Southbridge Academy Referral Process
Referral Process
- Referring staff/school fills out this Referral Form.
- Southbridge Academy (SA) staff will review and schedule a meeting with the internal team within two weeks of receiving referral.
- SA Staff will complete an observation of the student if needed.
- Team meeting will be held to discuss placement.
- The Clinical Coordinator will schedule intake with student and family.
Southbridge Academy is a therapeutic day school that offers a therapeutic environment tailored to support students who require behavioral interventions beyond what is offered in a traditional school setting. We believe that many challenging behaviors stem from deficiencies in problem solving skills and the ability to see a clear picture of what is going on.
We believe that working together and developing relationships with all members of a students’ team helps our students overcome challenges that are preventing them from fully accessing an education.

In addition to supporting social/emotional challenges, Southbridge Academy is focused on preparing students for life after graduation. Affiliations with Quinsigamond Community College, Porter & Chester, Job Corps, the US Army and others provide a variety of opportunities for our students to learn about career options and start planning for a successful future.