Giant Steps of Saint Louis is a non-profit 501(c)(3) therapeutic day school dedicated to serving children with autism spectrum disorders. Our mission is to empower these exceptional students by fostering academic, social, and vocational skills to help each student reach their full potential.

Giant Steps provides a structured and highly specialized learning environment for children with autism who would otherwise struggle in a traditional school setting. Our students receive specialized instruction from trained staff who utilize evidence-based teaching strategies tailored to autism. The curriculum consists of academic skills, daily living skills, vocational training, music therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, social skills, and electives such as art, physical education, and theatre.

Over the years, Giant Steps has developed into a valuable resource for school districts that face challenges in providing intensive programming for these students. We work closely with each student’s home school to align curriculum standards and programming, ensuring a successful transition back to their district when they are ready.

Giant Steps’ school program is approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Illinois State Board of Education, serving students with autism spectrum disorders aged 4 to 21.