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Orinda Academy (Orinda, CA)

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Dec 2012

My son attends the Orinda Academy. He transferred to Orinda Academy from a public high school. Orinda Academy is a small school which takes great care in the education of its students. My son is dyslexic and dysgraphic and Orinda Academy has done everything to accommodate his needs and also to teach him how to use the technology available to address his issues with reading and writing. I have found that everyone at the school from the head of the school Ron Graydon to all of the teachers to be very accessible and to do their best to meet the needs of the individual students. The school has a college preparatory curriculum and strict accountability for work to be completed. I am confident that my son will be well prepared to attend college following graduation from Orinda Academy. I would suggest to any parent whose son or daughter may benefit from a smaller school to carefully look at Orinda Academy. The other convenient aspect of Orinda Academy is that it is close to the Orinda Bart station. My son took Bart to and from OA and it worked out very well for everyone. OA parent

Oct 2012

We are considering Orinda Acadamy for high school (9-12) for our son. On the academic side it appears to be just what he needs. I've read the past reviews and they address that well. (he has mild LD, but is smart and engaging.) It's the social side that I would love to hear about. The current 9th and 11th grades have 17 kids each, the other 2 grades have 24 each, if I remember this correctly. What are the kids like there? My son is very open to kids, but is a bit immature and doesn't read social cues well. He always seems to make new friends but doesn't sustain them. Are there enough kids at the school that he will find somebody? Are there any cliques, possible even in a small school? What happens when kids have a falling out? What about dating? If you don't mind, I would love to talk directly with some OA parents. Thanks linda

My son graduated from Orinda Academy recently, and your description of your son and his social skills sound a lot like my son when he entered OA. The social scene at OA was very nice for him. The majority of kids are very open and sweet and supportive of one another, and I didn't see evidence of cliques. He had had trouble making friends in middle school, and made some good friends at OA. Romantic relationships can be difficult because the school is so small that when you break up, you can't avoid the other person. This caused some anguish. On the whole, though, I thought that the supportive social environment was one of the best things about OA. Anon

Dec 2011

Does anyone have current information about Orinda Academy. We are considering it for our son. The census seems to be down, but that could be due to the economy. Or it may be due to something else that I am unaware of. I want a school that will give him interesting peers and a solid education. I am attracted to the hands on approach by the teachers etc. Any comments are appreciated. Thanks Lamorinda Mom

Orinda Academy has been a great school for our daughter - she's been there for three years now. The teachers are very good, really work with each kid who wants/needs help and are extremely good on feedback. They do a progress report for every student every 2-3 weeks that gives concrete suggestions and updates that's been really helpful for our daughter who can see clearly where she's doing well and where she needs to focus more. They have a number of clubs, social get togethers and a good variety of off campus activities including an ''Educational Adventures Week'' in the spring with 6-8 choices for the week ranging from travel out of the country, Plays in Ashland, Oregon, community service, photography, etc. Compared to other small schools we've also found the best balance of creative choices- art, drama, dance, music. I think enrollment for many smaller schools who don't want to grow into a large private school is hard given the economy. We think the school is a great choice. Clearly there's not the social environment of a big campus but that's also a plus for many kids who need a kinder environment where they aren't lost crowd. Happy to be at Orinda Academy

Hello. I have a senior at Orinda Academy. He started the summer before 9th grade. We are very very grateful for this school. Our son is a sweet, gentle, smart kid with learning differences. He has always been young for his age and naive about other kids, their motivations, etc. We had him in a variety of private and parochial schools trying to address his learning needs, but when bullying became the issue, he became a home schooled kid. After three years of that, he was hungry for social interaction and wanted to go to high school; he ended up at Orinda Academy. The teachers have been amazingly warm, thoughtful, and not least, good teachers. The curriculum has kept him challenged and he has done well. With many schools in our area, the comfort of the student is entirely lost in the name of competition and fierce academics. I am quite confident that our son has gotten a good education and more importantly, his interest in learning and his confidence in his ability have all improved. When social problems have arisen, and they have been few, the school responded appropriately and speedily. Although the tuition is high, it is sadly what it takes to educate a child in a private system. What is most fortunate about Orinda Academy is that we got all the benefits that we would expect in a private system; good academics, excellent individual support, happy and inclusive community, and an accepting place for a sweet, happy but maybe not mainstream boy. Good luck with your school search. r.

Orinda Academy is an incredible school. In fact, we are so grateful to the school that we are continuing to make an annual donation even after our son has left the school. (This is also why I'm motivated to write in here. I have absolutely no investment in providing this info other than that I want other kids to benefit the way my son did.) Orinda Academy provides a lovely, nurturing environment, and the class sizes are intentionally small. Because of the small size of the school, kids get a lot of interaction right through the grades - which provides a wonderful sense of freedom and flexibility. Our son is very smart, but he was an expert at sliding under the radar and getting straight back to his computer. OA has a level of structure that makes this behavior noted and reported - without at all coming across as a 'police state.' I'd send your kid there - he'd be lucky to be in this wonderful community. PK

We sent our son to Orinda Academy for 9th grade because his behavior in 8th grade at King MS led us to believe that he did not have the self control, confidence nor interest in anything besides getting high to able to make it at Berkeley High. Presently, he is in a therapeutic boarding school in Montana. We are learning about his experiences at OA as he ''discloses'' in his current program. At OA, he regularly embezzled funds from his cafeteria fund by convincing the cashier that he needed the cash back to get home on BART and convincing us he was starving so we replenished his account weekly. He used that money to buy drugs. We also learned that he left school nearly every day after lunch. The school never called us and, in fact, he got his best grades in those afternoon classes. (At the same time, the teaching faculty was fantastic and went out of their way to meet with us and try to help him pull it together.) My beef is with the structure of the school that promises a better eye on kids than you get at a larger school, but actually allowed our child to get away with a great deal of truancy (at least BUSD leaves a phone message). His drug problems became worse and we were fearful that his behaviors were leading to juvenile hall or death, so we resorted to sending him away. He is now doing well, but I can't help but wonder what might have happened had he experienced 9th grade elsewhere. been there

Orinda Academy was a wonderful school for our son, an intelligent young person with significant learning disabilities and an extremely asymmetric academic profile. Prior to attending Orinda Academy, he was often teased and bullied by his peers, and generally overlooked or dismissed by teachers, as not intelligent until the spring of the academic year, if at all. Ernest and likable enough, he nevertheless had a great deal of trouble completing his homework, keeping track of his possessions, and following directions. Throughout elementary school, I worried about his future. He attended OA from the seventh grade throughout high school.

He's now a very successful junior in college, managing his coursework at two campuses of a consortium of schools, TA-ing two courses, largely supporting himself with a campus job he loves and some freelance projects. He's identified, applied for, and completed prestigious internships in different cities each summer, while living on his own, and will do so again next summer.

Orinda Academy helped our son grow up, respecting him and us, his parents, while assisting him to use his strengths to manage his weaknesses and become a competent, confident, independent and realistic adult. He is still in touch with several of his teachers from the school, occasionally meets one for lunch when in town, and drops in to visit the school once a year. Sure, there were some bumps along the way, but it was overall a wonderful high school for someone like him. Grateful OA Parent

March 2011

Re: Choosing a high school for our daughter
If you're looking for a small school environment, good teacher support and communication, confidence building for students and really important school feedback for both students and parents Orinda Academy is a good choice. You should visit and talk with students and faculty. It's a few blocks from BART in Orinda so is good for many students from Oakland/Berkeley who take Bart. We've especially appreciated, as parents, a progress update every 2-3 weeks that each student gets. It's really helped our daughter stay focused and those that are falling behind know quickly. The report is emailed to parents as well. It's been good for building our daughter's confidence in many ways. Thanks... Orinda Academy Parent

Feb 2011

We are beginning to think about high schools for one of our children who has some learning differences, primarily in executive function, as well as some social/emotional challenges. We've been looking at various 9-12 schools, public and private, and at this point feel well-versed in various schools' approaches to learning and social/emotional differences. We know that we will need to find an environment that has a blend of academic AND social/emotional structure and support. And we've found that the most crucial place for that structure/support is in the classroom, with the most crucial practitioners being teachers rather than learning support staff. That said, can anyone weigh in about the faculty at Orinda Academy -- in terms of their ability to differentiate instruction, their training (past and present) in working with students with learning differences, and the support that they receive from administration and other staff in that work? It seems clear that the school's overall philosophy and approach is inclusive and supportive of students with differences, but we are curious how that actually translates into the classrooms. Thanks! Deliberating Parents

I have a son who has been at Orinda Academy for four years. He has very strong and supportive relationships with most of his teachers, and they have almost all been very responsive.

The one area of frustration for me is that we have shared information with the school about the accommodations our son needs, and the school doesn't seem to have a system for making sure that all of the teachers understand his needs and provide accommodations. For example, he has dysgraphia and needs to do all of his work on his laptop. Time and again, teachers have in-class worksheets that require handwritten answers, or assignments and tests that are not adapted to the laptop. When we remind teachers about the accommodations needed, they always do it. But it feels like we shouldn't have to go over the same ground constantly, especially at such a small school where one would expect communications would be easier.

That said, I feel like the school is making much more of an effort to be friendly to students with learning differences. I suggest that you start off with a plan to implement accommodations, and check in periodically.

My son also has executive function problems, and OA has been great at helping him. He's now a senior, gets all of his work done without intervention from his parents, is on the honor roll, and has been accepted to several colleges. When he started in 9th grade as an extremely disorganized and demoralized kid, I never thought that would be possible. Anon

I am writing in response to a question posted Feb. 4th about Orinda Academy, a small college prep independent high school in Orinda, Ca. My son, a junior, has been at OA for 3 years. Orinda Academy has been a great school for my son. This is a fantastic school that provides the structure that empowers students to take responsibility for their learning. Within the classroom teachers really care about the student and are willing to provide extra time and extra assignments to help all of their students succeed. For example if your child isn't a good test taker, he/she will need to take all classroom tests (as is appropriate), but then the teacher will provide ways that your student can do other kinds of assignments (more fitting to their personal strengths) and then be able to beef up their grades. I've found teachers always respond to any concerns that I have in a timely manner and are always willing to work with my son. OA gladly takes students with Learning Differences as long as they are willing and motivated to do the work and will meet the teachers half way. I believe their motto of 3 rings, teachers/students/families working together is absolutely true. My son has been incredibly successful at Orinda Academy and is looking forward to a successful college path after next year. Most importantly he feels smart, and valued and has learned how to take responsibility for his own education. SB

Jan 2011

We are a two mom family interested in Orinda Academy for our child. Does anyine have any experience with this school- positive or negative- regarding the environment of inclusivity around LGBT families? PLease let me know your thoughts even if they don't seem significant. Any observations or reflections about this issue would be valuable. Thank you.

My son goes to OA, and he has a terrific group of friends who are gay, straight and transgender. He's straight, and he thinks that it is completely unremarkable that he has such a diverse group of friends -- which I think is wonderful. The school provides a very welcoming and accepting community for the kids.

I can't recall if I have met any LGBT parents at OA, but given the diversity of the students and the acceptance of the school and community, I would think that an LGBT family would feel just fine. Carrie

May 2010

Re: Looking for a High School for unhappy Orinda teen
Dear Rebecca, I think Orinda Academy may be perfect for your teen. It has a warm and nurturing environment; all the classes are conducted in small group learning environments; the school has an active anti-bullying policy; and the school actively follows a pre-college curriculum, with many strategies in place to assist kids who have LDs. It is not a charter or public school, but truly, the vast number of families at OA are there not because they are wealthy, but because they have found the very best environment for their teenagers. I am a teaching professional with a PhD and I understand something about creative learning. I have been delighted with Orinda Academy, where our son has flourished and where he actually WANTS to be at school. You could contact the director, Ron Graydon (Ron@orindaacademy.org), or the Admissions Officer. I'm also including my email address in case you want more info from me. Good Luck! Philippa

Take a look at Orinda Academy. They have a good arts and dance program, classes are small and students get to know their teachers. Also, the kids at the school are really nice and supportive of one another. Good luck. OA Parent

June 2009

Re: Student with mild aspergers looking for high school

Orinda Academy has many students with a variety of special needs, including Asperger's, and caters to them with small classes, lots of individual attention, careful academic monitoring, and efforts to build a supportive, accepting community. The school just doesn't like to position itself as a special needs school. This baffles some of its parents and pleases others. Visit for a day. Summer school starts soon, if it's not already in session. Summer school is a little different from the regular academic year, and gets a somewhat wider spectrum of students, but visiting now will still introduce you to many of the teachers and several of the regular students who are either making up missed work or getting ahead, and the general style of the place. If you like it, your daughter can visit for a day, too, and can shadow a current student. The administration can connect you with some of the Parent Group Board members, to answer specific questions from a parent's point of view. -Happy OA parent of successful LD kid

My son is at Orinda Academy and we couldn't be happier with the school. The philosophy of the school is that the very small classes and quick feedback make it possible to accommodate different learning styles while not in any way compromising a pre-college curriculum.

As for your daughter's mild asberger's, my advice would be to go to the school and ask for an interview with the head of the school, Ron Graydon. He is an extremely principled person who is not going to tell you that the school is right for her unless it is. I feel absolutely sure about this. He is very experienced and wise in terms of not only educational issues, but interpersonal dynamics amongst teens. P

There was a post about Orinda Academy in the last 'parents of teens' newsletter (see 'Happy OA parent of successful LD kid') in which the writers said the school has many sudents with a variety of special needs, including Aspergers. I am a member of the parent group board and have run this post by the director of the school, Ron Graydon. Ron mentions that in the entire school there is only 1 student with very mild Aspergers, and that well-meaning posts like this one misrepresent the school's mission and student body. If your daughter is looking for a special needs school that specifically addresses Asperger's students you might consider Orion Academy in Moraga, or Springstone School in Lafayette. For a special needs education (not specifically Aspergers) you might try Sterne School in San Francisco or Star Academy in San Rafael (SA caters for grades 1 through 10). Orinda Academy provides an excellent, inclusive college prep environment for a diverse range of students, and it strives very well to accommodate moderate learning style differences and to provide a positive and supportive culture where all students can work to their potential. It has been hugely successful for our son, who is very bright but has focus issues. P

I want to offer a suggestion to the parent looking at Orinda academy for their child with mild AS. I think that it is very important to the administration to protect their school from having a reputation for having LD children and the response from the director reflects that. It is not however in my opinion (as the parent of a child attending Orinda) that it was a typo. Orion is better suited for child with severe LD issues. Orinda could be an excellent choice for milder LD issues. It would depend on the issues your child faces. It is very small and most of the children have some type of concern that brings them to the school. The teachers are caring and available to work out individualized learning plans that can maximize your childC",b"s success. I think it is an excellent option that should be considered. I'm sorry that the administration shies away from acknowledging that. Been there parent

June 2009

Re: Help in Choosing a Private High School?
This isn't answering exactly the question you posed, about finding a counselor to help find an appropriate middle private school for your kids, but it does address the underlying question, from someone who's been there. Our son, who graduates high school this week, had an IEP in elementary school, and an asymmetric academic profile, with significant, quirky handicaps. Along the way and at a similar juncture to yours, we looked at several schools, including: The Community School (now the middle school at Park Day -- a great community with a developed curriculum of social responsibility, but not quite the right fit, unless we provided outside support), Orinda Academy (the best fit for us), The Archway School (small), Gateway High School (public school focused on LD kids, in SF, open to all in Bay Area, by lottery, do not need an IEP to apply), & Drew (high school in SF). We looked at many more.

Any school can be uneven, and Orinda Academy was sometimes, too, but it also offered some truly inspiring teachers and academic opportunities. for the most part, teachers there, were on our son's side, every day. They cared. Additionally, a few unique programs & processes in place there were crucial to his ultimate success: 1) most teachers encourage and give credit to students who revise work to correct errors, or produce another draft, of any assignment and often even tests; 2) teachers meet the students where they are, academically, and begin there; 3) students with incomplete homework must attend study hall the following day; 4) many classes have students from multiple grades; 5) the administration is flexible, within reason, about accommodating unusual academic requests; 6) there are written progress reports from every teacher, every two weeks; while some comments are perfunctory, many are not. Good luck. :-)

March 2009

Re: Considering alternatives to public high school
Consider Orinda Academy for your teen. Small class size with a lot of individual attention, responsive teachers, nice kids, accepting community. My son is a sophomore there, and is thriving. Anon

Feb 2009

I am a parent of a child at Orinda Academy, a small independent school in Orinda, California. This is a wonderful small school for bright, college bound students, who thrive in a nurturing, structured, high school environment. Class size is small, students and parents have access to teachers and the administration values a diverse student body. This school has been a great fit for my son and I speak with experience as a teacher (at another school) who has had one child attend public school and now has one child in private school. I am writing this letter because many perspective parents and students are unaware of how excellent and wonderful this school is. If anyone would like more information about Orinda Academy from a parent who is currently involved with the school, I would be glad to speak with you. S.

Oct 2008

Re: High School for learning disabled teens
Take a look at Orinda Academy (private, in Orinda), The Gateway School (public, in SF but accepts kids from all over the Bay Area, through a lottery system), and Drew (private, SF). Also check out the Parents Education Network, or PEN, a tremendous resource, sponsoring lectures, workshops and a well maintained website: www.parentseducationnetwork.org .

Orinda Academy is not specifically for kids with learning disabilities; but they do have a learning specialist on staff and make an effort to accept and accommodate varied learning styles. Classes are small and kids can participate in multiple grade levels simultaneously to match their skill set (e.g. 12th grade English and Algebra I in the same year). Most classes use a mastery learning system, in which grades can be improved by making corrections. Mandatory study halls for those who do not complete homework encourage development of good study habits. -OA parent

Feb 2008

I would like to add to the dialogue about Orinda Academy. Our son is there this year as a ninth grader. The reason we sent him there was that we were concerned about his potential to skate under the radar at public school. We knew that he needed an environment that was both structured and creative, as he is a very smart kid who will think of a million different reasons for playing computer games rather than aiming for the As of which hems capable. The school has completely met our expectations. Itms small, and most of the teachers are fully dedicated to unlocking the potential of every student there. Amazingly, my son said last weekend, 'I don't look forward to weekends so much any more because school is so much fun.' When I asked him what makes this so, he said that the teachers structure their classes so that learning is incredibly productive and fun. The teachers at Orinda Academy are also very cognizant of learning differences and of the need to keep kids with LDs at grade level q but they organize their classes so that such accommodations donmt compromise the college prep curriculum in any way. Kids are expected to perform to their full potential, and the teachers will be on them like a flash if they slack off. PK

Dec 2007

Can anyone give me a current recommendation for Orinda Academy? I have visited the school and so far am impressed and believe their mission statement and that the teachers really care about the students learning and their various learning styles. I would also be interested in hearing from parents that have switched their kids from another independent school that also had an upper school to Orinda Academy. Thanks!

My son just started Orinda Academy as a 9th grader this year, after being at an independent K-8 school. So far, it's been very good. Classes are small, and the school provides strong support for my organizationally-challenged son. The support they provide is designed to help the students learn to be more self-sufficient, and I really see it working. I also appreciate the fact that we receive progress reports with letter grades and comments from all of his teachers every two weeks. Teachers are generally very responsive. Socially, he seems to be doing better than he was at his previous school. Kids are open and the school community has a welcoming feel. The small size is mitigated by the fact that students make friends across all grades. The commute is easy from Berkeley/Oakland (the majority of kids at OA live in 510, the rest in 925): my son commutes on BART every day, as do a lot of other kids. The downsides: the campus is only so-so and there aren't as many activities available as there are at some schools. But for our son's needs, OA is a good fit. OA Parent

Our son is at Orinda Academy this year as a ninth grader. The reason we sent him there was that we were concerned about his potential to skate under the radar at public school. We knew that he needed an environment that was both structured and creative, as he is a very smart kid who will think of a million different reasons for playing computer games rather than aiming for the As of which he's capable. The school has completely met our expectations. It's small, and most of the teachers are fully dedicated to unlocking the potential of every student there. Amazingly, my son said last weekend, 'I don't look forward to weekends so much any more because school is so much fun.' When I asked him what makes this so, he said that the teachers structure their classes so that learning is incredibly productive and fun. The teachers at Orinda Academy are also very cognizant of learning differences and of the need to keep kids with LDs at grade level, but they organize their classes so that such accommodations don't compromise the college prep curriculum in any way. Kids are expected to perform to their full potential, and the teachers will be on them like a flash if they slack off.

Nov 2006

Does anyone have recent experience with Orinda Academy? We are looking at it for our 8th grade son. He has some learning issues and could benefit from the high student-teacher ratio, but I don't know if the very small size of the school is considered a disadvantage by the kids who go there. I visited, and liked the teachers and students.
Anonymous

My son spent two years at the Orinda Academy, and it was a good place for those two years. I would be happy to discuss our experience directly with the person inquiring.
Leslie

Nov 2006

I am considering Orinda Academy as a possible high school for my shy, socially awkward son. Although I'm interested in hearing anything parents can share about their students' experiences at Orinda, I'm particularly interested in hearing more about the students' social environment and whether it would be tolerant and/or welcoming for shyer, ''uncool'' students. Thanks
Shy kid's mom

Orinda Academy is an absolutely fabulous school. They provide a warm, nurturing environment while also providing a high quality academic program and small classes. My daughter has been at OA for four years and I have been impressed with the teachers and administrators throughout her tenure at the school. It is an ideal school for a shy student because the kids seem to look out for each other and they have a community atmosphere. It is a manageable social environment, not too overwhelming for someone who is shy. Definitely go visit, and/or give me a call if you want more information. Karen

One of the reasons many of us, parents and students, have been attracted to Orinda Academy is that it is a socially safe place for students who are not out going and socially are square pegs trying to fit into round holes. My son was able to blossom socially with his new found pals who shared many of his same interests - mainly video games and anime (spelling?). I also gave an extensive response in the November 3 newsletter.

October 2006

i would like to hear from parents of orinda academy students to get their take on the school. one of my son's teachers has recommended orinda academy as a good fit for him so i would like to find out more about the culture and environment. my greatest concern is that it has an alternative high school feel. i want to make sure that the environment is also a good fit for him. i am also curious if they have a bus available to students in the east bay (berkeley/oakland area). thanks for your feedback.

Our son has been at Orinda Academy since mid-7th grade. He is now a junior. I wouldn't consider OA an alternative school. It is a small school, 125 students grades 7-12. Class sizes are very small, averages around 11. Because it is small one-on-one attention and direct interaction with staff is excellent. Our son is receiving a good, solid education in an atmosphere that is encouraging and supportive. The program has built-in study halls that many parents say is worth the price of tuition because it lessens or takes away the homework arguments. One of the most common things students say about the school is how friendly fellow students are and how safe & secure they feel at OA. Another plus when you go to OA is that because the school is small, if you want to play a sport or be in the school play - you can! There is a student council, school dances, variety show, clubs, trips, cafeteria, homework club, etc. The campus is composed of 3 buildings and the use of a nearby play field. OA is just up the hill from the BART station. From there students walk to and area where the parents who drive their students pick up the ''BART'' students in a casual-carpool manner and drive them up the steep hill. After school they walk to the station (10 minute walk). Over 50% of the student body live on the west side of the Caldecott tunnel like we do here in Oakland. Feel free to contact me directly with more questions or visit the school's website at orindaacademy.org
Dena

Feb 2006

Our son is thriving in his first year at Orinda- it is very small and that has the obvious pluses and minuses but they are open to looking at your particular child's learning needs. We have a lot of contact with his teachers and can work things out as they come up rather than learn about the problems at the end when receiving a report card. I would be happy to share our experiences with you.
drjess

Feb 2006

Re: 12-year-old getting terrible grades - any suggestions?
If you are considering private schools, Orinda Academy might be a good fit for your son. Enrolling grades 7 - 12, it has a homework tracking and accountability system for all students, which somehow depersonalizes the issue and eliminates this issue as a source of friction at home and at school. Late homework earns an ''incomplete''. The ''incomplete'' student must spend their free periods the next day in a mandatory ''quiet'' study hall. Other students, whose homework is complete, elect to spend their ''frees'' in a number of other ways, like in an open-door, more sociable study hall, out on the basketball court, in the lounge, etc. Homework support available in both study halls, to the extent that the monitoring teacher knows the subject. This simple system encourages personal accountability and responsibility, and takes the parents out of the homework loop. Classes are small (12 - 15 students) and an effort is made to respect and accommodate different learning styles. Students may take classes at different grade levels in different subjects. Many enter the program with issues around homework completion, and the system works pretty smoothly to help them take control of the issue for themselves.
Orinda Academy parent

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