Clinically reviewed by
Dr. Ian Wolds Psy.D.
Last reviewed on July 16, 2026
Muir Wood’s Learning Center is a recognized California supplemental education program for grades 7 to 12, including for physical education. Muir Wood is one of the only residential treatment centers nationally with an academic program that is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
When teens first come to Muir Wood, Tammy and her team reach out to each teen’s “home school” (the school they were attending just prior to admitting to Muir Wood) in an effort to work collaboratively. Typically, this is the best choice for handling the academic component while at Muir Wood. It allows for a seamless transition when the resident discharges from Muir Wood and returns home, as the student will have been working on the same material as his peers from his home school while in treatment. Tammy communicates weekly with the students’ home schools to obtain assignments by scanning and emailing documents back and forth as needed, or will meet weekly with parents on campus to coordinate.
Teens at Muir Wood can take online courses while at Muir Wood through a number of fully accredited programs such as Brigham Young Online High School, Laurel Springs Online School, and others. Muir Wood Learning Center’s computer lab is fully equipped to allow residents to work on online courses during school hours with the help of Tammy and academic tutors. These online programs will provide a transcript upon completion. Students have one year to complete the online semester course, and thus have the opportunity to work on courses at their pace and complete the courses following discharge from Muir Wood if needed.
Read about Muir Wood experiences from a parent who has been through it. Read these and other reviews from real parents of Muir Wood alumni. If you would like to speak to an alumni parent, contact us and we’ll arrange it.
Helped our son understand about drugs
FL
Jul 2026
Muir Wood helped my kid get on the path to sobriety. The parent programs are amazing - highly recommend clearing the time to attend because we need to work our own recovery in lock step with our kids.
RC
Jul 2026
Chloe felt she gained a lot from her stay. She learned new coping skills and feels good.
BB
Jul 2026
Everyone is very welcoming and took my daughter in as one of their own. Molly was wonderful and was there every step of the way. Everyone from beginning to end was wonderful.
JJ
Jul 2026
Muirwood has a very structured environment and great communication between facility and parents as well as parent support groups.
DC
Jul 2026
Staff acted with compassion and care. Very responsive.
EM
Jul 2026
Staff is exceptional and the care for the kids is incredible.
CG
Jul 2026
There was a lot of improvement in behavior and coping skills. My daughter was more confident when leaving muriwood and the staff was incredible.
NC
Jul 2026