GreenLight Learning: Helping Dyslexic Learners Reach Their Full Potential
Our Mission: Revolutionizing Dyslexia Remediation
Individualized Sessions
Learners receive personalized 1-on-1 strengths-based support to help children with dyslexia overcome challenges, build confidence, and develop their unique strengths as dyslexic thinkers
Whole-Child Approach
Learners thrive in a nurturing environment that empowers, understands, and celebrates them, boosting motivation, self-confidence, and accelerating literacy acquisition beyond leading competitors
A Mix of Researched-Backed and Innovative Techniques
Using the gold-standard Orton-Gillingham methodology, our proprietary techniques engage and meet the needs of the modern child for effective dyslexia remediation
Our Numbers:
400+
Learners Remediated
95%
Learners Complete Whole Program
99%
Of Learners Achieve Grade Level Literacy Skills
Our Model: Customized Whole-Child Learning Experiences for Ages 5-12
Academic Support
Targeted instruction to improve reading, writing, and spelling skills
Emotional Well-being
Strategies to build self-esteem, resilience, and a positive attitude towards learning
Cognitive Development
Activities to enhance attention, memory, and executive function skills
Our Method: Supporting Academic & Emotional Growth for Optimal Success
- Personalized & Strengths Based
- Addresses Academic & Emotional Needs of Dyslexia
- Enriched Learning Environment & Fun Learning Sessions
- Appropriate for Children With Multiple Diagnoses & Complex Needs
- Remediates in About Half the Time of Industry Standard
The GreenLight Difference: How We Harness AI
- Personalized Learning & Materials
- Smart Progress Tracking
- Parent Communication
- AI Powered Instructor Training
- Optimized Student-Instructor Matching
Our Roots: An Inspired Approach to Literacy Learning
Orton-Gillingham & Montessori
Growth Mindset
Executive Function, Sensory Integration, Speech Foundations
Our Story
GreenLight Learning was founded by two educational entrepreneurs, and mothers of dyslexic children, who met at the University of Pennsylvania and were united by a shared vision: to empower dyslexic learners academically and emotionally. Inspired by firsthand experience, they are creating a network of dyslexia-focused learning centers that blend evidence-based strategies with a personalized, whole-child approach, ensuring every child has the support they need to thrive
Caitlin Knowles, M.Ed.
Co-Founder, GreenLight Learning
Founder, Open Mind Learning
Caitlin's Experience & Expertise
- Experienced Educator: Over 20 years in special and general education across public, private, charter, preschool, homeschool and clinical settings, with the last 13 years in private practice, founding and running various learning environments
- Advanced Credentials: California K-12 Special Education Teaching Credential, Masters in Education, Pursuing second masters in Educational Entrepreneurship at University of Pennsylvania
- Specialized Expertise: Supports children with dyslexia, autism, ADHD, anxiety, behavioral challenges, expressive language difficulties, and giftedness, including twice exceptional (2e) learners
Open Mind Learning Leadership
- Founder of Open Mind Learning: Provides private learning support, special education advocacy, and educational consultation in Napa, CA and the greater San Francisco Bay Area
- Whole Child Approach: Focuses on academic support, social emotional learning and enrichment through individual and group offerings
- Professional and Personal Commitment:Came to focus on specialized education out of professional experience and personal connection
Hansa Melvani
Co-Founder, GreenLight Learning
Co-Founder, Something Holistic
Hansa’s Experience & Expertise
- Credentials: BA (Economics) Oxford University & Fordham University, pursuing Masters in Educational Entrepreneurship at University of Pennsylvania
- Specialized Expertise: Managed educational operations as an administrative assistant at a NY preschool, Strategic and Financial advisor for Private family office
- Impact: Board Member of Non-Profit Organizations involved in educational and vocational training in India and Nigeria
Entrepreneurial Leadership
- Co-founder of Something Holistic LLC:Provided In person Ayurvedic workshops and a curated line of products in NY
- Mental Health and Wellness:Certified Holistic Health Care Practitioner focused on building emotional resilience, reducing anxiety and stress, and mindfulness techniques
- Personal experience: Deeply passionate about the cause given her daughter's journey with Dyslexia
Our Awards, Recognition & Past Partnerships
Jacobs Foundation
University of Pennsylvania
The Carey School
“My child loves his lessons! He has fun with the multi-sensory approach and I appreciate how it is thoughtfully woven into more traditional work. The lessons are always so creative, inspired and engaging. I learn, too, as a parent. Thank you for all that you do for my child, and our family!”- GreenLight Learning Parent
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