Orinda Academy is a private school in Orinda, CA, specializing in support for students with ADHD, dyslexia, and anxiety in grades 8-12.
Orinda Academy provides a structured and supportive educational environment for bright students in grades 8-12. The school is specifically designed to serve students with mild to moderate learning differences, including dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, and anxiety. With a small student body of 36 and a 7:1 student-to-teacher ratio, the academy ensures that every student receives the personalized attention necessary to navigate academic challenges.
The academic program features a full-time Learning Support Specialist and offers accommodations tailored to individual learning needs. Students can engage in a rigorous curriculum that includes honors-level courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and literature, as well as AP Calculus AB. Beyond the classroom, the school offers a variety of electives and clubs—such as Stage Band, Art, Sign Language, and Psychology—alongside organizations like the LGBTQ Alliance and Student Council to foster social development and leadership.
Orinda Academy is a nonsectarian, co-ed institution in Orinda, CA, with a rolling admissions process. The school is accredited by WASC and CAIS, and its graduates frequently attend prestigious universities across the United States and Canada. While the annual tuition is approximately $50,952, the school provides financial aid to about 20% of its students.
At a Glance
Grades8-12
Students36
Class Size7:1 ratio
Tuition$50,952
Fin. Aid20% receive aid
Est.1982
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1982 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $50,952 |
| Total Students | 36 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 11 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 35 |
| Average Class Size | 7 |
| Grades Offered | 8-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Gina Corsiglia |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 60 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 20 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 18 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Accommodations for Mild to Moderate Learning Differences DyslexiaDysgraphiaADHDAnxiety
Advanced Courses
Honors American LiteratureHonors BiologyHonors ChemistryHonors Literature and CompositionHonors PhysicsHonors SpanishHonors US HistoryHonors World History
AP Courses
AP Calc AB
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Book Club · LGBTQ Alliance · Student Council |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) · California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Average SAT Score | 1187 |
Is this your business?
Claiming is free. You can correct your contact info, hours, and description so families see accurate details.
Claim This Listing