Summer Programs
McKinna Learning Academy’s summer program is designed to help students practice necessary skills such as writing and math, in preparation for the upcoming school year. After evaluating your child’s skills, we create a personalized program using evidence-based teaching techniques honed to your child’s needs.
This 4-week program (Mondays-Thursdays) strengthens reading, writing, and math skills for elementary students in a fun, creative, and supportive environment.
Each student is assessed on the first day to determine her/his skill level in all three academic areas.
Choose your 4 weeks
Classes begin June 22 and run through August 13
Monday-Thursday, 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Tuition $3,360 (for 4-week session)
Elementary Academic Skills: Reading, Writing, and Math
Middle school is challenging and moves fast. Our 4-week program helps current middle schoolers build the skills they need to excel.
We focus on developing study techniques and organization systems, as well as managing summer reading assignments, strengthening math skills, and developing five-paragraph expository writing skills.
Choose your 4 weeks
Classes begin June 23 and run through August 7
Monday-Thursday, 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Tuition $3,360 (for 4-week session)
7th and 8th Grade
Middle School Skill Builder
Help your child make a smooth transition to middle school. This 4-week program prepares incoming 6th graders by developing study techniques and organization systems that will start them off on the right foot on their first day of middle school.
In addition, we help students manage summer reading assignments, strengthen their math skills, and develop five-paragraph expository writing skills.
Choose your 4 weeks
Classes begin June 22 and run through August 13
Monday-Thursday, 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Tuition $3,360 (for 4-week session)
Get Ready for Middle School
All classes take place at:
McKinna Learning Academy
28990 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90265
Virtual Classes are available upon request.
The Social Spark Lab is a warm, engaging social-skills program designed to help students develop confidence in communication, friendship, and self-expression. Through a playful yet structured approach, students learn how to navigate real-life social situations while strengthening expressive language skills in a supportive environment.
Students are placed in small groups of 2–4 peers, allowing for individualized support, meaningful interaction, and strong peer connections.
Who it’s for
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1st–2nd grade
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3rd–5th grade
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Middle school
4-week session
Meets twice per week
Core skills we build
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Turn-taking and conversational skills
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Perspective-taking and flexible thinking
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Emotional awareness and self-regulation
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Problem-solving and conflict resolution
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Self-advocacy and confidence using words
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Expressive language through guided discussion, role play, and collaborative activities
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Learning how to read social cues, listen actively, express thoughts and feelings clearly, and respond appropriately in both structured and natural social settings