Microschools
A microschool is a small, community-based school that combines aspects of homeschooling, private schooling, and traditional classes, giving families more control over their kids’ education. A learning pod is a close-knit group of families who join forces to teach, pool resources, and support one another through the ups and downs of learning together.
Successful Microschooling
Microschools are like the sweet spot between homeschooling and traditional school — small, flexible, and focused on what works best for your kids.
Microschooling
Getting Started
Starting your small learning community is exciting — and yes, a little intimidating. It’s not just about setting up a cozy classroom in your living room or finding a few like-minded families to share the teaching load. It’s about creating an educational experience that works for your kids and you.
- Personalized Learning: Your kids aren’t just one face in a class of thirty — they get real one-on-one attention, and learning moves at their pace, not someone else’s.
- Community Connection: Families build a tight-knit community. It’s not just drop-off and dash — you get to know the families you’re learning alongside.
- Flexibility & Freedom: Want to take a field trip on a Tuesday? Dive deep into dinosaurs for an entire month? Adjust the schedule when your kid needs it? You can.
- Small Group Vibes: Kids thrive in small groups — fewer distractions, more collaboration, and stronger friendships.
- Parent Voice & Choice: You get a say in what’s taught and how it’s taught. More nature walks? More hands-on projects? More time for what your kids love? Done.
- A Better Fit for Many Kids: For kids who feel overwhelmed or overlooked in a big classroom, a microschool or learning pod can be a game-changer — calmer, more personal, and way more supportive.
One of the best aspects of microschools and learning pods is their flexibility. Educators and facilitators can blend hands-on projects, online tools, and real-world experiences to create meaningful and engaging learning experiences. Smaller groups mean more individualized attention, allowing teachers to tailor their instruction to students in ways that genuinely resonate with them.
Ready to Start Your Microschool, Learning Pod, or Co-Op?
Your microschool, learning pod, or homeschool co-op deserves a website that’s as warm, flexible, and community-focused as the experience you offer.
We design beautiful, user-friendly websites specifically for non-religious learning communities — from small pods to larger co-ops. Whether you’re starting a new secular microschool or growing an established group, we make sure your unique vision shines through.
Start with these Steps
1. Know Your “Why” (Besides Avoiding the Morning Drop-Off Line): Starting your small learning community means creating an educational experience that fits your family’s unique needs, not just setting up a shared classroom at home.
2. Gather Your Village: You’re looking for families who bring out the best in each other, who have similar goals, and who you won’t mind seeing before your morning coffee kicks in.
3. Get Legal-ish: Some states require you to register as a private school, while others don’t. Make sure that you fully understand your legal requirements.
4. Pick a Place: Your pod needs a home base. Some families rotate houses; others chip in to rent a space. Just make sure there’s enough room for learning and the inevitable art projects that require glitter.
5. Plan Your Days – But Stay Flexible: Microschools and pods thrive on structure and adaptability.
6. Seeking Funding: So, you’ve decided to build a microschool — a cozy little learning community where kids can actually love learning and you’re not tied down by traditional school red tape. Great! Now comes the big question: How do you pay for it?
7. Embrace the Adventure: Running a microschool or learning pod is not all sunshine, Pinterest-worthy craft corners, and perfectly organized bookshelves. It’s work. Sometimes it’s a LOT of work.
