Laguna Niguel · Since 1989

Where struggling students become confident learners.

Nearly 40 years helping children with ADHD, autism, and learning differences thrive through personalized education tailored to how they actually learn.

  • Reading
  • Focus
  • Homework
  • Confidence
  • ADHD
  • Autism

Free 20-minute call.

Rated 4.9 to 5.0 across all platforms · 120+ reviews Read what parents say

A teacher and a young student laughing while playing with a ribbon at Armenta Learning Academy
From parents

What parents tell us

Not only have you helped her focus and have more attention, she also loves school again! … Lily enjoys her time with you and comes back to me excited about learning.

Cassandra, parent

Thank you so much for what you've done for my daughter. Not only have you helped her focus and have more attention, she also loves school again! You have helped me in so many ways to make her more successful and happy here at home and in the community. Lily enjoys her time with you and comes back to me excited about learning. She loves you and your school. Thank you Mrs. Armenta!

Cassandra, parent

He has made reading comprehension and reading novels very easy for Ayaan. Now Ayaan loves reading which was his least favorite activity.

Pallavi A., parent

My son has been coming to Armenta Academy for over a year now. Ayaan loves to work with Mr. Smith. He is very kind, patient, and really connects well with Ayaan and other students. He has made reading comprehension and reading novels very easy for Ayaan. Now Ayaan loves reading which was his least favorite activity. I am very happy to see this change in Ayaan. I am so grateful to Armenta Learning Academy and Mr. Smith. I highly recommend this Academy!!!

Pallavi A., parent

Since beginning tutoring with Armenta Learning Academy, we have noticed a change in Lexi’s problem solving abilities and attitude towards school work. … Before our eyes, we have seen Lexi’s confidence grow in correlation with the progression of her tutoring sessions.

Elisa C., parent

Since beginning tutoring with Armenta Learning Academy, we have noticed a change in Lexi’s problem solving abilities and attitude towards school work. Ms. De Silva‘s patience and caring approach to tutoring has fostered a new appreciation for learning. Before our eyes, we have seen Lexi’s confidence grow in correlation with the progression of her tutoring sessions. Armenta Learning Academy has created an ideal environment for children like Lexi, who have attention and focus challenges. As Lexi continues her tutoring with Mrs. Armenta and Ms. De Silva, we are confident Lexi will attain her scholastic potential.

Elisa C., parent

  • 5.0 out of 5 Google 40 reviews
  • 4.9 out of 5 Facebook 31 reviews
  • 5.0 out of 5 GreatSchools 24 reviews
  • 5.0 out of 5 Private School Review 27 reviews

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Sound familiar?

Most parents call us after trying everything they can think of. Here's what we hear most.

Homework battles

Every night ends in tears, bargaining, or both. A worksheet that should take twenty minutes takes two hours, and you're both exhausted.

Reading is a struggle

Your child guesses at words, avoids books, or says reading is boring. You suspect it's harder for them than they let on.

Focus comes and goes

They start strong, then drift. Directions get lost halfway through, and the teacher has mentioned it more than once.

Confidence is slipping

"I'm just bad at this." Your child is starting to believe it, and it's changing how they feel about school.

If this sounds like your home, you're not alone, and nothing is wrong with your child. They need a different approach. That's what we do.

How it works

You don't need to know what your child needs before you call. That's our job.

  1. Step 1: Book a free call

    Tell us what you're seeing at home and at school. In about 20 minutes, we'll answer your questions and tell you honestly if we're a fit.

  2. Step 2: Visit the academy

    Your child meets us in a calm, small setting. We get to know how they learn and where they get stuck.

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  3. Step 3: Get a plan you can see working

    We match your child with the right teacher and write a plan with clear goals. Then we keep you updated, so you never have to guess.

Book a Free Call

Free 20-minute call.

You'll always know how it's going.

The hardest part of getting help is wondering whether it's working. We make sure you never have to wonder.

A written plan

Clear goals in plain language, built around your child, not a template.

Regular updates

The team tells you what we worked on and what we noticed, so you're never in the dark.

Progress you can share

See how your child is growing, and share it with their teacher at school.

Mrs. Armenta, teachers, and students together in the classroom
Who works with your child

Our team

Every student is matched with the right teacher, and the whole team knows your child. When a student is ready for a new challenge, or a match isn't working, we adjust.

Our team is experienced with:

  • ADHD and attention challenges
  • Autism
  • Reading and comprehension
  • Planning, organizing, and finishing work
  • Confidence and frustration with school

Inside the academy

A calm, small space where students can focus. Come see it for yourself on a visit.

Since 1989

A Laguna Niguel academy since 1989.

Families have found us the same way for decades: one parent tells another what helped. We are still small, still local, and still focused on helping each child feel capable again.

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Questions parents ask

Does my child need a diagnosis?

No. Many of our students have ADHD or autism and many do not.

What happens on the call?

You tell us what is going on, and we explain how the academy works. It takes about 20 minutes, and if it sounds right we set up a visit.

When are sessions?

We're open 7 days a week, and we find times that fit your family's schedule.

Where are you located?

28062 Forbes Road, Suite B, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677.

What if my child does not want to come?

That is common, and we plan for it. In our experience, most students settle in within a few visits once they see no one here will make them feel behind.

Excellent educators. High integrity, loving, warm and they get the best results. So glad my daughter is at this academy. Thank you for always giving your very best to us.

Gio M., parent

Let's talk about your child.

A free 20-minute call. We'll listen, answer your questions, and tell you honestly if we're a fit.