Admissions

We are excited to get started!

The admissions process begins when you review the information on our website and contact us with any questions you may have about our microschool. Our approach and size are intentionally designed to reach students with learning differences, so we are happy to answer your questions and start building a relationship with your family.

We are committed to maintaining strong, trusting relationships with our students and their families. Therefore, we ask each family to provide a statement of faith when applying.

We are accepting applications for the 2024-2025 academic year.

How to Apply

To apply for admission to EXPLORE Learning, you will need to do the following:

Read the information on this web site, including tuition. Ask any questions via the contact form below.
Request an EXPLORE Learning application via the contact form below. You will receive an email with a secure link to the online application and the student transcript upload form.
The school will reach out to you to schedule a parent interview. Please complete and sign the documents below and bring them to the interview:
1. Statement of your Faith (one for each parent): Share your testimony, current walk with the Lord, and where and how often you attend church.
2. Immunization Record (one for each prospective student).
The school will schedule a developmentally-appropriate, "meet and greet" with the prospective student at the EXPLORE Learning microschool.

If the student is selected for enrollment, we will complete the registration process and request a $1200 initial, non-refundable deposit to secure enrollment.

Tuition

Tuition is paid in ten equal payments. Parents will receive an invoice at least two weeks before the payment is due. Parents who choose to pay the entire annual tuition, can do so at any time.

If you wish to financially support EXPLORE Learning, feel free to use the "Donate" link below. We appreciate your support!

Tuition & Fees

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FAQ

What time does school start and end?

Morning carpool is from 7:30 to 8:00 am. School begins at 8:00 am. School ends at 3:30 pm. Afternoon carpool is from 3:30 to 4:00 pm.
When is the first day of school?

School begins on August 20, 2024 at 8:00 am.
When is the last day school?

School ends on May 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM.
Is there a uniform?

Yes, we require a uniform. Our uniform policy incorporates one student choice. The students LOVE it!
Does the school provide meals?

No, the students bring their own snacks and lunches. Parents can prepare snacks for special occasions to share with the class. * Please let us know if your student has food allergies.
Do you provide care for students after school?

No, we encourage our parents to get their children involved in after school activities to EXPLORE their gifts and talents!
Is bus service available to bring student's to and from school each day?

No, parents will be required to transport students to and from school.
What kind of activities will you be providing?

We plan to EXPLORE some MORE! We hope to explore hiking trails together, learn how to make ice cream, bake bread, dig in the garden, experiment with gyroscopes and magnets, participate in private music or voice lessons, and enjoy destination learning opportunities--just to name a few! Check out our school schedule for updates! *Activities may change based on weather and availability, so check back often!
What will the educational therapists be doing each day?

Planning and providing great interventions and learning opportunities! We expect to have fun learning with our students in our "thinking studios!"
What is a thinking studio?

It is our space where thinking and learning takes place. Our learning studios may be in the classroom, outdoors, in the kitchen, or at a specific destination "learning event."
Is there a library?

YES! There will be picture books, leveled readers, decodable readers (phonics readers), and novels to read for pleasure. We welcome donations AND suggestions regarding great literature to add to our collection!
How can we see what our child is learning?

Accessibility to see how your student is processing information and learning is crucial to supporting our mission. Parents will be invited into the "thinking studio" (classroom) once a quarter to see their student's ongoing portfolio of work. The students can share their favorite in-person educational games, learning manipulatives, and creative activities with you! You will be in for a fun evening!
What is educational therapy?

Educational therapy is not tutoring; it teaches “how to think” in contrast to “what to think” by addressing the underlying causes of learning failure through research-backed educational therapy. The goal is to teach and practice “how-to” strategies through specific tasks during skilled, one-on-one or small group mediated sessions. Through reciprocal engagement, students gain confidence to become stronger independent learners. These explicit, systematic interventions target these areas: Cognitive: Thinking processes, reasoning, reflecting, attaching meaning, remembering, understanding, and evaluating. Perception: Accurately receiving and processing sensory information (input), especially from visual and auditory sources, for learning, storage, and retrieval. Emotional: Changing students’ thinking about their learning ability impacts relationships with others and how they interact with the world that God has created. Academics: Teaching strategies to enhance “how to learn” by establishing strong executive functioning skills, increasing accountability, building competencies, and improving processing speed to make accessing the curriculum more efficient and effective.
What is EXPLORE Day and when is it?

EXPLORE Day is for the entire family! It will be August 19, 2024, from 8:00 am. until 12:00 pm. A continental breakfast will be provided. This is your time to see the classroom, visit with the other families, and meet the educational therapists (teachers).
How much does EXPLORE Learning cost?

For academic year 2024 - 2025, the annual tuition per student is $25,000.00. There are no added fees for push-in or pull-out support for academic interventions.
Are there other fees beyond tuition?

Yes, the student is responsible for purchasing their required textbooks, uniforms, and any additional costs that may be associated with field trips and extra-curricular activities. Once the student is enrolled for the academic year, a $1200.00 non-refundable fee is requested. This fee, however, is included as part of the annual tuition.
How do I pay tuition?

An invoice will be emailed to each family. There are ten invoices per year. Payment on each invoice is due in full two weeks after receipt.
How do I make a donation?

Donations can be made under the "Donate" button found in the Admissions section of the website. Approved donations to our library are always welcome!