https://www.theheightslearningacademy.com/about daily 0.75 2025-08-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1626192670445-BXISP628MK24Y1RG7M53/IMG_8795.jpg About https://www.theheightslearningacademy.com/home daily 1.0 2026-02-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/747e6274-7d33-4b14-995a-e13307656531/Izzy.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1626192971556-GAPUOYOWTI03UDS30LWF/IMG_8554.jpg Home - “There is not a day that goes by that we aren’t immensely thankful we selected The Heights Learning Academy for our son.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/7e0b5cc9-bf68-4fce-ba3c-35c2f30e5496/9.JPG Home https://www.theheightslearningacademy.com/testimonials daily 0.75 2023-07-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/74403bcf-184d-407d-90fb-08dff77102fc/IMG_2710.jpeg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/0e49c979-29a0-4747-84ec-95dbf3c2251b/IMG_1894.jpeg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/9a91f609-8051-42e6-8025-47590ec27a34/Aceyn+Price.jpg Testimonials My husband and I had the opportunity to enroll our son in several “top notch” Pre-K programs in Long Beach/Seal Beach, and there is not a day that goes by that we aren’t immensely thankful we selected The Heights Learning Academy for our son, with Ms. McLaughlin at the helm. Ms. McLaughlin’s energy is everything you could ever want for your child—kind, nurturing and vibrant—and most importantly, her enthusiasm and love for learning is absolutely infectious. Ms. McLaughlin sets clear, challenging (yet attainable) goals for each student, fostering confidence, trust, and a genuine eagerness to learn. While keeping the best interest of her entire classroom forefront, Ms. McLaughlin is simultaneously able to tailor her lesson plans to the interests of each individual child to help them progress and achieve in a manner that is meaningful and motivating to them —it is so magical to watch my son and all of his classmates excel with enthusiasm! Her curriculum is well rounded and the perfect balance of learning, listening, moving, community, science, Spanish, confidence building and FUN (there were many days at pick-up I wished I was a student for the day!). The amount of planning and effort Ms. McLaughlin puts into each hour she spends with her class shows itself in spades. Her communication with parents is unparalleled—photos, texts, emails and continual evaluations of your young scholars progress! I have every confidence that the Heights Learning Academy is the best choice we could have made for our son, from both and educational and emotional prospective. Thanks to the incredible path Ms. McLaughlin has set forth for our son… Kindergarten, here we come!! -Sidney and Steve Price https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/89dafbe8-e450-4ca9-8dfe-fe28e4da1224/IMG_1520.jpeg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/a08dd010-4637-410c-bc30-e0d9b8b8dd1b/IMG_5764.jpg Testimonials https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1625016918455-JGUJMWKTP3IBZU2DXRY1/C481C2A9-00F3-4226-93AB-DF093788DFC9.jpeg Testimonials - “Her skill level to teach, communicate, and create the most wonderful classroom and learning environment is very rare..” Laura Adams— Every now and then, and sometimes only once in a Child’s life, does one meet a teacher such as Melissa Mclaughlin. Her skill level to teach, communicate, and create the most wonderful classroom and learning environment is very rare. Needless to say, we are beyond grateful Dylan was able to have her as his teacher for his Kindergarten year. She will meet the child to where they are at, and find the way that child learns and run with it. Dylan has excelled and been so motivated because of her! We are so lucky to have had Ms. McLaughlin! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/dc5492e0-4427-44f0-bfd6-458bde8b843d/Remi+Ross.jpg Testimonials - “The world would be a better, kinder, and more loving place if every 4 year old got to start their education journey with The Heights Learning Academy, where they learn to build confidence in themselves and foster meaningful relationships with others.” Ms. McLaughlin is the most incredible educator we could have ever dreamed of for our daughter, Remi. She makes learning FUN and her individualized approach to teaching really meets each student where they are and keeps them engaged and interested. We have seen incredible progress in our daughters academic achievements but especially in handwriting. Ms. McLaughlin has a way of keeping the kiddos interested and excited to learn through the many fun art projects, movement activities, field trips, Spanish class, and science experiments! Our daughter has learned SO MUCH academically it is amazing to see her progress from week to week. She even comes home and teaches my husband and I a thing or two… :) While academics are important to us, the thing that drew us in to The Heights Learning Academy is the trust I have in Ms. McLaughlin. From the moment I met her I knew she was invested, caring, genuine, and compassionate…. All traits very important to me as I would be trusting her to care for our daughter for a big chunk of the day. As a mama, we hope to find a space our children can thrive and feel safe in and she provides just that. Remi feels free to be herself and Ms. McLaughlin helps further foster the qualities we value in our home: kindness, inclusivity, active listening, and confidence! Remi continually asks to stay for aftercare because she truly loves Ms. McLaughlin so much and wants to spend time with her. The relationship she develops with her students is one of a kind and the small class size makes that possible! Her commitment to teaching the kids the many things they need to learn to be prepared for kindergarten while allowing them to grow into the individuals they were meant to be is remarkable to witness! I wish I could shout from the roof tops the positive impact she is not only making on Remi but on all her kids… if you have the opportunity to be a part of Ms. McLaughlin’s school… DO IT! The education has far surpassed any expectations we had for our daughters learning and we are so happy we chose Ms. McLaughlin to help shape our daughter into the amazing little human she is becoming! THANK YOU Ms. McLaughlin- we are FOREVER grateful to you! -Lauren and Logan Ross https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1624567188152-VWCWB1I3VWKE6AG79SGH/image_6483441.jpeg Testimonials - “Melissa's passion for education is simply contagious.” Mandy Johnson— I cannot imagine the last year of our life without Melissa McLaughlin. She provided the inspiring, nurturing, positive energy that our daughter needed to transition into Kindergarten, grow and succeed. Melissa grew a love of learning in our child into blossomed joy. Mae now wants to challenge herself and improve. Subjects that used to intimidate her, I now find her genuinely excited to practice. Melissa's passion for education is simply contagious. Under her care Mae has learned everything from Writing to Math to Spanish and we have learned what our girl is truly capable of. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1624567313221-HFYOUAMZXJFPLPXBDE52/image3.jpeg Testimonials - “Under Ms. McLaughlin’s tutelage, we have watched our son’s confidence skyrocket.” Julia and Stephen Wucetich— Ms. McLaughlin has a gift. Her passion for teaching and love for children shines through her classroom. When COVID-19 shut the world down and we were approached to join a learning pod for Kindergarten, we were skeptical. We wanted some sort of in-person social interaction for our son, but weren’t sure more learning was what he needed. However, what he has learned is much more than math and literacy and is most definitely invaluable. Under Ms. McLaughlin’s tutelage, we have watched our son’s confidence skyrocket. Ms. McLaughlin encourages kindness and community in her classroom which fosters learning on all levels. She sets clear, high, attainable expectations for her students and believes in her students’ abilities to do more. She is warm yet firm, enthusiastic, dedicated, and authentic and we would recommend her to anyone one looking for a safe, welcoming, fun and challenging environment for their young student. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1625016974282-X6PBGNPIZ605HUNEPBFM/tempImageZmnBEo.gif Testimonials - “Braxton came home daily excited about the art projects he did and what him and his friends learned.” Ryan & Rachel- With Kinder starting this past fall and no word about in- school learning, we were very stressed out that Braxton would fall further behind with his reading and writing skills. We were then invited to be a part of the pod where Ms. McLaughlin was teaching and we really were not expecting much. We went into it just wanting Braxton to get the social interaction he was missing, but this past year with Melissa has exceeded our expectations in so many ways. She has academically helped our son gain confidence in English and math, getting him to the level he needs to be. She has also taught him so many wonderful things about history and science. Braxton came home daily excited about the art projects he did and what him and his friends learned. Given the chance all over again we would 100% put Braxton in a classroom with Ms. McLaughlin https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/bacd8756-2670-4bdc-abb3-2d6368bf1553/Livia+Miller.jpg Testimonials - The Heights Learning Academy is an incredible find! “The Heights Learning Academy is an incredible find! Melissa has such warmth paired with a dynamic teaching style and deep pedagogical knowledge. This year, our daughter has made huge gains with reading and writing as well as socialization, particularly important coming out of the pandemic. Livia begs to stay for extended day and has developed great friendships with her classmates.” Emily & Matt Miller. “Ms. McLaughlin is so nice! She helped me with my reading and math and now I am a good pro at it. I could be a class helper and there is an outside play area, where we could play outside. And there are cool art and science projects, like when we made unicorn hair, volcanos, and crafts on the water cycle” Livia, age 4 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1625105639311-HFSWQ9RDOSLXUII57TSL/B61B4EF2-A000-406B-AC3A-C28D4B246DEE_1_201_a.jpeg Testimonials - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1624567742527-M9GAE5IRKVRJBQ95NN20/IMG_1386.png Testimonials - “Miss McLaughlin’s additional expertise and certifications in speech therapy have been a godsend for my daughter’s development and confidence.” Ryan and Lisa Fogg- It has been a joy to have Miss McLaughlin care and instruct my child. Melissa embodies the perfect blend of love and kindness intertwined with discipline and expert teaching skills. My daughter started a Kindergarten POD with Miss McLaughlin, shortly after being treated for a correctable case of hearing loss. My daughter was both “developmentally behind” and lacking confidence in her own abilities. In short time, Melissa has been able to elevate my daughter’s abilities. Miss McLaughlin’s additional expertise and certifications in speech therapy have been a godsend for my daughter’s development and confidence. This dual ability, to control and care for a full classroom, while simultaneously attending to my child’s special needs, has earned her my greatest appreciation and admiration. Any child and his/her family will be blessed to have Miss McLaughlin as a teacher or tutor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1624568110675-MZMCNMF2MDMTFBA8VKFS/IMG_9326.jpg Testimonials - “The techniques that Melissa uses are amazing” Chris and Dianne Livingston-My son Preston is 6 years old and we have been using Melissa for speech therapy since March. It is now June, and he says words that I can understand. The techniques that Melissa uses are amazing! For example, she plays games that help him learn and he has no idea he is learning at the same time. She has patience and always has a smile on her face. Thank you for being amazing! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1625106027680-YIJE3UACZFAJGQWWJ5KW/5F82B2AB-95B0-49A1-98DF-4A7266537E57_1_201_a.jpeg Testimonials - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1625105764608-PDP3BMZ5FKON9HX6VIUY/22B1D16A-0F17-42DC-9D67-8ACFC48F201E_1_201_a.jpeg Testimonials - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.theheightslearningacademy.com/tuition-payment daily 0.75 2026-02-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1625106552755-E3S7FS3K0J3YKNKNRI5V/D4847D24-26FA-4AE5-A68E-372474F0E255.JPG Tuition & Payment - Hours: Monday - Friday Regular School Hours 8:00 AM- 1:00 PM Drop off is between 8: AM and 9:00 AM Extended Day Hours 1:00 PM- 5:00 PM Pick up is between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM For information and preview of classroom, please e-mail theheightslearningacademylb@gmail.com OR text (916)-220-0912 to set up an appointment. What’s Included? - Diverse Age-Appropriate Curriculum taught by a California credentialed teacher - Keepsake crafts/art projects - Student Supplies (With Registration Fee) - Field Trips for student (I.E. Tanaka Farms, Irvine Christmas Railroad, El Dorado Nature Center, Aquarium of the Pacific, Fire Station"). - Holiday parties and themed activities - Parent-Student Appreciation Nights - Special Guests - Birthday celebration for your child - Professional Cleaning of Classroom - Graduation Party https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1625106401864-MAFOTO4D6GOB5VNF3K3W/7B6263E0-CD52-493C-81B9-613C309A0E27.JPG Tuition & Payment - Tuition: $1, 200 per month 8 AM to 1 PM Monday-Friday + $450/Month extended care (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM) + $35/day for daily drop in extended care $625 per month 2 Day- Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM $875 per month 3 Day- Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60d36472c030be3a4f90c0e7/1624564209774-OA02VS24KVKLPKR5OJED/book-child.jpg Tuition & Payment - Private Tutoring On site Tutoring Rates: 1 student $65/hour 2 students $80/hour ($40 per student) 3 Students $90/hour ($30 per student) 4 Students $100/hour ($25 per student) Our tutoring is a full hour with a credentialed teacher. 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