Where Passion Meets Education
Empowering Individualized Education for E
very Child
Welcome to Great Oaks Learning
At Great Oaks Learning, we believe every child deserves an education as unique as they are. Whether your learner is elementary-aged or high school, or has special developmental or learning differences, we’re here to meet them where they are and help them grow. We are not just a school — we are a community of lifelong learners, devoted educators, and families working together.
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Why Famies Choose Great Oaks
Individualized Learning Plans
With our licensed special-education teacher and leadership team, each student is given instruction, support and goal-setting based on their needs.
Inclusive & Supportive Environment
We welcome students of all abilities and backgrounds, offering micro-school options, tutoring, homeschool consultations, and IEP/504 support.
Services for Real Life
From art and project-based learning to core academics, our programs are designed to build confidence, competence and joy in learning.
Empowering Families
Our founder brings over 20 years of experience in special education, holds a master’s degree and an education specialist certificate, and understands both the jargon and the heart behind IEPs and 504s.
Micro-School & Tutoring Options
Afternoon micro-school sessions for 2024-25, tutoring for K-12 (online or limited in-person), and specialized services like proof-of-progress evaluations and IEP/504 review
About Us
Our Mission
To empower each student to reach their full potential — academically, socially and emotionally — through an inclusive, individualized education model that leaves no child behind.
Our Philosophy: We know that no two students are the same. Some learn differently, some have unique challenges, some crave a more flexible, hands-on approach.
At Great Oaks Learning, we build the program around the student — not the other way around.
Our Leader
Our founder (licensed special education teacher, master’s in Special Education, Educational Specialist certificate) has been working with learners from birth through high school, holds autism-studies training and is advancing her credentials in the Barton Reading System. She brings both professional expertise and personal understanding (as a parent of a child with special needs), meaning we don’t just teach learners — we advocate for them.
Recognition & Community Impact
We are honored by our Smithfield/Isle of Wight community for our dedication to learning and inclusion. Thank you for trusting us with your children’s growth and believing in our mission.
Client Testimonials
Sarah was my son's teacher. She is upbeat and interactive! She was able to get him engaged and excited to do various activities that he normally wasn't interested in such as painting and art work. She made everything fun and exciting! She is caring, patient, and very understanding of children's varying needs.
Jessica R.
We really cannot say enough wonderful things about Sarah and Great Oaks Learning. Not only is our daughter making significant strides with reading, but she actually LOVES tutoring and looks forward to it everyday. This is really a testament to Sarah’s ability to make meaningful connections with her students and keep the material engaging. We feel so fortunate to have found Great Oaks Learning.
Nicole and Neal Blake
Sarah was incredible to us when she helped us out with our kiddo. We were uneasy at first with the program to which he was assigned, but when someone gave us a glowing review of Sarah (who we had yet to meet, but were told that Sarah would be in charge), it gave us the push we needed to try it out. And boy were they right about her! She has been a tremendous help for our son and so positive and down-to-earth approachable. Another great aspect of Sarah is that she really appreciates how hard it can be to be a parent in a situation like ours, because she has been there too. We can't say enough great things about her. We will treasure her always, and we're certain that anyone else would say the same.
Doyle A.
Programs
Micro-School
Starting at $250/mo
(Ages 6 and Up / Grade 1-12 equivalency)
We are pleased to offer 2, 3 or 4 afternoon session options for the 2024–2025 school year. Students of all abilities are welcome. Instruction covers language arts, math, science, social studies and more, with each learner supported at their individual level.
Tutoring
Available online or in-person (limited), our tutoring services cover:
30 min. session
starting at $30
Offered online or limited in-person sessions
45 min. session
starting at $40
Offered online or limited in-person sessions
60 min. session
starting at $55
Offered online or limited in-person sessions
Homeschool Services
Proof of Progress Evaluations
$50-$75
Portfolio reviews, test proctoring
IEP and 504 Support
Basic
$50
Includes IEP review and critique, notes for additional student support needed.
Deluxe
$150
Includes IEP review and critique, personalized consulting to include goal setting for the child, and meeting support if needed.
Other special education services
Other services, including in-home sessions and consultations will be priced on a case-by-case basis. Contact us for more information!
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