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Mariposa School for Children with Autism

Cary, NC

A year-round, ABA-based nonprofit school in Cary, NC for autistic learners from 18 months to age 21

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§ 01 · At a glance
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28
Years operating
Founded 1998
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§ 02 · Program model

How the school works

The Mariposa School for Children with Autism is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Cary, North Carolina that specializes in providing center-based Applied Behavior Analysis therapy and education for children with autism spectrum disorder. The school operates as a full-day educational facility where students receive intensive, evidence-based ABA services in a therapeutic environment designed to maximize peer socialization and learning outcomes. Mariposa serves students in grades 2 through 12, offering flexible programming options including full-day (5 days per week) and half-day instruction (5, 3, or 2 days per week), as well as after-school and summer social programs. Their clinical team includes Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Registered Behavior Technicians who deliver individualized and group-based instruction tailored to each student's needs. The school also provides consulting services to support families and educators. The organization maintains a strong commitment to family engagement and progress monitoring, keeping families informed of student outcomes through daily measurement practices. Mariposa has developed a regional reputation for quality services and attracts families from across the country. Their integrated approach combines therapeutic ABA services with educational programming in a setting that emphasizes natural peer interactions and a supportive learning environment.
  • —Mariposa School for Children with Autism is an ABA-based school: applied behavior analysis is integrated with the academic program across the school day.
  • —Instruction is overseen by board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs) working alongside classroom staff.
  • —The school coordinates with families and district teams on placement, IEP goals, and progress.
§ 03 · Grades served

Who the school serves

Early childhood
PreK / early-years classrooms with naturalistic, play-based instruction and embedded ABA.
Preschool / Pre-K
School-readiness, communication, and social foundations ahead of kindergarten.
Elementary (K–6)
Standards-aligned academics with ABA woven into the full school day.
Middle & high school (7–12)
Academics alongside social, independence, and behavior goals for older students.
Transition (18–22)
Vocational, life-skills, and community-based instruction for transition-age students.
§ 04 · Structure

Day & staffing

Day school
A full-day, school-year program where academics and ABA are integrated by design.
IEP & district coordination
Works with family and district teams on placement, IEP goals, and reporting.
§ 05 · Funding

Tuition & funding

Funding routesPrivate pay · scholarship · district / IEP placement
Tuition tierTuition & funding on file

ABA-based schools are typically funded through tuition, state scholarships, or district placement on an IEP - not medical insurance. Contact the school for current options.

§ 07 · Campuses

Locations

  • Cary
    Cary, NC
§ 08 · Accreditation

Accreditation & credentials

STATE
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BHCOE
BHCOE accreditation
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BACB
BCBA faculty listed
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No BCBAs on file
CARF
CARF status
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Not on file
§ 09 · Verification

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  • Ownership claimNo verified owner has claimed this profile yet.
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  • State approvalNo state approval details on file yet.
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  • BACB certificationsNo BCBAs listed yet.
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  • BHCOE accreditationNo accreditation reported.
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§ 10 · Reviews

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§ 11 · FAQ

Common questions

What grades or ages does Mariposa School for Children with Autism serve?

Mariposa School for Children with Autism serves early childhood / PreK, preschool, elementary (K–6), middle and high school (7–12), and transition-age students (18+).

Is Mariposa School for Children with Autism an ABA therapy clinic or a school?

Mariposa School for Children with Autism is an ABA-based school - it provides a full academic program with applied behavior analysis integrated across the school day, rather than therapy sessions alone. Schools are typically funded through tuition, scholarships, or district/IEP placement rather than medical insurance.

Where is Mariposa School for Children with Autism located?

Mariposa School for Children with Autism is located in Cary, NC.

How is an ABA school paid for?

ABA-based schools are usually funded by private tuition, state scholarship programs, or public-school-district placement when a student's IEP calls for it - not by medical insurance the way center-based ABA therapy often is. Contact Mariposa School for Children with Autism for the funding options they accept.

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