500/year · Hybrid School (semester) $1,465/semester
ADHD care
Lists ADHD, Autism, Speech and language needs, Neurodivergent among the concerns it addresses, according to its website.
ADHD
Autism
Speech and language needs
Neurodivergent
About
Founded in 2020, The Sands Academy aims to provide a safe, inclusive, and neuroaffirming learning environment where students are supported, celebrated, and empowered to thrive.
The Sands Academy is also a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that offers community education, family and parent trainings, and outreach beyond the classroom.
- Play-based learning
- Custom learning paths
- Multisensory, trauma-informed instruction
- Co-regulation over compliance
Concerns they commonly address
Autism and ADHD
Staff are described as trained to support students with autism and ADHD.
Speech and language needs
Staff are described as trained to support students with speech and language needs, while the school states it is not a therapy center.
Developmental delays
The pages state that students with developmental delays are among those the school supports.
Services
Hybrid school
Students attend on campus part of the week and complete guided independent work at home.
Full-time option
Full-time students attend 4 days a week and complete independent work with their cohort and lead teacher on campus.
Tutoring
Tutoring is 1:1, available in-person or virtually, and focuses on reading, writing, and math.
Electives
Electives include Minecraft Social Club, Spanish I, STEAM, and Young Engineers, and are open to the public.
Parents' Night Out
The Hub houses Parents' Night Out, a community program.
Founder
Lauren Sands, M.Ed.
Mrs. Lauren Sands is the founder and director of The Sands Academy. The page states she has over 15 years of experience working with diverse learners and is a Certified Autism Specialist and play-based practitioner.
Insurance, self-pay and costs
Self-pay
Hybrid School (annual): $6,500/year. Hybrid School (semester): $1,465/semester. Hybrid School (monthly): $650/month. Electives (per class): $25/class. Tutoring (monthly): $300/month. Parents' Night Out: $40/child.
Enrollment tour
Families must attend a tour to be considered for enrollment.
What to know before contacting
Who it sees
Students in grades K to 10.
Care setting
In person in Hybrid school campus, 331 W New York Ave, DeLand, FL and The Hub, 216 W Howry Ave, DeLand, FL (electives and enrichment); telehealth: Tutoring available virtually.
Questions families ask
Does The Sands Academy provide ADHD care?
Its website lists ADHD, Autism, Speech and language needs among the concerns it addresses. Confirm with the practice.
Can I use telehealth?
Yes. The practice lists telehealth: Tutoring available virtually.
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