Welcome to Saint Catherine Academy

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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.

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Ash Wednesday Service
Helen Burland
Feb 18, 2026

Ash Wednesday Service

Students, young adults, and staff at Saint Catherine Center gathered together for a special Ash Wednesday prayer service marking the beginning of the Lenten season. The service was led by Father Chris Ford, who was joined by Laura Groizer, Executive …

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Annual Nativity Pageant 2025
Helen Burland
Dec 17, 2025

Annual Nativity Pageant 2025

Saint Catherine Academy celebrated the holiday season with its annual Christmas pageant, God With Us, on December 17th. The festive event welcomed family members and friends who gathered to witness the students’ heartwarming performance. This year’s script, written and directed …

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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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A Message From Helen Burland, Executive Director

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