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High Road School of Peoria

Designed to nurture your student’s academic, social, and behavioral growth, High Road School of Peoria provides individualized instruction in smaller, structured classrooms. Our private day school goes beyond what typical classrooms provide, offering an evidence-based approach including a comprehensive range of specialized services and a team of highly-trained educators to help students—and their families—shine.

School Info

Hours
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Grades
K-12, Adult Prep Program

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High Road School of Peoria is where students with academic, emotional, and behavioral needs uncover their potential through individualized learning that goes beyond what most classrooms can offer. In our private day schools, we meet each student where they are.

Smaller class sizes and high-quality, student-centered instruction allow our teachers, therapists, and staff to build strong connections with each student in nurturing, respectful, structured, and positive learning environments. Drawing from a comprehensive range of specialized services, High Road educators implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to help each student shine—at school, at home, and in the community.

Our students benefit from SESI’s Integrated Multi-Tiered Systems of Support that:

  • Individually support each student’s academic, behavioral, and emotional needs
  • Prevent barriers to learning in our classroom environments
  • Connect our team with students, staff, families and district partners to ensure the growth of essential skills outside of the classroom setting

Through evidence-based, data-driven instruction that is aligned with your student’s strengths and IEP goals, we meet your student where they are. In other words, we do not tier your student, we tier our supports to uniquely meet your student’s needs.

Strong relationships with our students, families, and school district partners are our highest priority. Together, we shine a bright light on the possibility and untapped potential of every High Road School student.

Related services offered at this school include counseling services, BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst), occupational therapy, pet therapy, and sensory rooms tailored to student needs.

Discover What Sets High Road School of Peoria Apart

Our Learning Pathways

  • Spark: Academic and Behavior Support​

    Spark: Academic and Behavior Support​

    Students We Serve

    • Students with strong academic potential and behavioral or emotional challenges
    • Learners impacted by trauma, adversity, or unstable home environments
    • Students navigating school avoidance, anxiety, or juvenile justice involvement
    • Those needing support with regulation, peer relationships, and trust-building
    Spark Student Profiles
  • Academic and Behavioral Support

    Academic and Behavioral Support

    We cultivate learning environments where instruction aligns with industry standards and district-specific curriculum requirements and ongoing support encourages prosocial behavior inside and outside the classroom.

  • Individualized Student Support

    Individualized Student Support

    We are passionate about fostering all facets of growth—academic, behavioral, and emotional—ensuring students are nurtured as a whole person and develop the skills they need to achieve rewarding futures.

  • Optimized Learning Environments​

    Optimized Learning Environments​

    Our special education classrooms are strategically designed to allow students to focus on building critical life and communication skills, while our grade-level classrooms help alternative education students make up lost ground and prepare for a transition back to district classrooms, and ultimately graduation.

  • Tailored Programs

    Tailored Programs

    We carefully assess unique student needs and then craft personalized programs that allow each student to reach their full potential—academically, socially, and emotionally. Progress is continuously monitored, ensuring key milestones are met and celebrated.

Meet Our Team

With deep experience and dedication to helping all students discover their full potential, our leaders provide an unwavering commitment to supporting our teachers, therapists, and other staff while fostering relationships with families and district partners.

  • Shannon holds a Bachelor of Science, Psychology Human Services from Grace Christian University and a master’s degree in social work, specialized in child and family, from Illinois State University. In 2023, he began his tenure at High Road School of Peoria as the school’s social worker, and in 2024, he became a certified TCIS (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for School) Trainer from Cornell University. Shannon served as the clinical director position for both High Road School of Peoria and Bloomington in 2024 and became the director of Peoria in November of that year.

    Shannon strives to build a successful environment for student growth. He believes education is not just about academic growth, but social-emotional growth. His goal is to fortify a partnership with districts, parents, his staff, and students to create a successful plan for students. Shannon is honored to serve the students, staff, parents, and districts as director at High Road School of Peoria.

What People Are Saying

Across our schools and programs, we’re proud to partner with families, educators, and district leaders to support student success. Hear firsthand how our collaborative approach, experienced staff, and commitment to individualized education are making a lasting impact in classrooms and communities.

  • The teachers are very caring and very responsive to any issues that may arise. Definitely recommend High Road School of Peoria. .

    Jeff M.

Events & Stories

  • High Road School of Peoria Celebrates a Memorable End to the School Year

    From cheering on the Rivermen minor league ice hockey team at the Peoria Civic Center to hands-on science projects like erupting…
    June 23, 2025
  • Celebrating Autism Acceptance at High Road School of Peoria

    High Road School of Peoria proudly celebrated World Autism Month with a tribute to individuality, inclusion, and creativity. Staff members donned custom-designed…
    April 29, 2025
  • New Outdoor Play Space at High Road School of Peoria

    Movement and physical activity are critical for students’ overall well-being, and now students at the High Road School of Peoria…
    September 28, 2022

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FAQ’s

  • If you work at a school district and want to learn more about our school and the referral process, the next step is to contact us directly. We’ll provide detailed information about our programs, answer your questions, and set-up a time for you to come tour our program.

  • We individualize the learning experience by creating a tailored plan for each student based on their unique strengths, needs, and goals. This includes personalized instruction, behavioral support, and regular progress monitoring to ensure growth academically, socially, and emotionally. By collaborating closely with families and school districts, we provide a supportive environment where every student can thrive.

  • The next step is to contact us to schedule a tour of our school. This will give you the opportunity to meet our team, explore our facilities, and learn more about how we can support your child.

  • You can schedule a tour by calling our office or filling out the contact form on our website. Our team will work with you to find a convenient time for your visit.

  • We take a holistic approach to education, integrating academic instruction with behavioral support. Small class sizes allow for personalized attention, and our experienced staff uses evidence-based strategies and high-leverage practices to help students build confidence, self-regulation skills, and positive relationships.

Contact High Road School of Peoria