FES-UA Tutoring in Naples, Florida
Special needs tutoring for Naples families using the Step Up For Students scholarship. We're an approved provider — direct pay, no reimbursement wait.
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Naples families using FES-UA: we're a Step Up For Students approved provider serving Collier County. We provide specialized tutoring for students with autism, dyslexia, and ADHD. Direct pay through EMA — no reimbursement paperwork.
FES-UA Tutoring for Naples Families
Naples is one of the wealthiest cities in Florida, with a highly educated resident base and expectations to match — but learning differences don't follow income brackets. Collier County Public Schools serves about 50,000 students, and Naples families with children who have autism, dyslexia, or ADHD often find that even in an affluent community, specialized school-based support is limited and the best private tutors are difficult to book and expensive to maintain.
The FES-UA scholarship levels the playing field. For Naples families using it, our services are available at no out-of-pocket cost — the same specialist-level tutors that wealthy families pay premium rates for privately are available through the scholarship. Our tutors work with students on autism spectrum, dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning differences, using evidence-based approaches that produce real skill development, not just homework completion.
Collier County also has a significant Latino agricultural worker community in areas like Immokalee — Naples families and surrounding Collier County families are all welcome to schedule a free consultation. We offer direct FES-UA billing.
🏫 Collier County Public Schools & Special Ed
- District: Collier County Public Schools
- Students: ~50,000 enrolled; serves affluent Naples alongside agricultural communities in Immokalee and rural Collier County
- Special Ed Program: ESE services — autism, SLD, speech-language, gifted; strong overall district performance but limited specialized ESE staffing
- Notable: The economic contrast within Collier County is stark; FES-UA serves families on both ends of the income spectrum, from wealthy Naples to the farmworker community in Immokalee
- Our Edge: Specialist-level access via FES-UA regardless of family income; online delivery reaches rural and suburban families alike
💰 FES-UA Funding in Collier County for 2026-27
Florida calculates FES-UA awards by county, grade band, and matrix level. For Naples families in Collier County, the 2026-27 amounts are:
| Matrix Level | K-3 | 4-8 | 9-12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 251-253 (Mild to Moderate) | $12,860 | $12,251 | $12,051 |
| 254 (Substantial) | $23,882 | ||
| 255 (Intensive) | $37,493 | ||
Source: Step Up For Students 2026-27 FES-UA Scholarship Award Amounts
Our Services
Autism Tutoring
Academic support designed around your child's learning style and sensory needs.
Dyslexia Tutoring
Structured literacy using Orton-Gillingham and other evidence-based methods.
ADHD Tutoring
Strategies that work with your child's brain, building focus and organization.
Math Tutoring
Patient, clear instruction for students who struggle with math concepts.
Reading Tutoring
Phonics, fluency, and comprehension support for struggling readers.
Executive Function
Help with planning, time management, and organization skills.
How Step Up Works with Us
Schedule your free consultation
Tell us about your child and what you're hoping to accomplish.
We match you with the right tutor
A specialist who has experience with your child's specific needs.
Find us on EMA and start sessions
We bill Step Up directly through Find Providers. No out-of-pocket cost for you.
Naples FES-UA Questions
What if our family speaks Spanish at home?
Our tutoring sessions are conducted in English. Many bilingual families work with us successfully — sessions focus on structured, visual instruction, and we're happy to coordinate with parents however communication works best.
How much FES-UA funding do Naples families receive?
Collier County's 2026-27 FES-UA amounts for Naples families: K-3 students at matrix level 251-253 receive $12,860 annually. Higher support needs (matrix 254-255) qualify for $23,882 to $37,493.
About the FES-UA Program
What is the FES-UA scholarship?
The Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA) is Florida's education savings account program for students with disabilities. It provides funding for private school tuition, tutoring, therapy, curriculum, and other approved educational services. The program is administered by Step Up For Students, a nonprofit organization — not a state agency.
What diagnoses qualify for FES-UA?
FES-UA covers students ages 3 through grade 12 (or age 22) with autism spectrum disorder, specific learning disabilities (dyslexia, dyscalculia), speech/language impairments, intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, emotional/behavioral disabilities, orthopedic impairments, and other qualifying conditions (ADHD may qualify under Other Health Impairment). If your child has an IEP or a documented diagnosis from a licensed physician or psychologist, they may qualify.
How does Step Up's direct-pay system work for tutoring?
When you work with an approved provider like us, we bill Step Up For Students directly through the EMA (Education Market Assistant) platform. You never pay out of pocket and never wait for reimbursement. We handle all the billing — you just focus on your child's sessions.
What's the difference between FES-UA and FES-EO?
FES-UA (Unique Abilities) is specifically for students with disabilities and typically provides higher funding amounts. FES-EO (Education Options) is open to all Florida K-12 students, with household income affecting only funding priority. Both allow tutoring as an approved expense, but FES-UA families generally receive larger awards based on their child's matrix level (support needs).
Can I use FES-UA for online tutoring?
Yes. Online tutoring from approved providers is a fully qualifying expense under FES-UA. All of our sessions are delivered online, which means you have access to specialized tutors regardless of where you live in Florida.
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