AFC Insurance Inc. offers a specialized insurance solution through its Health & Human Services division: the Special Schools Insurance Program. This program is designed specifically for institutions serving students with developmental disabilities, mental handicaps, behavioral challenges, or sensory impairments such as deafness or blindness. Whether your client operates a private school for children with autism or a nonprofit educational facility for students with severe learning disabilities, AFC provides tailored coverage to meet the unique risks these organizations face.
Ideal Accounts and Appetite
This program is ideal for schools and facilities that focus on:
- Developmentally disabled students
- Mental retardation or mental handicaps
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Severe learning disabilities
- Behavioral and emotional challenges
- Deaf or blind students
You can place business for both nonprofit and for-profit entities, including independent special education schools, day programs, and therapeutic learning centers. Typical accounts include facilities with a structured curriculum and licensed staff trained to address special needs education.
Coverage Highlights and Advantages
AFC's Special Schools Insurance Program includes a broad array of coverages designed to protect against the complex exposures these organizations face. Available coverages include:
- Package policies
- General Liability and Professional Liability
- Umbrella and Excess coverage
- Property insurance
- Commercial Auto (restrictions may apply)
- Abuse and Molestation coverage
- Coverage extensions and endorsements, such as:
- Volunteers and Independent Contractors as Insureds
- Optional Key Employee Replacement Endorsement
- Optional Extended Coverage Endorsement with Blanket Additional Insureds
This comprehensive package allows agents and brokers to offer meaningful protection to schools that face both educational and clinical exposures in their daily operations.
Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premiums
Minimum premiums vary based on account size, location, and scope of services. While appetite is broad, underwriters will assess factors such as staff licensing, incident history, student-to-staff ratios, and the types of services provided. Accounts with strong risk management protocols and established safety training will typically align well with program guidelines.
Territories and Availability
This program is available in most states on an admitted basis, including but not limited to CA, FL, TX, NY, IL, and PA. AFC currently offers this product in over 45 states, giving you nationwide access with flexible options to place your clients efficiently.
Why Work With AFC Insurance Inc.
As a dedicated Program Administrator, AFC Insurance Inc. brings deep industry knowledge and a focused underwriting approach to the educational and human services space. With access to a variety of carriers and a commitment to responsive service, AFC is well-positioned to help agents and brokers place hard-to-insure educational risks. The Special Schools Insurance Program is backed by markets that understand the nuances of teaching and caring for students with special needs, providing peace of mind for your clients and confidence for your agency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of accounts are a good fit for this program?
Special education schools, therapeutic day programs, and nonprofit learning centers that serve developmentally disabled, autistic, or behaviorally challenged students are ideal fits.
Is abuse and molestation coverage included in this program?
Yes, abuse and molestation coverage is available and can be included as part of the package, subject to underwriting review.
Do you cover both for-profit and nonprofit organizations?
Yes, the program can accommodate both for-profit and nonprofit special schools, depending on underwriting guidelines and risk profile.
Are independent contractors and volunteers covered?
Yes, coverage extensions are available to include volunteers and independent contractors as insureds under the policy.
What states is this program available in?
The program is available in most states, including CA, TX, FL, NY, and over 40 others. Admitted coverage is available in many of these states.
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