In its early years, the school started as a small institution with a handful of students and a dedicated group of educators. It began with a strong commitment to individualized instruction and a focus on helping students reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.
Over time, the program gained recognition for its innovative approaches and successes in working with students who had unique learning needs. The school continued to grow, and by the 1980s, it had expanded its facilities and programs to accommodate a larger student body.
In the 1990s, The Briarwood School experienced significant developments. It introduced a comprehensive curriculum that addressed a wide range of learning differences, including dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and co-existing conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The school's commitment to tailored instruction and individualized learning plans set it apart as a leader in education.
Throughout the early 2000s, The Briarwood School continued to evolve and refine its programs. It embraced technological advancements, incorporating assistive technologies and adaptive learning tools into its classrooms. The school also fostered partnerships with parents, therapists, and professionals in the learning difference community to provide holistic support for its students.
In recent years, The Briarwood School has remained at the forefront of education in Houston. It has expanded its campus, adding state-of-the-art facilities, and resources to create an optimal learning environment for its students. A dedicated team of educators collaborate to develop individualized education plans, implement evidence-based practices, and ensure the success of each student.
The Briarwood School is committed to personalized instruction, continuous innovation, and fostering a supportive community that has helped countless students overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
Utilizing the latest research in brain science and constantly drawing from evidence-based best practices, our curriculum is specifically designed with our individual learners’ needs in mind. Our academic program is divided across three divisions (Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School) and provides students with an array of instructional strategies.
The Briarwood School is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning experience for our students.We value the diversity of the community and will continue to celebrate, engage, reach and retain as well as explore differences in experiences based on, but not limited to, racial, socioeconomic, gender, age, country of origin, culture, sexuality, physical ability, and religious diversity amongst our staff and students. We promote acceptance of learning differences and disabilities and celebrate the many positive experiences and viewpoints that diversity brings to our school community in all of its forms. Our respect for diversity is reflected in our mission, programming, community involvement, admissions, and hiring practices.