Unique Abilities, Autism & Learning Differences in Estero
3 unique abilities, autism & learning differences on the state register in Estero; 3 take the Florida Private School Scholarship ($8,779 K-3 · $8,193 4-8 · $8,001 9-12 for Lee students in 2026-27). The village between south Fort Myers and Bonita Springs, around Corkscrew Road, Coconut Point and the Florida Gulf Coast University area.
Funding note: For a child with a qualifying diagnosis or IEP, FES-UA replaces the standard award with a larger, parent-directed account: 10,567 to 11,345 dollars at the base level for a Lee student in 2026-27.
| School | Kind | Area | Grade span | State scholarship flag | UA · PEP | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Oaks Academy 21101 Design Parc Lane, Estero 33928 | Independent & Secular Schools | Estero | K-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ · PEP | — |
| Educational Pathways Academy II 23601 N Commons Dr, Estero 34134 | Christian Schools | Estero | 3-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Palms Day School 3480 Pelican Colony Boulevard, Estero 34134 | Independent & Secular Schools | Estero | PK-K | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| What it is | What it isn't |
|---|---|
| Grades, address, affiliation, accreditation and enrollment the school reported to the state | Tuition, which Florida doesn't collect |
| Whether Step Up listed the school for each program on October 28, 2026 | A promise that a seat is open |
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