Educational Services of America is the nation’s leading provider of K-12 and post-secondary alternative and special education programs. Based in Nashville, Tenn., ESA owns and operates more than 130 schools and programs in 17 states. ESA provides highly personalized academic and behavioral services for students through the following branded areas:

  • College Living Experience
  • College Living Prep
  • ESA Exceptional Schools
  • Ombudsman Educational Services
  • Spectrum Center Schools

There are schools that are more than schools. They are hope. They are understanding. They are a refusal to accept anything less than a student’s full potential. These are the schools supported by Educational Services of America.

At ESA, we believe every student can and will succeed given the right kind of instruction. Our individualized approach to teaching allows each student to learn in his or her own way, at his or her own pace.

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ESA Exceptional
Unique approaches to educating exceptional students. >
Ombudsman
Partnering with schools and struggling students to treat academic paths on the decline.
College Living Experience
Access and support for college students who need it.
Spectrum
An individualized approach for children with special needs.