A place for neurodiverse learners to belong and thrive.
☼ Knoxville TN
Beacon
● About
Where Potential is Personalized
At Beacon Academy, students from Rising Kindergarten through 12th Grade find a learning environment built specifically for their unique strengths. We trade overwhelming traditional classrooms for intentional spaces and rigid standards for individualized growth. Here, every learner is seen, heard, and supported by a team that understands their world.
We move past "one size fits all" to create a path that honors both academic progress and emotional well-being. By prioritizing small, focused groups and high-standard care, our close-knit crew of educators ensures that every student—from early learners to those preparing for adulthood—has the space to take chances, build lasting friendships, and develop the confidence to thrive boldly.
Because your child’s education should be as extraordinary and individual as they are.
● Programs
Pathways to Belonging
Foundational Support
Focus: K–5th Grade A nurturing environment centered on building social connections, emotional regulation, and core academic confidence. In these early years, we prioritize hands-on learning and a predictable rhythm that helps every child feel safe and successful.
Integrated Support
Focus: 6th–8th Grade As students move into middle school, our focus shifts toward self-advocacy and deepened academic exploration. We offer a bridge between the foundational years and adulthood, providing the specialized behavioral and clinical integration required for this transitional stage.
Transition & Independence
Focus: 9th–12th Grade Our high school pathway is dedicated to preparing students for life beyond our walls. This track emphasizes vocational readiness, community integration, and the life skills necessary for a confident, independent future.
● Academy Life
A Place to Truly Belong
At Beacon Academy, we provide a consistent environment that grows with your student from their first day of kindergarten through their high school graduation. Our campus is designed as a supportive home base where academic exploration and social-emotional development come together in one predictable, high-standard community.
Beyond the classroom, we focus on the meaningful milestones that matter most to your family. Whether it’s mastering daily life skills, building a genuine friendship, or simply finding a space where they can be themselves without judgment, every day is an opportunity for your student to expand their world and thrive in their own way.
● Contact
Start the Conversation
Whether you are looking for a long-term educational home for your child or simply want to learn more about our individualized approach, we are here to listen. Every student’s journey is unique, and we look forward to discovering how Beacon Academy can help your family belong and thrive.