Alexander Leigh Center for Autism
Primary and Secondary EducationIllinois, United States51-200 Employees
The Alexander Leigh Center for Autism is a private, year‑round therapeutic day school in Illinois approved by the state education board to serve students with autism aged 3 to 22. It operates within the primary and secondary education sector and follows an Applied Behavior Analysis framework as part of its core approach. The school provides specialized educational services designed to help students with autism thrive in a structured, therapeutic setting, addressing their learning and developmental needs. Based in McHenry, Illinois, the organization serves a local community and maintains a focus on evidence-based practices to support its students. The center’s activities include community engagement, such as participating in local events and galas, reflecting its involvement beyond the classroom. The institution is described as privately run, with a range of staff and a dedicated mission to support individuals on the autism spectrum through education and therapy.