Finding the right educational environment for a child with learning disabilities can transform their academic future and overall well-being. At  Ignite Achievement Academy, we provide specialized education for students with learning differences in the Croft neighborhood and surrounding areas of Charlotte, NC. Our North Charlotte campus is dedicated to helping students with learning disabilities, language disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, and depression achieve academic and social success.

Specialized Education for Students with Learning Differences in Croft

As a leading Croft learning disabilities school, Ignite Achievement Academy offers personalized education plans, small class sizes, and evidence-based teaching methods designed to help students overcome learning barriers and develop the skills needed for lifelong success.

About Ignite Achievement Academy near Croft

Ignite Achievement Academy's North Charlotte campus, serving the Croft area, specializes in working with students in grades K-12 who face learning barriers that prevent them from succeeding in a regular education program. Our school is conveniently located at 3835 W. WT Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28269, making it accessible to families in the Croft neighborhood and other North Charlotte communities.

Our accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and its parent company, COGNIA (formerly AdvancED), ensures we meet the highest standards for instruction, assessment, and professional development. As a private school serving special needs students in Croft, we pride ourselves on our commitment to helping each child reach their full potential.

Our Approach to Learning Disabilities

At Ignite Achievement Academy, we understand that learning disabilities affect each student differently. Our approach combines decades of educational research with individualized instruction to address each student's unique needs. We follow a comprehensive four-step process:

1. Assessment: We determine the student's current achievement abilities in various academic areas
2. Root Cause Analysis: We identify the core reasons for the student's skill delays
3. Customized Instruction: We develop and deliver a personalized instructional plan
4. Progress Monitoring: We continuously measure progress and adjust the plan as needed

 

This systematic approach ensures that students receive targeted support for their specific learning challenges, whether they struggle with reading, writing, math, or executive functioning skills.

Specialized Programs for Learning Disabilities

Academic Programs for Croft Students

Our academic programs are tailored to address various learning disabilities while providing a rigorous educational experience. For students in the Croft area with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and other learning differences, we offer:

• Elementary and Middle School Program: Combines skill-building instruction with core academic subjects and coaching in organizational skills. Students work one-to-one with teachers and teaching assistants, in small groups, and with their entire class of six students.
• High School Program: Includes standard courses in English, science, social studies, and math, along with coaching in time management, organizational, and study skills. We also create specialized skill-building courses as electives when needed.

Reading and Language Arts Curriculum

For students with dyslexia and other reading-based learning disabilities, we implement research-based literacy programs:

• SPIRE Reading Program: This program provides explicit, teacher-led multisensory instruction based on the science of reading. SPIRE uses intervention solutions to transform beginning and striving students, and those with dyslexia, into successful readers.
• Manus Curriculums: Used to teach and assess students in the areas of grammar, writing, spelling, reading, fluency, and phonics. This curriculum was written specifically to address students with learning barriers and is a multi-year literacy curriculum that uses systematic and explicit lessons aligned to content standards.
• enCORE: A comprehensive core curriculum covering language arts and other subjects, used at our North campus. This thematic cross-curricular program provides instruction at multiple levels and exposure to grade-level standards in a way that's appropriate for all academic abilities.

Mathematics Curriculum

Our math curriculum addresses the needs of students with dyscalculia and other math-related learning disabilities:

• Manus Curriculums: Utilized to teach foundational mathematics skills through high school-level math that prepares students for college and university. This curriculum provides structured teaching methods and assessment to ensure every child is gaining new skills and confidence in math.
• McGraw Hill's Connecting Math Concepts: Used in elementary school and intentionally designed for students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and students with autism. It's designed for students who possess basic math skills but who are working significantly below grade level.
• Additional Math Programs: We use specialized curriculum for financial math, real-world math, and FLAME math for our life-skills classes.

Individualized Learning Plans

Every student at Ignite Achievement Academy receives an Individualized Academic Plan that outlines the curriculum to be used throughout the year. This helps teachers deliver the correct instruction to every student using the right environment and intensity.

Key components of our individualized approach include:

• Learning Objectives: Based on thorough assessment and tailored to the student's current skill level
• Curriculum Selection: Choosing the most appropriate teaching materials for each student's learning profile
• Intensity Adjustment: Setting the right pace and amount of practice for optimal learning
• Accommodations: Implementing strategies that help students overcome learning barriers

The plan is regularly reviewed and adjusted based on the student's progress, ensuring continued growth and success.

For more, visit Our Curriculum page. 

Supportive Learning Environment for Croft Students

Small Class Sizes and Personalized Attention

At Ignite Achievement Academy, our average class size is just six students per teacher, allowing for individualized attention and instruction. This small ratio enables teachers to:

• Adapt teaching methods to each student's learning style
• Provide immediate feedback and intervention
• Create a safe, supportive classroom environment
• Address behavioral or emotional needs promptly
• Build strong relationships with each student

For students who need even more intensive support, we offer one-to-one tutoring and instruction in separate rooms for part of the day.

Structured and Consistent Environment

Students with learning disabilities often thrive in predictable, structured environments. Our school day begins at 9:00 AM and ends at 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, providing a consistent routine that helps students feel secure and focused.

Throughout the day, students follow a structured schedule that includes:

• Classroom instruction with their primary teacher
• Pull-out instruction with a teacher assistant in 1:1 or small group tutoring
• Lunch break and structured recess
• Specialized Friday programming including physical education, art, music, applied science, and character education

This structure, combined with close supervision and frequent teacher interaction, gives students the support they need to build confidence and make steady academic progress.

Technology and Resources

Our 28273 area school provides access to technology that enhances learning for students with disabilities:

• 1:1 Device Program: Each student receives either a laptop or iPad (based on age and ability) to use at school, promoting independence and providing access to assistive technology tools
• Assistive Technology: Tools like text-to-speech, speech recognition, and specialized software for communication and organization
• Digital Curriculum Resources: Interactive educational applications that make learning more accessible and engaging

Technology is used as a supplement for research papers, word processing skills, and other educational activities rather than for online classes or coursework.

Specialized Support Services

Sensory Room

Our North Charlotte campus features a dedicated sensory room designed to provide a calming and therapeutic environment for students who need sensory regulation support. This space includes:

• Soft lighting and flexible seating options
• Balance equipment and therapy tools
• Visual and tactile elements that promote regulation
• Quiet nooks for students who need reduced stimulation

The sensory room offers a controlled environment where students can engage in activities that help them calm down, refocus, and self-regulate.

Integrated Therapy Services

For students who need additional support, we offer:

• Speech-Language Therapy: Our campus employs licensed Speech-Language Pathologists who integrate into classrooms and provide services throughout the day
• Additional Therapy Options: Physical therapy and occupational therapy may be available during or after school hours

Having therapy services integrated into the school day allows us to address learning disabilities comprehensively while minimizing disruptions to academic instruction.

Success Stories and Outcomes

At Ignite Achievement Academy, we've witnessed the transformative impact of our approach on students with various learning disabilities. While each student's journey is unique, we've observed common patterns in their progress:

• Students with mild to moderate learning barriers show significant gains when provided with the right amount of practice and support
• Many students demonstrate between six months and two or more years of progress in reading, written expression, and math within a single academic year
• Students develop greater self-awareness and learn to advocate for their learning needs
• After graduation, our students continue their education at four-year universities, attend community colleges, or complete specialized training to enter the workforce

Our focus on building both academic skills and resilience helps students overcome learning challenges and develop confidence in their abilities.

Admissions and Financial Information

Is Ignite Achievement Academy Right for Your Child?

Our diverse group of students in the Croft area have academic barriers and need both customized instruction and a customized environment. We focus on helping students:

• Improve their ability to learn academic skills and subjects
• Solve problems effectively
• Make friends and function well in a school environment
• Feel productive, competent, and happy

To determine if Ignite Achievement Academy is a good fit for your child's learning needs, contact us to schedule a meeting and campus tour.

Admissions Process

Our admissions process includes:

1. Initial parent meeting with the school
2. Submission of the admissions application
3. Request for records from the child's previous school(s)
4. Arrangement of a possible 'shadow day' for the child
5. Administration of placement assessments and determination of the instructional plan

We are unable to accept students with violent behavior, as our focus is on providing a safe, supportive environment for all students.

Tuition and Financial Aid

For the 2024-2025 school year, the yearly tuition is $26,750. The BEACON program, which offers additional support services, has a tuition of $31,500.

North Carolina families may be eligible for financial assistance through:

• NC Opportunity Scholarship Program: Provides scholarships ranging from approximately $3,000-$7,000 for tuition and fees
• Education Student Accounts (ESA+): Awards scholarships of $9,000 or $17,000, depending on the child's disability

These scholarship programs can be combined and often substantially reduce the cost of tuition. Applications become available online February 1st each year, with a March 1st deadline for priority consideration.

After-School Tutoring for Learning Support

In addition to our full-time school program, Ignite Achievement Academy offers after-school tutoring for students attending other schools who need specialized learning support in the 28273 zip code area. Our tutoring options include:

• Remedial Tutoring: Building fundamental skills in reading, writing, and math
• Subject-Specific Tutoring: Helping students master challenging academic subjects
• Homework and Study Skills Coaching: Developing organizational and learning strategies

Tutoring sessions typically run from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with earlier sessions available for some students. This option provides targeted support while allowing students to remain in their current school environment.

Schedule a Tour Today

Experience firsthand how Ignite Achievement Academy can support your child's learning journey. Contact us to schedule a tour of our campus serving the Croft neighborhood in Charlotte:

North Charlotte Campus

704.302.1143

3835 W. WT Harris Blvd.

Charlotte, NC 28269

(Southeasternmost building, accessed via Brookstone Drive)

Our campus serves students from Croft and surrounding neighborhoods including North Charlotte, Northeast Charlotte, Mallard Creek, College Downs, Derita, Hidden Valley, Highland Creek, Lockwood, Northlake, and Tryon Hills.

Discover how our specialized approach to learning disabilities can help your child overcome academic barriers and achieve success in a supportive, nurturing environment.