Bridgeport School & Vocational Center | A program of the Help Group

Guiding Unique Paths to Independence

Bridgeport School in Sherman Oaks and Culver City are dedicated non-public schools that celebrate the diverse interests and talents of our students who face unique challenges. The Bridgeport Vocational Centers are programs within the schools that offer a unique learning environment for young adults with special needs ages 18 to 22 where they can develop and master the critical skills necessary for a successful transition from school to adult independence. Our primary goal is to guide and support students with special needs in reaching their full potential toward independence in practical academics, social competence, and career exploration.

Bridgeport Community: Empowering Students from K-12 and Transition to Adulthood

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Bridgeport School (K-12)

Bridgeport School (K-12) ensures a holistic approach to education, setting students up for success. Our students thrive on career-focused and project-based instruction methods, inspiring exploration of various pathways for education. Committed to nurturing lifelong learners, our education philosophy extends beyond the classroom, instilling in students a passion for continuous growth and adaptability.

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Bridgeport Vocational Center

Bridgeport Vocational Center allows students to continue their educational and career path, providing employment preparation, independent living skills, and social skills instruction to students ages 18-22, who are identified by Individual Education Program (IEP) teams needing an alternate curriculum. This transitional center facilitates maximum community integration through practical work experiences.

Bridgeport School brings real life learning to students with learning challenges through Career Technical Training

– Pam Clark, Senior Director of Schools

BridgePort’s

academics

By integrating functional education with early career exploration, our students embark on their journey as career explorers from a young age. Our curriculum prioritizes practical academics, with a strong emphasis on reading, writing, mathematics, and science. Following High School, students transition in to the Bridgeport Vocational Center where they receive experiential on the job training.

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CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Our Career Technical Education program offers specialized vocational and career exploration through six distinct career academies. In addition, we have a unique collaboration with two local community colleges, LA Valley College and West LA College. It is through this partnership that students gain an understanding of the 21st Century Employability work skills. These skills are then put to use in the hands-on learning rotating internships with local businesses.

BridgePort’s

SUPPORT SERVICES

Bridgeport students have unique strengths and challenges. A multidisciplinary approach is essential in facilitating our students’ ability to reach their full potential. Support services are available in occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and counseling.

BridgePort’s

Social skills

Social skills are critical at school, at home, in the community and with friends. At Bridgeport, social skills are explicitly modeled and taught in classes daily.

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WE’D LOVE TO TELL YOU MORE

Thank you for your interest in Bridgeport School & Vocational Center. Questions? Please contact our admissions office at 877.943.5747 or [email protected].

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Bridgeport School & Vocational Center is located on two campuses, one in the Valley and one in Culver City.

SARC REPORT – Bridgeport Valley

SARC REPORT – Bridgeport West

SHERMAN OAKS
13130 Burbank Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91401

CULVER CITY
12099 Washington Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90066