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Collaboration at Oakwood

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Oakwood School serves elementary and middle school students with language-based learning disabilities in the northern Virginia area. For more than 50 years, we have provided specialized, individualized instruction that helps students with learning differences build confidence, master skills, and achieve academic success.

Our collaborative teaching approach is grounded in small-group instruction and flexible grouping to ensure your child receives the support and challenge they need to thrive.

Keep reading to discover more about our student-centered learning model and how our teaching teams work together to support each child’s growth.

Collaborative Teaching Model

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At Oakwood, your child is part of a small, supportive homeroom community with just 7–13 students and two dedicated teachers. We place students thoughtfully, considering age, grade level, and learning profile, so your child is surrounded by peers who inspire and support them.

Each homeroom belongs to a cohort (2–3 teams working together), creating a larger network of teachers and classmates who know your child well. Within this structure:

  • Reading, Written Language, and Math are taught in small groups of just 3–7 students for individualized instruction.

  • Social Studies, Science, and Specials are taught in homeroom teams, fostering collaboration and community.

  • Field trips, assemblies, and activities bring the entire cohort together for shared learning and fun.

This collaborative teaching model creates a safe, nurturing environment where students with learning differences feel confident to take academic risks, ask questions, and advocate for themselves. With intentional staffing, flexible grouping, and ongoing progress monitoring, our teachers can adapt instruction in real time, helping each child grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

Student-Centered Program

At Oakwood, your child is at the heart of every decision. An integrated team of educators, families, and specialists works together to ensure individual growth, achievement, and confidence. We believe strong communication and collaboration create the foundation for success, both in and out of the classroom.

Your child’s support network includes:​​​​​​​

  • Family & Friends – The people who know your child best, offering key insights into strengths, challenges, and interests.

  • Classroom Teachers – Skilled in working with students with learning differences, providing daily academic and emotional support.

  • Outside Professionals & Providers – Therapists, evaluators, and other experts who help reinforce progress.

  • Academic Team & School Administration – Experienced educators and leaders who guide programming and instruction.

Every week, cohort teachers meet with the Academic Team to review student progress, plan lessons, and discuss assessments. These regular meetings ensure consistent communication, targeted instruction, and the right supports to help your child thrive.

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