ABOUT BAP

Basic Academics & Play was created from a simple belief:
Every child deserves the time, support, and instruction needed to truly learn.

The program is led by Ursula Christianson, a certified special education teacher with experience supporting students who require individualized academic and behavioral support.

Through years of work in classrooms and early childhood programs, one pattern became clear: many children who struggle academically are not lacking effort or ability. They simply need instruction that is structured, responsive, and developmentally supportive.

Basic Academics & Play was designed to provide that kind of learning environment.

The program combines:

• Mastery-based academic instruction
• Structured literacy approaches
• Behavioral and regulation support
• Purposeful play and movement

This approach allows students to build strong foundations, confidence, and meaningful progress in learning.

In addition to classroom teaching experience, the founder brings:

• Early childhood parent educator experience (Birth–3)
• Structured literacy training using Wilson-aligned approaches
• Behavioral intervention experience
• Experience leading high-support classroom programs

Basic Academics & Play was not created to replicate traditional school. It was created to build the type of learning environment many families wish existed — one where children are supported academically, emotionally, and developmentally.