Admissions for The Learning Center
The Learning Center (TLC) provides a highly individualized instructional program for students with language-based learning differences: dyslexia (reading), dysgraphia (writing), and dyscalculia (math). Children who qualify for TLC demonstrate difficulty in reading, spelling, mathematics, handwriting, organization of written language, or any combination of these areas.
Apply for the 2025-2026 school year
The Learning Center serves students in grades one through eight.
The Learning Center specializes in supporting qualified students who have language-based learning differences like dyslexia (reading), dysgraphia (writing), and dyscalculia (math). Children who are admitted to Almaden Country Day School who also demonstrate difficulty in reading, spelling, mathematics, handwriting, organization of written language, or any combination of these areas may qualify for TLC services. Please see “Eligibility for Admission,” below.
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ELIGIBILITY FOR ADMISSION
Admission to The Learning Center is determined based on:
(1) Successful application to Almaden Country Day School (Please check The Learning Center as the program you are applying to on the application)
(2) Results of a required neuropsychoeducational (neuro-psych) assessment administered by a licensed educational psychologist within the past 3 years.
Please Note: The only diagnoses served by The Learning Center are language-based learning differences. However, we understand that 30% of those with dyslexia have a secondary diagnosis of ADHD. The TLC serves children whose primary diagnosis is a language-based learning difference.
TLC Application Process
- Arrange for your child to receive a neuropsychoeducational (neuro-psych) assessment administered by a licensed educational psychologist. We will accept assessments administered within the past 3 years prior to your application to ACDS.
- Submit application to Almaden Country Day School.
- Review shadow student information and schedule shadow visit.
- Complete tuition support process - if appropriate.
- Complete all checklist items on the application timeline.
TLC Admissions Timeline
Admission to The Learning Center is on a space-available basis and may occur at any time during the school year, once all application requirements have been met.
Tuition Support
Tuition Support is available for applicants who qualify. See our Tuition Support guidelines for more information and to start the process.
Possible Tax Deductibility of TLC Tuition Payments
Parents should confer with their tax lawyer or accountant about the rulings and regulations of the Internal Revenue Code, along with other applicable laws, to inquire about possible tax deductibility of TLC tuition payments.
The Learning Center is a member of the International Dyslexia Association.