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Get to Know Our Unique Academy—Virtual Tour

30 Jul, 2024

  At Lindamood-Bell Academy, we develop sensory-cognitive processing as a foundation to help students read, comprehend, and do math to their potential. Why is this important? Because students need high-functioning sensory-cognitive processing to learn how to think and reason. They then apply their new abilities to not just school content, but life.   Our highly…

At Lindamood-Bell, We Offer Learning Services that are as Unique as Your Child!

19 Jul, 2024

Lindamood-Bell is your partner in education. In addition to our one-to-one instruction, we offer learning support that is tailored to your child’s unique needs.   Group Instruction at Lindamood-Bell: Our group instruction model is designed to cater to students’ diverse learning needs by providing tailored educational experiences in a collaborative setting. We use our founders’…

Lindamood-Bell Academy Offers a Better Way to Learn

7 Nov, 2023

  Attending school at Lindamood-Bell Academy can bring your child more satisfaction and success at school, whether in person or live online. Our engaging, evidence-based instruction and individualized curriculum provide a better way to learn.   We’ll build a strong foundation that enables your child to thrive in the future. Make the switch now for…

Emily Hoffman, Director of Lindamood-Bell Academy

27 Oct, 2023

Emily Hoffman, the Director of Lindamood-Bell Academy, joins the podcast to explore our unique school and showcase the achievements of our students. Lindamood-Bell Academy is a K-12 private school. We combine Lindamood-Bell’s instructional expertise with a full curriculum. Our personalized school environment is an excellent solution for students who thrive in a flexible, non-traditional learning…

Ready to See Your Child Succeed Like Never Before?

25 Oct, 2023

  Is your child struggling in traditional school? We offer the flexibility your child needs. With Academy’s rolling enrollment, you can switch schools at any time. Get a customized program designed to be the best fit for your child’s success.   Especially now, the personalized approach to school at Lindamood-Bell Academy is ideal for many…

[Podcast Episode] Dr. Ronda Beaman, Director of Fit2Learn, Lindamood-Bell Academy

19 Sep, 2023

Dr. Ronda Beaman(“Dr. B”) discusses Fit2Learn, a new addition to Lindamood-Bell Academy. Research shows the value of movement in learning, retention, and academic success. Fit2Learn aims to provide engaging, high-quality fitness classes emphasizing and reinforcing Lindamood-Bell instruction. Dr. B’s awards and certifications include training and certification from the prestigious Cooper Clinic in Dallas, Texas, and…

Transform Your Child’s School Year

8 Aug, 2023

  Worried about learning loss or the “summer slide?” Whether your student has always struggled or is experiencing difficulty with academics for the first time, our Learning Center can help. With Lindamood-Bell instruction, your student can catch up or get ahead before the fall, potentially making years of progress in a matter of weeks. Our…

Social Connections at Lindamood-Bell Academy: It’s Easy to Make Friends

22 Mar, 2023

  Your child deserves a dynamic interactive school experience where they will thrive. The Academy’s positive and caring staff will create an individualized learning plan for your child’s unique learning needs. And, whether live-online or in person, your child will have the opportunity to form close, social connections with their classmates. “My favorite part of…

Meet Bentley, an Academy Success Star!

26 Jul, 2022

Bentley had experienced years of struggle in school and foster homes. He made little academic progress despite being a social, happy child. Most of the schools focused on behavioral control instead of cognition and skills. Bentley was facing a challenging future—until he came to Academy. The Lindamood-Bell Academy is a unique in-person or online accredited…

Lindamood-Bell Academy Virtual Open House

25 Mar, 2022

Watch our Lindamood-Bell Academy Virtual Open House video to learn more about how Lindamood-Bell Academy is a school like no other. Get Academy Strong! Our Academy is a K-12 private school where we develop underlying learning skills and provide a full curriculum. We offer tuition packages and individualized instruction to fit your child’s needs and…

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Considering online homeschooling for your child? There’s a lot to think about beyond curriculum and flexibility.

How will instruction be personalized? Will your child have live interaction with teachers? What kind of support and school community will they have? And will the program help strengthen the learning skills they need to succeed?

Our new guide explores what families should consider when comparing online homeschool programs and how Lindamood-Bell Academy approaches learning from home.

Read Online Homeschool Programs: A Guide for Families at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
New Podcast Episode!
Tom Mendoza, Co-Director of Lindamood-Bell for Schools, and Deci Douroux, Professional Development Mentor Presenter, explore how developing concept and numerical imagery can help close math achievement gaps.
They discuss a three-step instructional approach that moves students from hands-on experiences with manipulatives to imagery and language, then to computation and problem-solving. Learn how this approach can support stronger number sense, mathematical reasoning, and confidence.
Listen and subscribe at the link our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial
What’s the difference between Lindamood-Bell and Orton-Gillingham?

Our latest blog article explores the similarities and key differences between these approaches, including Lindamood-Bell’s emphasis on developing the sensory-cognitive processes that underlie reading, spelling, and comprehension.

Read the full article at the link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
🎧 New Podcast Episode: A Parent’s Perspective on Lindamood-Bell Live-Online Instruction for Dyslexia
In our latest podcast episode, a mother shares her son’s journey with dyslexia and the impact personalized instruction had on his reading skills and confidence.
Through a combination of live-online and in-person reading instruction at our Learning Center, he developed the skills he needed to make meaningful academic progress.
Hear his story and his mother’s perspective on their Lindamood-Bell experience.
👉 Listen to the full episode at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
🍂 Fall workshops are here, educators!
Strengthen your teaching with live-online workshops grounded in the cognitive science of learning and aligned with the science of reading and structured literacy.
• Practical strategies for reading, comprehension, and math
• Support for students with dyslexia, ADHD, and autism
Save 10% with code 26READY2LEARN10.
Reserve your spot through the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
Dyslexia is complex, but understanding its causes can help parents and educators make informed decisions about support. Our latest article explores what research tells us about dyslexia, common misconceptions, and the evidence behind effective intervention. Read more at the link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
What is phoneme awareness, and why does it matter for learning to read?

Many people know phoneme awareness is important, but fewer understand how it fits into the bigger picture of reading development. Our latest blog explains what phoneme awareness is, how it differs from phonics, signs a student may need support, and why successful reading depends on more than phoneme awareness alone.
Whether you're a parent or educator, this guide offers practical insights into the sensory-cognitive functions that support reading.

Read the blog at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
🎥 Now Available On-Demand: Why Some Students Thrive in Smaller Learning Environments: Lindamood-Bell Academy

Could a smaller school make a big difference for your child? In this webinar, explore which students often benefit from a more individualized learning environment, how personalized instruction can build confidence and academic growth, and how Lindamood-Bell Academy's flexible approach is tailored to each student's learning needs.
Watch on demand and learn whether a smaller learning environment could help your child thrive.

👉 Watch now at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
📚 Attention Teachers: Back-to-school savings are here!
Strengthen your instruction with live, interactive Lindamood-Bell professional development.
Save through September 30:
✨ 10% off live online workshops with 26READY2LEARN10
✨ 20% off in-service workshops for school teams (10+) with 26READY2LEARN20
Learn more at the link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
Join us for the second session of our webinar series exploring the research, instruction, and outcomes behind meaningful learning change.

Why Some Students Thrive in Smaller Learning Environments: Lindamood-Bell Academy

📅 July 30, 2026
⏰ 10 AM PT | 1 PM ET | 6 PM BST

Could a smaller learning environment help your child thrive? We'll explore which students often benefit from smaller class sizes, how individualized instruction builds confidence and academic growth, and how a flexible curriculum can be tailored to each student's learning needs.

Register for free at the link. If you can't attend live, we'll email the recording to everyone who registers after the event. https://bit.ly/4wtLymN 
Tap the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
As we celebrate 40 years of changing lives through learning, we’re honored to mark another milestone. Thank you, @slochamber, for helping us celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of our San Luis Obispo Learning Center and its designation as our Flagship Learning Center!
For more info tap the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
Every family's learning journey is unique, and we're honored to be part of Jessica's. ✨

Thank you for sharing how Lindamood-Bell Online Instruction has supported your children, Jessica. Stories like yours give hope to parents searching for answers.

Learn more about Lindamood-Bell learning center instruction, available in person or live online, at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
📚Educators: Strengthen your literacy instruction with Lindamood-Bell.

Every student deserves instruction that helps them succeed. Lindamood-Bell® professional development workshops equip educators with evidence-based tools to strengthen literacy instruction and better support students, especially those who need it most.

Our live, interactive workshops are aligned with the science of reading and structured literacy and feature our founders' programs, including Seeing Stars® and Visualizing and Verbalizing®.
Register at least 30 days before your workshop to save 10%. Early registration is the best way to secure your spot, as many workshops fill before registration closes.

View the workshop schedule and register today at the link in bio @lindamoodbellofficial.
🎉 You're invited!

Join us as we celebrate the designation of our San Luis Obispo location as Lindamood-Bell's Flagship Learning Center, a hub for innovation, training, and demonstration that will help advance best practices across our more than 46 learning centers worldwide.

Grand Reopening & Ribbon Cutting
📅 Wednesday, July 22, 4:00 p.m.
📍 412 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA

Families, educators, and community members are invited to tour the learning center, meet Flagship Learning Center Director Emily Hoffman and our instructional team, and learn more about our evidence-based instruction for reading, comprehension, and math.

We'd love to celebrate with you! Learn more at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
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