Welcome to
A place where scholars are known, supported, and inspired every day.
Active. Curious. Engaged.
Welcome to Willard!
At Breakthrough Willard, scholars learn by doing — group projects, real-world problems, and hands-on technology, guided by teachers who ask thoughtful questions. We believe scholars learn best when they're active, curious, and engaged in a diverse, welcoming community with high expectations and high support.
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Building Address
9401 Willard Avenue
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Neighborhood
Cudell
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Main Office Phone
Experience the Bobcat Spirit
See Willard for yourself. Step inside our classrooms and get a closer look at the people, spaces, and experiences that make our school community special.
Like what you see?
We would love to welcome you to our school. Schedule an in-person school visit or start your enrollment application using the links below.
Our Values in Action
We Build Belonging
At Breakthrough, we believe that every scholar deserves to feel known.
At Breakthrough Willard, Compass Circle gives scholars opportunities to share, listen, and build empathy together. Willard is a diverse, welcoming community where scholars are encouraged to be active, curious, and engaged.
More Than Schoolwork
Life Beyond the Classroom
Willard combines rigorous daily instruction with personalized practice, regular progress checks, and targeted support to help every scholar grow. Learn more about our extracurriculars, sports, activities, and after-school programming.
Create & Explore
Connections classes add art, music, and technology—giving scholars opportunities for moving, performing, and learning digital skills.
Clubs at Willard include soccer, art, chess, and more. Free tutoring is also available to all Willard scholars.
Move & Compete
Keeping moving is essential to a wonderful learning environment. Scholars have daily gym class, playground time, and teams like basketball, volleyball, cheer, flag football, and track.
Stay & Discover
Willard students have access to high-quality, engaging, and enriching after-school programs through various partners. Whether your child thrives in academics, arts, or hands-on activities, we have an after-school program that meets their needs.
Open Doors Academy
Homework help, meals, activities, clubs & field trips.
Rainey Institute
Music, dance, theater & art.
YMCA Y-Club
Homework help, fitness, meals & enrichment.
Our Values in Action
We Meet High Expectations
At Breakthrough, we believe every scholar can achieve at a high level with the right challenge and support.
At Willard, two teachers in K–2 classrooms provide more support, safety, and personalized feedback. Intervention specialists, ENL teachers, and free tutoring help keep scholars on track.
Success Starts Here
Academics Built for Growth
Breakthrough Willard combines rigorous daily instruction with personalized practice, regular progress checks, and targeted support to help every scholar grow.
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English/Language Arts
90 minutes every day.
Wit and Wisdom curriculum, plus iReady practice and daily independent reading. -
Mathematics
75 minutes every day.
Ready Math, plus iReady practice and a daily fluency warm-up. -
Tangible Growth
Willard uses iReady and M-Class screeners, unit tests, and benchmark tests in grades 3–8 to monitor progress.
Extra Supports and Expanded Student Services
Beyond our Breakthrough Curriculum, we employ Intervention Specialists, ENL teachers, and free tutoring help keep scholars on track.
Kindergarten Through Career
We're In This Together.
Breakthrough supports scholars and families every step of the way— from building strong partnerships on day one to preparing for success in high school, college, and career.
Family Partnership
Breakthrough promises regular communication from the network and the school, along with family events, keeps families informed. You child's school leaders are visible and accessible, building strong partnerships that support scholar success.
Beyond Breakthrough
Our Kindergarten-through-Career approach doesn't end in eighth grade. Our Beyond Breakthrough program supports scholars through high school, college, and career.
Find Your Place
Enroll at Willard
Your Choice Starts Here. Choosing Breakthrough Willard means your child will belong, learn, and lead from day one.