“Brightmont gave my daughter
confidence and helped her love learning
again.”
– Parent of 8th grader
One-to-One Private School in Mendota Heights, MN
Brightmont Academy is an accredited 1-12 private school that offers personal instruction—that means a 1:1 student-to-teacher ratio in every classroom. Discover how our mastery-based educational model empowers students to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.
Give your child an education that’s as unique as they are. As the leading private school in Mendota Heights, MN, Brightmont’s specialized educational approach is based on over 25 years of experience helping students in grades K-12 succeed academically. We recognize and support the needs of every student, including students with learning differences, students living with anxiety and/or depression, high-aptitude students, and student-athletes or performers with demanding schedules.
Brightmont’s educational model is mastery-based, empowering students to actively engage in their studies at their own pace while feeling challenged and supported throughout the learning process.
Traditional classrooms are insufficient or even impossible for many students; rigid schedules, inadequate attention from instructors, and an overwhelming environment can impede your child’s success. Brightmont’s personalized instruction helps students progress toward their goals and gain the self-confidence necessary to fuel a lifelong love of learning.
We offer a range of programs throughout the year to serve the diverse needs of families in Mendota Heights, including full-time school, individual courses, tutoring, and skill-building programs. We also offer open enrollment and rolling admissions, so your child can start right away.
When you join the Brightmont family, we’ll work with you and your child to design the most effective, personalized instructional plan possible and select experienced teachers who understand your child’s academic needs and learning style.
Is one-to-one learning right for my child?
Unlocking Academic Potential
As an accredited private school, our curriculum includes math, language arts, science, social studies, foreign language, and electives for 1st through 12th grade. For high schoolers, we offer both Advanced Placement® and Honors courses.
When students complete course requirements, they earn a high school diploma from Brightmont Academy, which is recognized by colleges and universities. Our students receive acceptances from colleges and universities across the country; check out the prestigious colleges
our students have attended.
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Tuition Rates for Our One-to-One Private School in Mendota Heights, MN
High School Program
A comprehensive college preparatory program for one academic year of 9th-12th grade.
$31,350
Middle School Program
A program designed to prepare 6th-8th grade students for high school.
$26,600
Elementary School Program
A program designed to prepare K-5th grade students for middle school.
$28,800
Individual Semester Courses
Semester courses for 1st-12th grade students. We offer core courses as well as honors and AP courses.
Starting at $3,135
Additional Programs and Services
We also offer tutoring, Kindergarten readiness programs, skill-building programs, a reading intervention program, summer school, and test prep.
Starting at $800
Who Are Brightmont’s Students?
Our private school in Mendota Heights is transformative for many students, including those with particular learning goals, academic interests, and scheduling needs. This includes:
Students with ADHD and Attention Deficits
Many of Brightmont’s students have an ADHD diagnosis and struggle to maintain their focus and engagement in other schools. Brightmont’s flexible one-to-one classrooms naturally minimize distractions and allow students to take breaks throughout the day to support their attention. Our personalized learning model and multisensory curriculum encourage these students to engage deeply without the fear of judgment from their peers.
Brightmont also offers executive functioning programs for grades 3–12, which provide coaching to help students learn to plan, complete, and turn in assignments in ways that work best for them.
Students with Learning Differences
Students with learning differences often struggle to find a school that offers the accommodations they need to succeed. Brightmont’s one-to-one model enables teachers to modify their instructional methods, pacing, and curriculum to match the learning styles of students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other learning differences.
Gifted and 2E Students
Traditional classrooms impede gifted and twice-exceptional students’ progress by forcing them to wait for peers to catch up, leading to boredom and burnout. Brightmont’s personalized instruction empowers students to move at their own pace and dive deeper into complex questions without worrying about peer judgment.
Students with Mental Health Challenges
Large classrooms bring social pressures, rigidity, and an overstimulating atmosphere that only exacerbate the struggles that students with anxiety, depression, school refusal, or obsessive-compulsive disorder face. Brightmont will work with your family to create an accessible classroom environment that promotes learning while supporting your child’s emotional and social well-being.
Student Athletes and Performers
Aspiring elite athletes, actors, and musicians shouldn’t have to choose between their passion and a quality education. With Brightmont’s NCAA-approved curriculum, you won’t have to compromise. Our flexible one-to-one model allows students to create a schedule around their extracurricular commitments, so they can further their academic progress without worrying about falling behind.
Parent Testimonials
“My daughter was not thriving in a traditional school and arrived at Brightmont significantly behind grade level…The Brightmont teachers were excellent and incredibly supportive. With their help, she graduated from high school at Brightmont, feeling proud of all she accomplished.”
- Jane M.
“Our son's time at Brightmont has forever changed his view of learning and school in general. He is now a motivated student who has confidence in his abilities.”
- Verity B.
“One of the best moments I've had parenting is when my daughter, out of the blue, teary-eyed, thanked me for helping her graduate. She said she knew she couldn't have done it without Brightmont...Brightmont was the start of new beginnings for both of us. Thank you for giving her confidence!”
- Kelly K.
Student Testimonials
“Teachers at Brightmont understand me and my needs to achieve success in life, and they help me with my problems that I have in and outside of school.”
- David, Grade 12
“I like being able to have teachers with me every step of the way to help me, and everyone is really nice.”
- Selena, Grade 7
“I feel that my academic honors are due largely to the skills and habits I learned at Brightmont, especially critical thinking and independent learning skills.”
- Student
“To all the staff at Brightmont, thank you for making this one of the best school years that I have ever had.”
- Seb, Grade 8
Campus Highlights
At Brightmont, your child will receive the specialized attention that isn’t possible anywhere else while still having plenty of opportunities to socialize with their peers. Some of our students’ favorite community-building activities include:
- Spirit Week
- Baseball snackathon
- Pi Day celebration
- Giant Jenga games
- Family luncheons
Brightmont Academy Serves Grades 1–12
Our private school in Mendota Heights offers full-time, part-time, and tutoring options for students across every grade level.
Elementary School Students
Brightmont’s offerings for elementary school students start with our Kindergarten readiness program, which helps Pre-K and Kindergarten students develop their reading, math, and handwriting skills. Our full-time private school starts in first grade. Brightmont’s multisensory, personalized curriculum gives young students the head start they need to build a strong academic foundation and cultivate a love for learning that will follow them throughout their educational journey.
Middle School Students
Middle school is often when students start facing social pressures that can impact their academic progress. Brightmont’s supportive, one-to-one learning classrooms help these students maintain their engagement in school without the distractions of their peers. Outside of class, students can connect through clubs, extracurriculars, and community events.
High School Students
Brightmont’s high school students benefit from the rigor and flexibility of our academic offerings. Our fully accredited private school has an Index for Education Quality (IEQ) score of 320, in comparison to the average of 253.
Prestigious colleges around the country are eager to admit Brightmont students; in fact, 92% of graduates receive admission to their top-choice university! Our Honors, Advanced Placement, and college-level courses provide driven students with the opportunities they need to thrive.
Full-time high school students also have access to the Homework Studio, a supervised study lab designed to help them complete assignments, practice good study habits, connect with peers, and build executive function skills with the support of a teacher-on-call.
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Mendota Heights Campus
Address and Phone
(952) 564-2164
The Village at Mendota Heights
720 Main Street, Suite 101
Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Campus Hours
Regular opening hours:
Monday - Thursday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Accreditation
Accredited by Cognia.
Meet Michelle Platt
Mendota Heights Campus Director
As the Campus Director for the Mendota Heights campus, Michelle Platt has experience as both an educator and an attorney. She taught language arts and history in the New York City school district, wrote curriculum, and led professional development workshops for teachers throughout the Northeast region. She previously worked for several years as a litigator.
With a passion for writing, Michelle launched a successful website focusing on health and wellness where she built a strong digital marketing brand and active online community. Her work has been referenced in major publications including The New York Times, WSJ, BuzzFeed, and Self Magazine.
After years of visiting her husband’s hometown of Edina, they made the decision to move and raise their family there. She has served on the local PTO for the last four years and has been an active voice and volunteer in the schools.
Michelle graduated magna cum laude from Binghamton University with a BA in Literature & Rhetoric and received her law degree from the University of Miami.
She enjoys traveling, writing, and keeping active; she recently completed her personal training certification. Most of all, she loves spending time with her two teenagers and husband.
Call Michelle at (952) 564-2164 or send her a message at michelle.platt@brightmontacademy.com.
