​Welcome to HillSprings Academy

​HillSprings Academy is a nonprofit learning center that provides tuition-based educational intervention programs for students with learning differences and attention challenges. 
​Our student-to-teacher ratio never exceeds 4:1.

"We empower students with learning differences to become
​confident, independent learners."

READING      •      WRITING      •       MATH

Every academic program at HillSprings Academy provides individualized instruction to struggling students in grades 1-8. HillSprings uses Orton-Gillingham based, multisensory instruction in highly structured onsite and/or online environments.  Students are grouped in small classes of no more than four students per teacher where academic skills can be taught to mastery.  Instruction focuses on strengthening the foundational weaknesses found in reading, written language, and mathematics.  Teachers assist each individual in realizing his or her potential by developing strengths, addressing challenges, and providing successful experiences at the student’s functional level.

Why Choose HillSprings?
HillSprings Academy provides students with learning differences the opportunity to achieve at a level commensurate with their intellectual abilities, to develop self-esteem, and to understand their individual learning styles.  We offer a variety of programs, program delivery options, and scheduling options to meet student and family needs with a focus on increasing student skill level and confidence. Our teachers are well-versed in the methodology of direct instruction and guided discovery.

Our programs meet students "where they are" to help them develop their skills and to grow academically.

Who We Serve

​HillSprings Academy provides individualized instructional programs
​for students with learning differences.

​Typical HillSprings Academy students:

• Have learning differences and/or ADHD
• Have average to above average potential in relation to current academic performance
• Are performing below grade-level 
• Do not have primary emotional or behavioral difficulties

Examples of specific learning differences include, but are not limited to:

• Dyslexia
• Dysgraphia
• Dyscalculia​​
• Non-verbal Learning Disability 

• ADHD
• Executive Function Challenges
• Slow Processing Speed
• Weak Working Memory

Students with other types of learning differences and those who for other reasons have gaps in foundational reading, writing, and mathematical skills might also benefit from our methodology, individualized approach, small class sizes, and supportive environment.  While our Orton-Gillingham based methodology was designed specifically for dyslexia and ADHD, HillSprings believes in extending its reach to a wider variety of learners who may benefit.  

HillSprings Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin or sexual orientation to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin or sexual orientation in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school-administered programs.

Our Programs

A variety of scheduling and program delivery options enable each family to choose the intensity level, subject matter, and learning environment specifically suited to their child.

Morning Program
The Morning Program is our “flagship program” and our most intensive intervention.  Students attend classes for 3 hours per day, 5 days per week.

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Mid-Day Program
The Mid-Day Program is ideal for students needing a less intensive weekly schedule.  Classes meet for 3 hours per session, 2 days per week.  Double enrollment is available for families who desire a 4-day per week schedule.​

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After-School Program
​The After-School Program delivers 90 minutes per session of targeted intervention for students needing assistance in one of the three subject areas (reading, writing, OR math).  Classes meet 2 days per week. Double enrollment is available for students desiring intervention in more than one subject.  ​

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​Summer Program
​​The Summer Program meets 3 hours per day, 5 days per week for 5 weeks.  Many families begin their experience at HillSprings Academy by enrolling in the Summer Program, and then go on to enroll in the Morning or Mid-Day Program in the fall.

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What People are Saying.......

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News & Events

HillSprings is in the news!  See our feature article on Gazette.com and the video of Danae's Fox 21 Living Local interview!

Gazette feature article

Fox 21 Living Local video

HillSprings is Hiring Educators for the
​Morning Program!

Employment Opportunities

Meet Our Team

Meet our team of dedicated and highly skilled educators!

All of our teachers use Hill Methodology, a research-based Orton-Gillingham instructional approach developed and refined at Hill Learning Center in Durham, NC, over the past 35+ years.  HillRAP certification must be completed within the first year of employment, however our teachers have been recruited for their experience in elementary and special education through undergraduate and master’s degrees, and also through public school teaching positions such as Special Education Resource Teacher, Gifted & Talented Teacher, Title I Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach.  Our teachers excel at delivering our specialized instruction with poise, tact, and compassion.  All of our teachers truly care about making a difference in every student’s life!

Meet Our Team