Dream Scene School
Welcome parents and teachers!
From 2020-2023, Dream Scene, originally a birthday party venue, successfully transformed into a school serving over 30 students with certified teachers. What began as a temporary business pivot during the shutdown quickly evolved into something more than we ever imagined. It was a win-win: students thrived in small-group and one-on-one instruction, parents placed their trust in us, and teachers were able to focus on what they love without the demands of a traditional school system.
So why bring the school back after a two-year pause? Truth be told: I miss it.
How does it work?
Think one-room school house with the structure of a traditional classroom, but more fun than you thought possible.
We have two classrooms:
Lower Elementary (Pre-K through Second Grade)
Upper Elementary (3rd Grade through 6th Grade)
Classroom groupings may adjust based on enrollment.
Students receive differentiated instruction in Math, Reading (with Writing included in Lower Elementary), while participating in shared lessons for Writing, Social Studies, Science, Art, Phonics/Spelling, and more. After each mini-lesson, instruction is tailored through partnerships, small groups, or independent work to meet students where they are academically.
We primarily use the Oakland County curriculum which surrounding districts like Birmingham, Troy, and Royal Oak use. We provide structure and socialization in an academic setting with our certified teachers so students can be successful and parents can watch the magic unfold.
Schedule:
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Monday-Thursday
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8:30am-3:00pm
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Approximately 31 weeks of school
Why learn with us?
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whole-group educational experiences
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individualized attention from certified teachers
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monthly cooking classes
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three 20-minute recesses daily, plus brain breaks throughout the day
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no virtual instruction
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Social Emotional Learning
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grade-level projects
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character development
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plays and musicals
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Art classes
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data tracking through formative and summative assessments in Math, Reading, Social Studies as well as benchmark assessments in Math and Reading)
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meet students at their academic levels and push them to their highest learning potential
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field trips
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author Skypes
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Mystery Skype (geography skills with other classrooms around the world)
Set up your tour today! (248) 808-1350
Meet Your 2023 Teachers
Miss Meinberg
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Certified K-5 all subjects, Math K-8
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Former 4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Mrs. McMillan
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Retired certified teacher with 35 years of teaching Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade
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Certified K-5 all subjects and Reading K-8, Masters in Reading
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Awarded Royal Oak Teacher of the Year...twice!
Mrs. Mitchell
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Retired certified teacher with 30 years of teaching 4th, 5th, middle school gifted students, academically at-risk elementary students
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Certified K-5 all subjects, Science & Social Studies K-8, Masters in Reading
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Awarded Royal Oak PTA Teacher of the Year in 2020
Mrs. Matynka
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Retired certified teacher with 28 years of teaching grades 1-5
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Certified K-5 all subjects, Fine Arts and Language Arts grades 6-8, Masters in Reading
Email us if you're interested in teaching part-time or full-time for the 2026-2027 school year!
where learning is magical
WHAT PARENTS SAY
“During a year of uncertainty, the stars magically aligned the day we found Dream Scene. My girls are absolutely obsessed with this school, all the teachers, and all their friends there as well. They are eager to go to school each morning, and can't wait to tell me about their day as soon as they get home. We recently had a snow day, and when I told my kindergartner there was no school, she started bawling inconsolably and telling me, "I wish it was school, this just doesn't feel right." I don't know how I'm going to break the news to them that summer break is 3 months long with no school. It gives us such peace of mind knowing how happy they are and how much they're thriving and loved each day. An occasional dance party helps too.”
“Dream Scene has been the best thing to EVER happen to my kids and my family. The academics taught are top notch- it’s nearly one on one tutoring most days. The friendships made here are for life- these kids (and their parents!) are more like family than acquaintances. My 6th grader has gained more confidence at Dream Scene than I could have imagined- no awkward middle school angst here! She skips to the car every afternoon, beaming, bubbly and happy.
My three kids are thriving beyond my wildest dreams- thanks to the love and dedication of the teachers who aren’t just here to work, they show up every day with a passion and love for these kids that reflects positively in home behavior, academics, confidence & view of the world.
I took them to Disney World and they had to miss a few days of school. My daughter cried down Main Street saying she wished she were in school- so it’s true, Disney world is the second happiest place after Dream Scene!
While many parents and students have struggled these last years, we have experienced consistency, academic growth, confidence building, friendship making, life skill learning and above all safety, comfort and normalcy! It’s like sending my kids into a giant hug every day.”
“I’m not sure there are adequate words to describe the impact that Annie and the teachers at Dream Scene have impressed upon our son. It has forever changed the trajectory of his schooling in ways that could never be achieved anywhere else. She has poured her entire heart and soul, and every ounce of her pure magic into our son's academic progress. It’s unbelievable. But that’s not what’s important to us. Because the amount of energy and personalized attention that he has received thus far academically, pales in comparison to the level of commitment and energy Annie has put forth to continually inspire his love for learning, his confidence in himself and his ability to be successful academically. Again, there are no words to capture this dedication. But that’s why it’s called Dream Scene. It’s the vibrant scenes filled with vivid rainbows and sweetness and belly-shaking laughter that you daydream about. It’s a homeschool that immediately feels like home. The kind of home you never want to leave.”
