Ballou Education is a special education advocate and IEP/504 consultant that Arizona and California families trust to advocate for their child at school. With more than 32 years of hands-on experience, we help parents of children with disabilities prepare for IEP meetings, understand evaluation results, request 504 plans, hold schools accountable for the services they owe, and resolve disputes constructively — so their child gets the support they need to succeed.

We serve families throughout Arizona, including the Phoenix metropolitan area and communities across Maricopa and Pinal counties such as Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Fountain Hills, Cave Creek, Chandler, Tempe, Mesa, Gilbert, Deer Valley, Peoria, Glendale, Laveen, Queen Creek, Apache Junction, Maricopa, Casa Grande, and Florence. We also work with families throughout the state, including Tucson, Flagstaff, and Prescott.

In California, we serve families throughout Greater Los Angeles, including Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Malibu, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes, Calabasas, and San Marino. Every community has its own school district, special education team, and processes. Our location pages help you understand the district that serves your neighborhood, identify key contacts, and learn how Ballou Education can support your family.

Whether your child is just entering special education, needs a 504 plan for a health condition, or has an IEP that is not being implemented the way it was written, the right support can make a significant difference. Start with the state page that matches where you live, then choose your community to find information specific to your area and learn how we can help.

How We Help Families in Arizona & California

• Preparing for and attending IEP and 504 meetings with your child’s school team

• Reviewing evaluation and assessment results and explaining them in plain language

• Drafting written requests for evaluations, services, or plan changes

• Identifying gaps between what an IEP requires and what’s actually happening in the classroom

• Guiding families through disagreements with the school team, informally and formally

• Supporting families at every stage, from the initial evaluation through annual reviews and changes in placement or services

Find an Advocate Near You

Choose your state below to browse the communities we serve. Each location page provides information about the local area and school districts, along with the specific ways Ballou Education can help families navigate special education, IEPs, 504 plans, evaluations, accommodations, and educational placement.