The Center for OutReach Education, or CORE, is designed to support students who learn differently beyond the walls of Currey Ingram Academy.
It brings the school's signature evidence-based instruction in a one-on-one format to students who struggle with reading and math but do not attend Currey Ingram Academy. Sessions will be available during or after school hours, either in person on Currey Ingram's campus or online.

Currey Ingram CORE also offers free early reading and math screenings for families concerned about their child's academic skills.

FAQ's

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  • Who can participate?

    CORE is open to students in grades K - 6 who do not attend Currey Ingram Academy but who would benefit from extra support in reading. Students may have been diagnosed with learning differences, but a diagnosis is not required.
  • What skills are targeted?

    CORE instructors will use assessment data to tailor each child’s instructional program to fit their individual needs.  Reading intervention will target all of the major components of reading, including phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.  Math instruction will target computational skills, fact fluency, conceptual understanding, and problem-solving skills.
  • Where will sessions take place?

    In-person sessions will take place in the CORE offices on Currey Ingram's campus. Online sessions will be conducted synchronously via Google Meet.
  • When will sessions take place?

    CORE sessions will be offered during and after school hours. Each session will last for one hour. It is recommended that students participate in a minimum of two sessions per week.
  • How much will it cost?

    Each one-hour session will cost $83. It is recommended that students participate in a minimum of two sessions per week.  Families who reserve a full semester of sessions in advance will receive a 10% discount.
  • How can I sign up my child for a free screening?

    Currey Ingram CORE offers free early reading and math screenings for any student in grades K - 2 in the Nashville community and beyond. Research shows that early intervention is critical for students who learn differently. These screenings are designed to provide
    families who are concerned about their child's academic development with more information about whether their child is likely to encounter difficulty in these areas. A trained Currey Ingram staff member will administer the assessment and discuss the results with
    families, providing individualized feedback and recommending next steps. Reading screenings can be conducted virtually or in person on Currey Ingram's campus. Math screenings are available in person only. Click here to reserve an appointment, and click here for additional information.
  • How do I sign up?

    Registration is open on a rolling basis throughout the year, pending teacher availability. Please complete this form to begin the registration process.

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Currey Ingram Academy is an exemplary PreK-12 day and boarding school that empowers students with learning differences to achieve their fullest potential. Since 2002, the school has been located on an 83-acre campus in Brentwood, Tennessee, just miles from Nashville and Franklin. Families from 33 states and eight countries cite the school as their primary reason for moving to Middle Tennessee.

Currey Ingram Academy is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and AdvancEd/Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI).