Touchstone Learning - Redwood City, California

Anne Lee

Touchstone Learning and its devoted teachers have made a huge difference in my son’s life. Anna has created a wonderful environment for the students that allows them to flourish academically and socially and build their self confidence. After a year at Touchstone, my son is reading at grade level and even more important, is thriving and looking forward to school every day (unlike at previous schools). As a mom, I knew that my son was not learning at a level that reflected his intelligence; the dedicated teachers at Touchstone have met him where he is and provided an environment where his individuality is honored and his academic needs are met. Thank you, Anna, Heather, Emily, Eva, Alexa, and Maria! We are forever grateful.

Susan

I have had two daughters, both of whom have learning differences, attend Touchstone Learning over the past few years. One of the things I appreciate the most about the school is the small class size which allows the teacher, Anna, to address the specific needs of each student. The curriculum also includes plenty of opportunities for the students to utilize their strengths and gain self-confidence and emotional well-being. As a parent, I appreciate Anna's guidance in helping me to make appropriate academic decisions for my children, based on her extensive knowledge and experience in this evolving area. I highly recommend the unique program at Touchstone Learning for any child with learning differences.

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Our son struggled in elementary school in academics, self-esteem and self-confidence. We didn't know why, and the public school teachers and teams couldn't explain to us why. When we finally found Touchstone Learning and met Anna, she clearly explained to us in detail the areas where he was struggling with just one meeting. It was clear this was the right place for him right from the start.

Within a month of joining Touchstone Learning, he changed instantaneously. Suddenly felt like he was similar to others in the class, learning became fun, he was absorbing all the information he learned in class, the topics taught was interesting and taught in a way he understands.

The teachers here clearly care and are passionate about teaching these kids. We have been so happy to see the changes in our son and happy he is in a caring community that can help him.

Becca Ackerman

Touchstone learning is an amazing place!!! Anna is such a joyful, kind, and intuitive teacher. We can't say enough great things about the school.

First off, Anna has tutored and taught my children on and off for the last seven years and it's been such an amazing experience. Whenever we run into trouble with reading Anna has always come through for us. I have 4 children, and Anna has tutored or taught my three oldest. Initially, I met Anna because she taught private after-school reading classes to my children and their friends, as well as, helped my oldest with his spelling due to his dysgraphia. She also taught my second son to read when he was 4 years old (and insisting he would be reading before he turned 5!) My oldest, now in high schoo,l reads and writes beautifully and my second son loves to read and write intricate fantasy stories. Both boys have skipped a grade, and could not have done as well without Anna's guidance.

My third child has attended Touchstone school full time for the last year. (We also know 4 other families whose children have attended Touchstone in previous years and been incredibly pleased with the results.) My daughter was misdiagnosed three times, by 3 different teachers, and it was Anna who was able to diagnose her dyslexia, understand her learning differences, and build her confidence! It was such a relief to finally get answers as to why my daughter wasn't reading and now she has made such amazing progress at Touchstone. She is now reading and feeling great about herself!

We are so grateful for Anna's gentle spirit and extended body of knowledge. She really cares about helping her students and excels at creating a classroom where a love of learning is fostered. She takes time with parents to explain and disseminate information and really goes the extra mile to not only teach the core curriculum, but also create a unique space where the students feel emotionally safe and nurtured. At Touchstone the children not only learn basic academics, but Anna and the other teachers also focus on peer interaction and social skills, including emotional maturity and awareness.

I can't recommend Touchstone enough. If my last child has any issues with dyslexia or dysgraphia we sure know where to go for help! (Please feel free to contact me regarding any specific questions or concerns.)

Heather Renfro

My son attended Touchstone with Anna for 3 years, from age 6 - 9. He is a "twice exceptional" student, meaning he has both a learning disability (dyslexia) and is gifted. Her personalized instruction was invaluable for him. He grew in his skills and, more importantly, regained his confidence after a difficult public school experience. In addition to being very knowledgeable and experienced in teaching students with dyslexia, she is a sensitive and intuitive teacher who makes each student feel successful. She includes high-interest curriculum, artistic projects, and allows for a great deal of student choice. I am so grateful for her influence at that time in his life.

abby kirigin

Two of my children attended Touchstone for elementary school. Their progress was transformational. The teachers are excellent and the tutoring is personalized and woven in throughout the day. I highly recommend Touchstone for all dyslexic learners!

Cynthia Bai

I have two wonderful little kids at Touchstone. Anna is a magical teacher that connects with kids to teach them not just to learn to read and write, but to build their self-esteem, character and social skills unlike any other teacher I have ever encountered.

Lisa Eli

Wonderful, highly personalized learning experience with the highest quality, most dedicated teachers we've ever had. Their philosophy is to teach reading from the very basic building blocks of sounds, and build up from there; exactly what my two dyslexic learners needed.