Welcome to Saint Catherine Academy

Students and adults group by sign

Saint Catherine Academy is a state-approved, private special education school in Fairfield, Connecticut, serving students of all faiths who are impacted with autism, intellectual, and developmental disabilities.

The Academy offers an alternative education for students ages 5-22 who are emotionally and behaviorally sound and available for learning, but currently unable to thrive in an inclusive setting. Our facility is intentionally designed to help students transition to an environment that encourages greater independence.

Calendar and Events

26
Nov
Thanksgiving Recess- Early Dismissal
Noon Dismissal
27
Nov
Thanksgiving Recess- No School
No School Thurs-Fri, November 27-28
08
Dec
Feast of the Immaculate Conception- No School

In the News

Annual Mass Celebrating People with Special Needs 2025
Helen Burland
Nov 02, 2025

Annual Mass Celebrating People with Special Needs 2025

On Sunday, November 2nd, Saint Catherine Center for Special Needs held its annual Mass celebrating people with special needs at Holy Cross Church. Monsignor Robert Weiss, a Saint Catherine Center board member, celebrated the Mass. The Saint Catherine Center community …

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Celebrating a Night of Joy & Gratitude: Annual Gala 2025
Helen Burland
Oct 05, 2025

Celebrating a Night of Joy & Gratitude: Annual Gala 2025

On Sunday, October 5th, the Saint Catherine Center community came together for an unforgettable evening at our annual Joy and Gratitude Gala, held at The Water’s Edge at Giovanni’s in Darien. With more than 300 guests in attendance, the room …

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A New School Year Begins
Helen Burland
Aug 28, 2025

A New School Year Begins

The new school year is off to a great start at Saint Catherine Academy! Students have returned with bright smiles, ready to learn, grow, and belong in a community where they are supported and celebrated. The halls are filled with …

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A Message From Helen Burland, Executive Director

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