Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) Admissions

Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) is a special place for God’s exceptional children. We hope you’ll take some time to get acquainted with each program, then inquire below to schedule your tour date. The entire admissions process is broken down as follows:

Have a question? Great! Give the Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) Office a call at: 407.206.8801.

Admissions Process

Step 1: Inquire – Distinct Abilities Learning Inquiry is a great way to learn more about the program. Start by completing the Admissions Inquiry Form. Upon receipt, The Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) will place a call to answer any questions and when you are ready, schedule your tour date!

Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope): FBCO-KIDS 1
3000 South John Young Parkway
Orlando, FL 32805

Step 2: Tour – Book your tour date over the phone; it is necessary for all potential families to tour our facilities ensuring Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) is an ideal fit for your child! Upon completion of the tour, interested families are invited to officially apply.

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Step 3: Apply – Already toured? Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) encourages those who’ve toured to complete an application for enrollment. The online application must be completed and supplemental forms returned to the Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) office. Each application includes a non-refundable Testing and Evaluation Fee of $200. Parents must create an account, then complete the application for their child.

Step 4: Evaluate – After completing the online application, the Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) office will call to schedule an in-person testing and evaluation session for your child within 3 business days.

Step 5: Enroll – Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) will call the parents with evaluation results. Upon notification of acceptance into Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope), families are given the opportunity to enroll.

Evaluation Process

The Evaluation fee, paid with the application, covers Academics, Behavior and Social aspects of each child. After the payment is made, the Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) Office will call to schedule an evaluation appointment. The Evaluation will be performed by a Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) Teacher. After the results are reviewed by Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope), a meeting will be setup via phone or in-person to discuss the recommendations for grade placement and best program fit.

Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) Tuition & Fees

Please visit our Tuition and Fee page for more information.