Does Your Child Hate School?
BreakOut School is designed specifically for ADHD & autistic students who need a different way to learn.
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Small classes with teachers who understand neurodivergent learners
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Outdoor, hands-on learning instead of worksheets
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Builds confidence, independence, and real-world skills
Serving Utah County families | Grades 4–8
Trusted by Utah families for over 20 years helping ADHD learners succeed
Meet the Founder
Dr. Dallin Richardson, PharmD
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20+ years helping families with ADHD
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Boy Scouts leader and mentor
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Former CHADD member
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Father of two ADHD children
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For over 20 years, Dr. Richardson has worked with families navigating ADHD and traditional school struggles. BreakOut School was built to give those students a place to move, build, explore, and regain confidence.
Kathy, Farmington UT
"I've witnessed firsthand the amazing blessing this school brings to my grandson. Finally, a school that can bring true dynamic learning in a context of caring and appreciation!"
Rochelle, Saratoga Springs, UT
"BreakOut School has changed our lives and changed our family. The feeling in our home has changed. The school has built my son's self-esteem and given him something to look forward to and enjoy and be accepted."
Whitney, Pleasant Grove UT
“One month of BreakOut School did more for my son than two years of therapy.”
Why Families Choose BreakOut School
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20+ years working with ADHD students
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Small classes (typically 6–10 students)
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Movement-based learning instead of long desk time
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Outdoor learning several times each week
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Hands-on projects that build confidence
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Mentorship from adults who understand neurodivergent learners​
When a Child Finally Feels Seen, Everything Changes
At BreakOut School, we build learning around the student — not the system.
Instead of long lectures and worksheets, students learn through:
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Outdoor exploration
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Project-based learning
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Small group mentorship
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Entrepreneurship and real-world problem solving
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Many of our students come to us discouraged by traditional classrooms.
Within weeks, parents often see confidence return.
Outdoor Learning
Students learn in parks, forests, and real-world environments where movement is encouraged instead of punished.
Social & Emotional Growth
Students develop confidence, friendships, and emotional resilience.
Hands-On Education
Students build, create, experiment, and solve problems through projects instead of passive seatwork.
Physical Courage
Activities build strength, courage, and confidence.
Entrepreneurship
Students develop real business skills, responsibility, and confidence by creating and running small ventures.
Mentorship
Students are guided by teachers who understand ADHD and neurodivergent learning styles.
Learning That Feels Alive
Students Experience
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Animals and nature
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Archery and outdoor skills
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Horseback riding
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Entrepreneurship projects
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Hands-on science
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Reading and writing
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Conversational Spanish
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Resilience training
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Real-world accountability
Instead of worksheets and lectures, students build skills that prepare them for life.
“At BreakOut School, we don't view ADHD and autism as disabilities.
We see them as superpowers.”
– Dr. Dallin Richardson, Pharm.D., Founder
Why Nature-Based Learning Works
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Outdoor environments can reduce ADHD symptoms
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Nature exposure is linked to improved learning and well-being
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Hands-on, movement-rich learning helps many neurodivergent students thrive
