The Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU) - Aston Education Center, located in Aston, Pennsylvania, is dedicated to nurturing K-12 students with emotional and behavioral needs through a variety of tailored programs. This specialized facility offers full-time special education through its Community School for students in grades K-8 and provides a more intimate educational setting for secondary students at the Delaware County Academy (DCA), focusing on meeting graduation requirements. The Forward Bound program further supports students battling mental health challenges who have found mainstream education challenging.

With approximately 550 students engaged in career and technical education and 232 in early childhood programs such as Head Start, the center ensures comprehensive development. It emphasizes smaller class sizes and incorporates an interdisciplinary approach, including behavioral support and positive behavior interventions (PBIS). Recent expansions have brought in state-of-the-art classrooms, therapeutic facilities, and technical labs, enhancing the educational experience for a diverse student body. The aim is to equip students with the academic and social-emotional skills necessary for transitioning back to their home districts confidently.