Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to the questions we hear most often. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, feel free to reach out — we’re happy to help!
General Questions
Why does the program meet only two days per week?
The Art of Homeschool is intentionally designed to be efficient and focused.
Instruction is direct, structured, and mastery-based — without filler, busywork, or unnecessary repetition. Two concentrated days per week provide meaningful academic progress while preserving energy and curiosity.
This model allows families to step away from managing curriculum at home and instead use the rest of the week for enrichment, reading, projects, and family life — without feeling behind or overwhelmed.
How is social development supported in this program?
Social growth is an intentional part of the microschool design — not an afterthought.
With a cohort of no more than 8 students, children engage in guided discussion, collaborative academic work, shared projects, and structured peer interaction throughout the day. Conversation skills, flexibility, perspective-taking, and respectful disagreement are actively shaped within the group.
Outdoor time is included daily as a reset and connection opportunity, but it is not unstructured “recess.” Even during movement and play, expectations for inclusion, communication, and regulation remain in place.
The goal is to build a small, consistent peer community where friendships deepen over time and students learn how to contribute meaningfully to a group.
What kind of student is the best fit for this microschool?
This program is best suited for students who enjoy learning through books and are ready to be challenged.
Students should be able to engage in discussion, follow routines, and contribute to collaborative work.
Families who value clear expectations, intellectual challenge, and intentional community tend to find this environment especially aligned.
How do you handle different academic levels in a small group?
Instruction is mastery-based and responsive to each learner’s level. Core subjects such as math and language arts are carefully sequenced, and students may work at different levels within the same instructional block.
The small cohort allows for close monitoring, targeted feedback, and adjustment without sacrificing group cohesion.
The goal is to ensure that each child is appropriately challenged while still benefiting from shared discussion and collaborative learning.
Why is tuition structured as it is?
Tuition reflects the intentionally small cohort size, individualized instruction, and thoughtfully designed learning environment that allow children to be valued, supported, and challenged.
This program is designed to provide meaningful academic guidance, responsive teaching, and authentic peer connection.
Is this program appropriate for children with learning differences?
The Art of Homeschool is designed as a collaborative academic environment where students grow socially and intellectually together. Social skills, flexibility, and regulation are intentionally shaped within the group — they do not need to be perfect on day one.
However, students should be able to participate in structured small-group instruction, follow routines, and engage with peers without requiring one-to-one behavioral support.
If you’re unsure whether this environment would be a good fit, I'm happy to talk through your child's needs together.
Are you a credentialed teacher?
I am not a credentialed classroom teacher. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a graduate degree and advanced training in learning science, instructional design, and child development. My background includes designing and delivering evidence-based academic instruction, training educators, and supporting children across therapeutic and academic environments.