Cultivating curious minds and confident makers

Discover the unique educational journey at Mindful Makers Microschool, where personalized attention meets hands-on learning. We're dedicated to nurturing every child's potential, blending strong academics with creative development in a calm and supportive environment.

Our unique approach to learning

At Mindful Makers Microschool, our philosophy sets us apart. We believe in an integrated approach that fosters both intellectual growth and emotional and social well-being. Unlike traditional settings, our small class sizes allow for deeply personalized learning experiences.

Hands-on exploration

Children learn best when they are engaged through hands-on exploration. Our curriculum is rich with STEAM projects and activities that encourage direct interaction with learning materials and concepts.

Empowering creativity

We empower children to think creatively, fostering innovation and problem-solving skills. Our environment supports imaginative thinking and allows students to express their unique ideas freely.

Balance and mindfulness

Our program balances learning with movement and mindfulness. This holistic approach supports children's emotional and social development, helping them stay focused and energized throughout the day.

A day in the life at Mindful Makers Microschool

Our daily rhythm is thoughtfully designed to balance academics, creativity, movement, and reflection, ensuring a dynamic and nurturing learning experience for every child.

Morning meeting & mindfulness

The day begins at 9:00 with arrival and a community circle. Students greet one another, practice mindfulness or breathing exercises, discuss the day’s learning focus, and build essential social-emotional skills in a supportive environment.

🕘 Daily Scheduled Program Sample

Our daily rhythm is designed to balance academics, creativity, movement, and reflection.

9:00 – Arrival & Morning Meeting

Students begin the day in a community circle where we:

  • Greet one another
  • Practice mindfulness or breathing
  • Discuss the day’s learning focus
  • Build social-emotional skills

🔬9:30 – STEAM Block

Students engage in hands-on learning experiences such as:

  • Engineering challenges
  • Science investigations
  • Maker projects
  • Collaborative problem-solving

🧺10:30 - Snack/Short Brain Break

Children enjoy healthy snacks and time to move their bodies.

💛10:45 - Mindfulness & SEL

Daily practices include:
• Yoga & movement
• Breathing exercises
• Emotional awareness
• Social skills development

Regular movement helps students stay focused and energized.

📚11:15 – Literacy & Math Workshops

Students work on foundational academic skills through:

  • Small group instruction
  • Reading and writing activities
  • Hands-on math exploration
  • Independent practice

Lessons are differentiated to support mixed ages and learning levels.

🧘‍♀️12:15 - Mindful Lunch + Movement Flow

Lunch is part of our learning experience, not just a break.

We use this time to build community, practice social skills, and help students reset for the afternoon.

🎨 1:15 – Creative Exploration / Projects

The afternoon invites students to expand their creativity through activities such as:

  • Art and design 
  • Creative building challenges
  • Storytelling
  • Continued project work on collaborative projects
  • Imaginative problem-solving

This time encourages imagination, collaboration, and self-expression.

🌿2:00 – Reflection + Dismissal

Students gather for a closing circle where they:

  • Project shares
  • Reflect on the day
  • Practice gratitude and community connection
  • Dismissal follows at 2:30 PM.

 

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