Illustrative photoStar Academy - San Rafael
Grades and ages
Grades K-12 & up to 22
Enrollment
81 students
Students per teacher
2.2 per full-time teacher
Tuition
Tuition paid by families or by public school districts via IEP placement; tuition assistance available for privately funded students
About Star Academy - San Rafael
Star Academy is a non-public, non-profit school in San Rafael, California that provides individualized academic instruction to students with learning differences from third grade through post-high school. Founded in 1990, the school serves approximately 80 students each year who are bright and motivated but face challenges in areas such as dyslexia, language processing, executive function, ADHD, high-functioning autism, and social communication.
The program features multi-sensory instruction aligned with California content standards, small classes, and daily access to specialists including speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, literacy specialists, and counselors. Students may pursue a diploma or certificate of completion. A Post-High School Program for ages 18-22 partners with College of Marin to support continued academics, independent living skills, and transition.
Families may enroll privately or through public school district placement via an IEP. The school is WASC-accredited and draws students from multiple Bay Area counties.
Student fit
Who this school serves
Grades and ages
- Private
- Elementary (K-5)
- Middle School (6-8)
- High School (9-12)
- Young Adult (18-22)
Learning needs supported
- Dyslexia, phonemic awareness, reading fluency, and/or reading comprehension
- Auditory processing
- Expressive and/or receptive language
- Working memory and sequencing
- Math
- Writing skills
- Dysgraphia
- Physical coordination, gross or fine motor skills
- Self-esteem and anxiety
- Executive Function
- High Functioning Autism (HFA)
- Nonverbal Learning Differences
- ADD/ADHD
- Social thinking and behavior, social communication, awareness, and the reading and interpretation of nonverbal cues
Learning and support
Curriculum and therapeutic services
Services and supports
- Speech Language Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Orton Gillingham method of Structured Literacy Support
- Multi-Sensory Language Therapy
- Social Communication and Social Skills Groups
- Emotional Wellness (mindfulness)
- Assistive Technology
Programs
Programs at Star Academy - San Rafael
Other programs and supports
- Speech Language Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Orton Gillingham method of Structured Literacy Support
- Multi-Sensory Language Therapy
- Social Communication and Social Skills Groups
- Emotional Wellness (mindfulness)
- Assistive Technology
School facts
Practical details for families
- Students per Teacher
- 2.2 per full-time teacher
- School Year
- 200 days
- Student Body
- Coed
- Religious Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
Accreditation and licensing
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Tuition and funding
Tuition: Tuition paid by families or by public school districts via IEP placement; tuition assistance available for privately funded students
Enrollment
81 students
Visit us
Location and directions
Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Star Academy - San Rafael
Who does Star Academy serve?
We serve students with learning differences including dyslexia, auditory processing challenges, language disorders, dysgraphia, executive function difficulties, ADHD, high-functioning autism, and social communication needs from third grade through post-high school.
What grades and ages are served?
We serve students in grades 3 through 12 and offer a Post-High School Program for ages 18-22.
How do families enroll or place a student?
Families may apply directly for private enrollment or contact their public school district for placement through an IEP. We handle district contracts and tuition directly.
Is tuition covered by districts?
Yes, students placed by school districts through an IEP have tuition paid by the district. Privately funded families pay tuition and may apply for assistance.
What therapies and supports are provided?
We provide Speech Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Orton-Gillingham structured literacy, multi-sensory language therapy, social skills groups, emotional wellness support, and assistive technology as part of each student's individualized program.
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