The UCP Reedswood School program provides education, training and therapy to children in our area who have cerebral palsy or other severe developmental disabilities.
The professional staff at the Reedswood School provides a variety of services for students with multiple special needs who are three to twenty-one years old.
The professional staff of Adult Services assist adults with severe cognitive and physical disabilities through developmental training, a sheltered workshop and residential services.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: People of all abilities thriving in an inclusive society.
- The UCP Reedswood School program provides education, training and therapy to children in our area who have cerebral palsy or other severe developmental disabilities.
- The professional staff at the Reedswood School provides a variety of services for students with multiple special needs who are three to twenty-one years old.
- The professional staff of Adult Services assist adults with severe cognitive and physical disabilities through developmental training, a sheltered workshop and residential services.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Ucp-cds-melvin J Larson School?
The application deadline for Ucp-cds-melvin J Larson School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ucp-cds-melvin J Larson School located?
Ucp-cds-melvin J Larson School is located in the Reedwood neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Ucp-cds-melvin J Larson School is Joliet Catholic Academy (2.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Cathedral Of St. Raymond School (1.3 miles away)
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608 N Raynor Ave
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(815) 722-6626
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 722-6626
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Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 722-8518
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Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 463-9655
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(815) 726-2121
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Miles
Quick Facts
608 N Raynor Ave
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 722-6626
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 722-6626
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 393 students
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(Catholic)
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Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 722-8518
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 722-8518
1.8 miles
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(815) 741-4180
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(Catholic)
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(815) 727-4600
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 727-4600
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 130 students
Hopewell Career Academy - Joilet
Special Education School
1009 S Briggs St
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 463-9655
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 463-9655
3.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 49 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
608 N Raynor Ave
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 722-6626
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 722-6626
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 393 students
Our Savior Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(1)
1910 Black Rd
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 725-1688
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 725-1688
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 69 students Avg. class size: 10 students
Vilaseca Josephine Center
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
351 N Chicago St
Joliet, IL 60432
(815) 727-1467
Joliet, IL 60432
(815) 727-1467
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 62 students
St. Mary Nativity School
(Catholic)
702 N Broadway Street
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 722-8518
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 722-8518
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 170 students
Bobbie Noonan's Child Care
Daycare / Preschool
2504 Fairway Dr
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 741-2627
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 741-2627
1.9 miles
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