For nearly forty years, High Hopes Development Center has offered a unique approach to serving children with and without special needs. A non-profit organization based in Franklin, High Hopes is the only inclusive preschool and kindergarten in Williamson County with an on-site pediatric therapy clinic equipped to serve children with various diagnoses. Parents of typically developing children and children with special needs know they receive top-quality educational enrichment, therapeutic care, and loving support. 

With a reputation for excellence, the Thompson preschool and kindergarten nurtures and educates children ages six weeks to kindergarten.  Classroom enrollment consists of 60% students who are typically developing and 40% children who have special needs. The school offers a low pupil-to-teacher ratio and a highly skilled team of educators.

Working in tandem, High Hopes on-site Hoover Pediatric Therapy Clinic offers outpatient therapies to children from birth through adulthood. Children work one-on-one with therapists to improve vital life skills and achieve important individualized goals. High Hopes therapists have an average of over 14 years of specialized pediatric experience. 

In addition, High Hopes facilitates a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary team approach. Children can access broad clinic expertise, extensive therapy equipment, a highly-rated inclusive education environment, and daily collaboration with parents and healthcare team members to ensure quality and consistent care. At High Hopes, children learn at a very young age that we are all different and that it’s OK to be different. Our inclusive preschool and therapy clinic benefits all children involved, as it teaches that everyone has strengths and weaknesses and embraces the meaning of true friendship.

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Gail Powell

Melanie Foster

Lizzie Swartz

Meghan Coyle

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Elizabeth Watts

Dana Fennell

Melanie Anderson

Hilary Ehlers

Anna Brinker

Kyle Batten

Chandler Fielding

Maria Donnell

Courtney Hess

Allen Long

The Healthcare Professionals team at High Hopes Development Center is dedicated to providing specialized therapeutic support to children with diverse needs. Comprising pediatric occupational and physical therapists as well as speech language pathologists, this team collaborates closely with educators and families to develop individualized therapy plans that enhance children’s physical, communication, and daily living skills. By fostering an inclusive environment, they empower all children to achieve their goals while promoting understanding and acceptance of individual differences.

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