The Transition Academy

Astra Day School is dedicated to fostering an engaging and nurturing environment for children with diverse needs, particularly those with language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional students. Serving children in their formative years, the school's core mission revolves around cultivating both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. With a commitment to individualized learning, Astra Day School employs a low student-teacher ratio, ensuring that each teacher is responsible for no more than five children at any given time. This personalized approach allows for tailored instruction and meaningful connections between educators and students. The school's highly-skilled faculty, most of whom possess advanced degrees in related fields, undergoes extensive mentoring and ongoing professional development to stay abreast of the latest educational methodologies. Astra Day School embraces evidence-based teaching practices that emphasize literacy, numeracy, and social values such as kindness, empathy, and self-awareness. Unique community events further enrich the educational experience, fostering strong family partnerships that enhance the learning journey. By prioritizing a holistic approach to education, Astra Day School stands out as a beacon of support for parents seeking a compassionate and effective learning environment for their children.

Brookside Montessori is a nurturing educational environment dedicated to fostering independence, intelligence, and emotional well-being in young learners. Serving children from early childhood through pre-kindergarten, the school specializes in supporting students with diverse learning needs, including those with language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional students. Founded by Amanda Garner Doering, who has over a decade of experience in Montessori education and yoga, Brookside Montessori emphasizes a holistic approach to learning. The curriculum incorporates practical, academic, and sensorial skills while ensuring ample outdoor time for physical development and exploration. Children enjoy nourishing meals and snacks that promote healthy growth during their school day. What sets Brookside Montessori apart is its commitment to creating a beautiful, love-filled environment where every child can thrive. With a low student-teacher ratio and strong partnerships with families, the school fosters a sense of community that supports each child's unique journey toward readiness for kindergarten or first grade. As the school expands into a newly renovated facility in 2025, it will enhance its offerings and further enrich the educational experience for its students.

The Cornerstones of Care Education Campus is at 9001 James A Reed Road in Kansas City, in the former Archbishop O'Hara High School. It houses a unified K-12 Learning Academy that combines academics with on-site therapy for students working through trauma. The campus includes a therapy suite, a training kitchen for the Seed to Plate culinary program, playground equipment, and a resource center for food, clothing, and other family supports. Build Trybe workforce development and BIST teacher support also operate here. The 2026-27 Learning Academy calendar starts August 24. Agency phones are 816-508-3500 and 844-824-8200.