Roberts Academy at Mercer University

Roberts Academy
at Mercer University

A Transitional School for Children with Dyslexia, Grades 2-5
Preparing students with dyslexia to achieve academic success and restoring their love of learning

Modeled after the very successful Roberts Academy at Florida Southern College and using a clinically proven approach to equip students for success, the Roberts Academy at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia is a transitional school for children with dyslexia.

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What is dyslexia?
How can I help my child?

Many parents are surprised, confused, and overwhelmed when their bright, curious child struggles to read. That's why we've collected the most common questions parents ask about dyslexia along with clear, factual answers.

FAST FACTS

The Roberts Academy Advantage

Low student/teacher ratio, not exceeding 12 students per classroom

Explicit, structured and multisensory language approach

Daily diagnostic and prescriptive teaching

Structured practice and immediate feedback

Intentional handwriting instruction and vocabulary development

Academy News

Her confidence has blossomed! She now knows she isn’t dumb, she just learns differently. It’s ok to make mistakes. Her anxiety level is down and she doesn’t cry every morning and evening or stress for weeks about testing.
Heather Mattox
5th grade parent
Knox has made a lot of good friends in his class and comes home and talks about what he did at school. Before, he did not like to talk about school, his classmates and could not remember his classmates names. He is comfortable at Roberts and feels safe there.
Betsy Griffith
2nd grade parent
Roberts is the correct fit, course work, and type of educational experience our child needs to grow and overcome her dyslexia.
Lindsey Swift
4th grade parent
You should consider Roberts Academy to give your child their opportunity to learn and thrive in an environment with skilled teachers who love and care about each student and their future success. It is a life changing experience for the entire family.
Katrina Paulk
2nd grade parent
Your child was given a superpower, they just need the right key to unlock it. If they had a gift to be a star musician or athlete, you would want to give them the right lessons and support. Give them the school experience that will grow them into the amazing creative thinkers they were created to be.
Heather Mattox
5th grade parent
Roberts Academy is a place where children with dyslexia thrive--most of all because they are given the resources they need, in the way that they need them, tended gently and compassionately in an environment of continuous care, support and celebration. It's not just a school, it is a community--a place where students' boundless potential is encouraged and empowered to be a force for good in the world.
Trey Lyon
3rd grade parent
Roberts Academy is building their students' be successful academically. The teachers are also building the students' self-esteem, giving them confidence and helping them to learn to advocate for themselves.
Betsy Griffith
2nd grade parent

Academics

The Academy provides a comprehensive educational program and curriculum for students with dyslexia in grades 2 through 5.

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Smiling child in a classroom

Admissions

Roberts Academy at Mercer University is dedicated to preparing talented students with dyslexia to succeed in a traditional classroom setting and thrive beyond school.

Latest Blog Posts

Dyslexia Resources

Suggested reading and additional resources.

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