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Luminary Learning Academy

Enrichment and Support for Kids and Teens in Southern California: Every Kid Has a Light.We Help It Shine.

Enrichment, learning, and support for kids and teens ages 4 to 17, with deep experience serving children with autism, ADHD, and other developmental needs. And every child is welcome in every program.

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SDP Friendly Vendor
Serving 6 Southern California Counties
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Our Approach

Three things we hold to in every session, with every family.

We See Kids as Kids

Not a diagnosis, not a case file. Every session starts with who your child is, what they love, and how they learn.

Independence Is the Goal

Every session builds skills your child carries into real life. Confidence, focus, communication, and pride.

Your Culture, Your Plan

We honor each family's traditions, language, and values, and we tailor services around them.

Our Services

For kids and teens, joyful skill building. For parents, clarity and support.

For Kids & Teens

Chess Lessons

One on one and small group chess led by Coach Lev or his assistants, drawing on 15 years of competitive play.

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Art Lessons

Drawing, painting, and hands on projects that give kids a voice when words are hard.

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Music Lessons

Rhythm, listening, and expression through instruments and song.

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Tutoring

Academic support tailored to how each child learns.

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Fitness and Sports

Movement, coordination, and healthy routines.

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Respite Care

Trusted, engaging care for you and your child to help overwhelmed parents.

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For Parents

Needs Discovery

We get to know your child and your family, understand your goals and challenges, and identify which programs and services fit best.

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SDP Planning

Work with your Self Determination budget to provide for the services and invoicing.

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Network Connections and Budget Support

We connect families with trained independent facilitators who meet DDS requirements, with professionals who will help build spending plans and work with your FMS, and with qualified professionals who provide independent education evaluations.

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Meet Coach Lev

Coach Lev played competitive chess for 15 years before turning his energy to teaching kids. He saw how much children with autism and other developmental needs thrived, and he built Luminary Learning as one place where kids grow and families get real help.

"We see kids as kids. Not a diagnosis, not a case file."
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Who We Serve

Kids and teens ages 4 to 17. We specialize in supporting children with autism, ADHD, and other developmental needs, as well as those who are non neurodivergent. Everybody open to learning is welcome.

How to Pay for Services

Self Determination Program

Use your SDP individual budget to fund our services. We are an SDP friendly vendor and we can help you build a spending plan that fits your goals.

Private Pay

Prefer to pay directly? We accept Zelle, Venmo, and cash. Details and scheduling are on the Contact page.

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Tell us about your child and we will recommend the right starting point. Most families hear back within 24 to 48 hours.

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