Vision, Mission, and Core Beliefs

Bridges Academy Austin is an accredited private PreK-12 school offering comprehensive education and specialized instruction in dyslexia, dysgraphia, dual exceptionalities (gifted/2e), and other learning differences.  Students at Bridges Academy Austin average two years of academic growth per year.  

VISION: To unlock the doors of learning for all students.

MISSION: Bridges Academy Austin is an exceptional school for exceptional learners. Our mission is to help students maximize their potential through evidence-based instruction and interventions.

CORE BELIEFS

● Through evidence-based, individualized education, students maximize their potential.

● Students are encouraged to excel in their areas of strength while working on their areas of need.

● We remediate the student’s areas of need while also providing access to the core curriculum.

● We can accomplish more through our model of small classes with a low teacher-student ratio.

● Data informs instruction, which means we assess our students to pinpoint their instructional needs and plan instruction. We track progress throughout the year.

● Students with dyslexia require structured, multisensory instruction in phonics and phonemic awareness.

● Gifted learners require instruction that offers advanced breadth and depth at their learning pace.

● Teachers are experienced and trained in advanced techniques to deliver the highest quality of instruction.