The Els Center of Excellence campus is a world-class site hosting leading-edge programs and services for individuals with autism. Based in Jupiter, Florida, The Els Center of Excellence is on track to be a global leader in the field of autism and a leading example of what can be available to individuals on the spectrum.
Having all the essential components on one campus makes the campus the ideal hub for a variety of global outreach activities.
This ensures The Els Center of Excellence campus’ positive influence is felt far beyond the boundaries of its walls.
On the Campus
- Administrative Building hosts Els for Autism staff offices, a 300-seat auditorium, meeting rooms, and spaces to conduct therapy sessions.
- The Rupert Education Wing hosts The Learning Academy (TLA), a nonprofit, tuition-free, Palm Beach County charter school serving students with autism ages 3 – 14.
- The Shanken Education Wing hosts the upper school of TLA, serving students ages 14-21.
- The O’Donnell Family Pavilion is a multipurpose classroom/studio for art shows and other gatherings and is equipped with a full catering kitchen.
- The Stoops Family Adult Services Building hosts several vocational labs for clients enrolled in our Adult Day Training program. These include the Big Easy Cafe by Ernie Els, the Stanley Black & Decker vocational lab, the Sea of Possibilities workshop, a hospitality & life skills suite, and therapy rooms.
Additionally, the campus contains:
- Courtyard – 26,000 square feet, fence enclosed, central area with grass and sidewalks
- Golf Course – practice facility featuring 3 greens and 9 holes
- Sensory Arts Garden – a therapeutic and educational destination for children and adults of all abilities
- Two playgrounds
- Outdoor basketball/tennis play court
Fundraising continues to build a specialized autism-friendly recreation complex.
Learn About Our Capital Campaign
