Seneca Family of Agencies Maya Angelou Academy

Seneca Family of Agencies – Maya Angelou Academy, located at 3695 High Street in Oakland, California, is a non-public special education school dedicated to helping children in grades K–5 with emotional, behavioral, and social challenges. The academy provides individualized education and therapeutic support designed to help each student make measurable progress toward their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals while maintaining alignment with California’s general education standards. Students receive focused instruction in core academic areas along with behavioral and developmental support to promote stability, growth, and confidence in the classroom.

Through a compassionate, evidence-based approach, the Maya Angelou Academy emphasizes creating a safe, nurturing learning environment where children can build essential academic and emotional skills. The program prepares students to transition successfully into less restrictive educational settings by addressing the unique behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs of each child. With a focus on whole-child development and personalized learning, the academy plays a vital role in helping young students thrive both academically and socially.