READ Academy of Sacramento
Where Students Who Learn Differently Thrive
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At READ Academy, we empower students to ask insightful questions, explore disciplinary boundaries and confront conventional ways of thinking. We support students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD, and executive function difficulties to excel in their academic skills by providing instruction developed for them and suited to their unique learning style.
This is READ Academy
READ Academy is a WASC accredited private school designed for students who were failing to thrive with reading, writing and math in a public school setting. READ Academy empowers students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and ADHD through evidence-based, multisensory instruction in small group settings. Our structured literacy approach builds confidence and real academic progress, giving families a place where their child can finally succeed.
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Our Programs
How We Serve Students & Families
How We Serve Students & Families
Full-time, specialized instruction for students in 2nd-12th grade with language-based learning differences. Evidence-based, multisensory learning in small group settings.
READ Learning Center provides one-on-one and small group intervention for students who need targeted support with reading, writing, or math.
A 4-week intensive every July through READ Learning Center. Orton-Gillingham curriculum alongside engaging activities for 1st through 12th graders.
About Leah Skinner
Dyslexia Educator, Advocate, Mother and Founder
As the mother of five neurodivergent sons, Leah knows firsthand what it takes to find the right learning environment. She founded READ Academy to help students with dyslexia and other learning differences thrive academically and emotionally. A Certified Dyslexia Therapist with an M.Ed. Dyslexia Specialization and doctoral candidate in Reading, Literacy, and Assessment, she brings over 20 years of experience in structured literacy and dyslexia intervention.
DYSLEXIA ASSESSMENT
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to Start?
You’re not alone. A comprehensive dyslexia assessment provides the clarity your bright child’s future deserves. Stop guessing and start knowing – schedule a dyslexia assessment now .
Parent Reviews
Our Reviews
Daniel K.
Thankfully READ Academy is now a place where those who learn differently can go, and finally thrive from 3rd – 8th grade + I hear high school as well in the near future! They use an evidence-based curriculum and have truly passionate teachers, which helps students develop both academically & personally to reach their highest potential. You can reach out to schedule a tour now too, they’re finally open!
Lori B.
Courtney H.
Wendy M.
Sandra F.
Molly M.
Laura L.
Nicole Oehmke
Lisa
Great new school!
Courtney
Nicole Miller
I enjoyed it a lot. Thank you!
McKenzie Patterson
Josh & Dawn Dietz
Tammy Marie Allen
Amy
Wendy Melemed
Robert Patterson
Amy Brown
I really liked being able to have the teachers talk about what they do and how it’s different
Janine
Excellent presentation! Really helped me to better understand what a dyslexic person deals with daily.
Dawn Dietz
Shila Ortiz
Lisa Loschiavo
Amazing group of educators dedicated to helping dyslexic kids thrive in school.
Sandra Fried
Amy de la Salle
Sacramento is very fortunate to have a small school that can educate children with dyslexia, dysgraphia and/or dyscalculia.
Brett Spaid
Amazing! I am so impressed. My son, Grayson, loves going to school again and is excelling. Grayson’s confidence is back.
Brian Starbird
Great School
Erin Myers
The teachers and staff are the most caring you’ll ever find. The confidence they foster in our kids is invaluable.
Amy Michelle Brown
She loves Read Academy so much, she begged me to tale her to summer school! The teachers get her.
Kelly M Jackson
Read educators know how to teach our student in a way he understands and enjoys.
Elena McFadden
Brian Starbird
Mason really enjoyed it this summer at READ.
Brett D Spaid
Great teachers and the Principle Is wonderful.
Barbara Wright
Cheri Chichizola
Laura Beth Weissbart
I thought it was a great talk and very helpful. Thank you!
Paul Hadley
Terrific presentation – very helpful information from true experts in the field
Jennifer
My child is getting appropriate academic support at Read Academy and is succeeding.
Melisse Moran
This school is helping my child achieve a better future.
Amy D.
Kelly Ambriz
Jennifer Mincks
I wish it was 5 days a week for more learning for the kids
Barbara Casa
Daniel Grant
Dawn Dietz
Marshie M Allen
Andrea Arneson
Tina Perry
David Weller
Kelly Ambriz & Steven Cooper
Renee Johnson
WHITNEY NORTHON
Paul Hadley
Jennifer Mincks
I’m so grateful for everything they have done for my daughter. I love this school.
Barbara Jackson
Michelle Peters
Joseph Juarez
Dean Thompson
Amanda Juarez
Dean Thompson
Thanks for all the great work you do!
Dawn Dietz
Molly Messner
Faith Merino Riley
Laura Graber
Blog post & News
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News And Blogs
Our articles bring our curriculum to life, connecting numerous academic disciplines. We integrate both audio and visual content to deepen the learning for every reader.
Do You Know These 3 Common Learning Disabilities?
Leah Skinner2026-04-02T10:07:10-07:00March 20, 2026|Comments Off on Do You Know These 3 Common Learning Disabilities?
How Dyslexic Minds Are Shaping Our World
Leah Skinner2026-02-25T09:36:49-08:00February 25, 2026|Comments Off on How Dyslexic Minds Are Shaping Our World
The Science of Summer Learning Loss and Dyslexia
Leah Skinner2026-02-24T08:42:17-08:00January 19, 2026|Comments Off on The Science of Summer Learning Loss and Dyslexia
Sacramento Multisensory Structured Learning: Tools to Unlock the Mind of a Dyslexic Learner
devteam2025-12-30T02:42:52-08:00December 30, 2025|Comments Off on Sacramento Multisensory Structured Learning: Tools to Unlock the Mind of a Dyslexic Learner