LEARNING SQUADS

"Mixed-age grouping resembles family and neighborhood groupings, which throughout history have informally provided much of children's socialization and education. The intention of mixed-age groupings in early childhood settings is to increase the heterogeneity of the group so as to capitalize on the differences in experience, knowledge and abilities of the children." - Dr. Lilian Katz

Ignite Squad

Ages 4-7

Squad Focus

  • Ignite their love of learning.

  • Obtain core skills of reading, writing, and basic math

  • Social and Emotional growth

  • Physical growth through lots of play and movement

Learning Outline

Young leaders integrate their learning experiences through additional outlets for exploration and creative expression. Open-ended and collaborative building projects, imaginative play and time in nature are all part of our schedule. Emotional literacy is a key focus of our Ignite Squad. We focus on social and emotional growth and wellness as a key foundation for developing self-direction in their learning.

Discover Squad

Ages 8-11

Squad Focus

  • Discover their passions/interests

  • Self-paced academics

  • Skill Discovery and Development

  • Physical Fitness

Learning Outline

In our Discover Squad, we encourage our young people to tap into their own unique genius. Our well-balanced educational experience promotes curiosity, creativity, and the ability to ask good questions. The squad is designed to create flexible spaces for work, learning, and play. It is a tight-knit community of mixed-age children who support each other and collaborate daily. This environment fosters a culture of respect and much of the character development that occurs here.

Explore Squad

Ages 12-14

(Coming Soon!)

Venture Squad

Ages 15-18

(Coming Soon!)