Reach for Learning is an educational center providing educational support services for children, adolescents, and adults with academic underachievement or learning problems. We assist students in becoming more efficient, capable learners, to discover their strengths and develop to their full potential.

Description:
Services include: Diagnostic evaluation; individual and small-group tutoring in reading, math, writing, spelling, and other basic academic subjects; organization and study skills; SAT,SSAT,ISEE,GRE,CBEST and other test preparation; Educational consultation and training for individuals, families, teachers, and other professionals interested in learning styles and their effect on the learning process. Summer program emphasizes study skills, math and reading instruction, writing and test preparation. Both individual and small group programs are offered. A program of the Bay Area Learning Disabilities Foundation.

History:
Reach for Learning was founded in 1971 with the aim of developing a center for the evaluation and instruction of individuals with academic underachievement or other academically related learning difficulties. For over 30 years, REACH has been successful in providing quality educational services for East Bay families. At REACH we have developed a unique environment and orientation to learning. We work with children and adults who have difficulty in language development, reading, written language, mathematics, and organizational skills. We work closely with parent, school personnel, and community services to provide optimal understanding and growth potential for our clients.

Contact person: Corinne Gustafson, Director, (phone), (email)
Office fax number: 510-524-5154

Address:

1221 Marin Avenue Albany, CA 94706 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.reachforlearning.org

Directions:

Reach for Learning is located at 1221 Marin Avenue in Albany. We are at the corner of Talbot and Marin: one block from Solano Avenue; one block from the Albany Library and Community Center; four short blocks from. . . (more)   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: North Berkeley & El Cerrito Plaza,   Walk distance (in minutes): 15   Nearest Bus Stop: #43 (Solano), #72 (San Pablo Ave.), 3-5 minute walk