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Gateway Academy is an accredited private day school for grades 6–12, exclusively serving a pure population of Twice Exceptional students with High Functioning Autism. Since 2005, we have provided a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment where bright minds thrive. Our engaging and personalized approach builds confidence, fosters independence, and prepares students for a successful future—both in and beyond the classroom. If you’re seeking a place where your child will be understood, motivated, and celebrated, Gateway Academy may be the perfect fit.
We meet the needs of students with:
- A superior vocabulary
- Advanced ideas and opinions
- High levels of creativity and problem-solving ability
- A curious, imaginative, and inquisitive wide range of interests not related to school
- Penetrating insight into a complex issue
- Specific talent or consuming interest areas
- A sophisticated sense of humor
Scholarships
Gateway Academy accepts scholarships from:
- Arizona Empowerment Scholarships
Click for Driving Directions
From Sky Harbor Airport: Take the 202 East to 101 North; Exit Shea Blvd; Take Shea Blvd. West to 40th Street; Turn Left onto 40th Street and make your first right into our parking lot.
From Northwest 101 Loop: Take 101 South to Shea Blvd Exit; Make a right onto Shea Blvd going Westto 40th Street; Turn Left onto 40th Street and make your first right into our parking lot.
3939 E. Shea Boulevard
Phoenix, AZ 85028
480 – 998 – 1071
Fax: 602 – 872 – 7089
Office Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm (Arizona Time) Monday-Friday
Unique Programming That Fuels Learning
At Gateway Academy, learning goes far beyond the classroom! Our Unique Programming is designed to spark curiosity, ignite passions, and give students real-world skills in exciting and meaningful ways. From cutting-edge technology like Virtual Reality, Drone Academy, and BattleBots, to hands-on experiences in Equine Therapy, Horticulture, and our Multi-Cultural Learning Lab, Gateway students explore their interests while building confidence and independence. Add in our vibrant Rock Band program, Get Fit: Mind & Body, Student Council, NHS, and beloved therapy dogs Apollo & Athena (plus Snorlax the Destroyer, our resident tortoise!), and you’ll see why Gateway is unlike any other school in Arizona. Here, every student has the opportunity to shine, discover new strengths, and create unforgettable experiences that last a lifetime.
