The news of this leading-edge school opening in Sacramento is so amazing for the community and long overdue! My niece was finding it challenging to learn at the same pace as other kids, so my sister had to do a lot of her own research to get to the real root of it. The reality is, there wasn’t (and usually isn’t) appropriate diagnosis or support for children with dyslexia. Moreover, the “one size fits all” system in most state schools doesn’t work for everyone.
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!

I am so thankful for Read Academy. After moving from Atlanta, where my son was in a OG based dyslexic school I was having a hard time finding a school that stayed current on all the new breakthroughs in DYSLEXIA. Having a child diagnosed “twice exceptional”. I needed to find a school where dyslexic based reading skills would know only be taught in reading but continue throughout all the subjects. We also required a school that keep him active in Math, Science. The staff and teachers not only have the continuing education regarding dyslexia but they understand that each student is unique with different abilities. They used evidence-based curriculum and techniques to bring each student to their highest potential. We drive 35-45 mins each way, because it is best school for my student.

Read Academy has changed my son’s life. He told me he’s learned more about reading in the past two months at Read Academy than he learned in all 7 years at our public school.

My son enrolled in READ Academy as soon as it opened, and we could not be happier. He is thriving thanks to the teachers and staff who support his academic and personal growth. READ Academy provides a nurturing environment where students can grow into empowered and confident learners.

When we first toured the school our daughter was very resisten to the change. Now that she has been there for the summer program, as well as, a regular school year she LOVES it. She has gone from not wanting to go to school, to thriving. Her confidence is higher, not just in school, but also socially. The small class sizes are imperative for learning intervention to work. The reading teachers knowledge and curriculum is so strong. The classes are engaging. The staff is warm, welcoming, and easy to communicate with. I cannot recommend READ Academy enough!

After a year in the day program, my daughter has blossomed, improving academically and behaviorally while developing self-confidence and independence. She has gone from feeling frustrated and helpless to enthusiastic. She has gone from avoiding reading, guessing words, and making spelling errors such as spelling swim “siwm” to learning the logic of the English reading and spelling. I can tell that the teachers and staff care about her and sincerely view us parents as partners which is a huge deal. They provide excellent reading and writing support but also understand that many dyslexic children need support in other areas as well, which they happily provide.

My son started at READ in January 2021. Opening Day! For the first time in his academic experience (he’s 11), he has a lot to tell me about how he’s learning and what he’s learning. He’s really thriving. He’s eager to go to school, engaged with what and how he’s learning and overall a happier child. The school is following COVID protocols so well. I feel like they are all very careful.