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A School with Soul

​ Castles of Imagination is a multigenerational school full of traditions, compassion, and growth. We partner with families, interventionists, and researchers to evolve with our community’s needs—because we believe all children deserve to belong.

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Inclusion Palooza 2026

Date: April 11, 2026

One of every six autistic children are expelled from daycare.

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Why Inclusion Benefits All Children

 

 

Research shows that inclusive environments support social-emotional growth, leadership skills, and flexibility in thinking. Children become more confident helpers, stronger communicators, and more adaptable learners. Most importantly, inclusion teaches children that everyone belongs—just as they are—creating a culture of kindness, understanding, and belonging that lasts far beyond the classroom.

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Inclusion Palooza

Recognizing a need for greater support in our community, we created Inclusion Palooza—the only full-day conference designed to empower families, educators, and case managers on their journey toward inclusive education.

At Castles of Imagination, our mission is to make high-quality, inclusive learning accessible to all. We serve children from age one until they are eligible for kindergarten, providing the supports, strategies, and accommodations they need to thrive alongside their peers.

Inclusion means more than just access—it means belonging.

Castles of Imagination
Inclusion Preschool
 
820 Bryan Road
Brandon, FL 33511
(813) 689-2036

License: C13HI0249

🌟 True Inclusion in Action

We don’t just place children with special needs in classrooms—we build classrooms to support all our children. Our model ensures every child learns alongside their peers with the support of trained teachers, therapists, and individualized strategies rooted in evidence-based practices.

👩‍🏫 Empowered, Expert Educators

Our team is packed with powerhouse teachers who undergo hundreds of hours of continuing education. We invest deeply in our staff so they can invest in your child—with warmth, intention, and skill. We’re also a training hub for others, offering professional development across the state.

🏆 Accredited Excellence

  • Florida Gold Seal School

  • Nationally Accredited

  • Program-Wide Positive Behavior Support (PWPBS) site in partnership with USF

We meet and exceed the highest standards in early childhood education.

💡 Hands-On, Hearts-In Learning

From sensory-rich play to social-emotional growth, we focus on learning that sticks—because it’s meaningful. Our M.A.P. process (Model, Add visuals, Practice) is embedded into everything we do to help children build independence and confidence.

🌍 Leaders in Inclusion Advocacy

We are the founders of Inclusion Palooza, the only full-day grassroots conference in the region designed by educators, for educators and families. We lead with love and speak up for kids who need more.

Got questions? Just message us.

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