Acton Academy (Main Campus)→

Location: Central Austin
2201 Alexander Avenue
Austin, TX 78722
Students served: Elementary School, ages 6 through 11; Middle School, ages 11 through 14; High School, ages 14 through 18
Current enrollment: 100 max
Model/philosophy: Every child has a gift that can change the world in a profound way. Acton’s mission is to inspire each child and parent who enters the doors to discover a calling that will change the world.
Special features: Original flagship campus in the Acton Academy Network of over 300 campuses in 20+ countries around the world. Adaptive apps for math and language, project-based learning, Socratic discussion groups, examination of the Hero’s Journey and how it applies personally to each young person. Real-world exploration via hands-on apprenticeships, deep industry studies, and life-changing interviews.
Schedule: 8am–3:15pm Monday through Friday, September through mid-July
Tuition: $1,354 per month for an 11-month school year (total $14,894)
Contact: Chase Pattillo | info@actonmain.org | schedule a call at calendly.com/actonmain/call

Acton Academy Bee Cave→

Location: Lakeway / Bee Cave
14913 Murfin Rd
Austin, TX 78734
Students served: Spark Studio, ages 4–6; Explore Studio, ages 6–8; Travel Studio, ages 8–11; Adventure Studio, ages 11–15; Launch Pad, ages 14–18
Current enrollment: 50 students
Model/philosophy: Acton Academy is the most student-centered learning environment in the world and does education like you've never seen before. It is completely different. Acton Academy believes that every child is born with potential to find their calling and change the world. Acton Academy promises your child will: begin a Hero's Journey; learn to be a curious, independent, lifelong learner; develop a deep respect for economic, political, and religious freedoms; cherish the arts, wonders of the physical world, and mysteries of life on Earth; discover their most precious gifts and learn to use them to solve difficult problems.
Special features: At Acton Academy children learn in a collaborative studio of multi-age learners. This flexible approach challenges each student to determine their own differentiated learning plan and inspires them through real-world projects and experiences. Acton's Learner Driven Community puts children at the center of their learning, allowing them to create and maintain personal goals and relational covenants and contracts, as they Learn to Learn, Learn to Do, and Learn to Be. Acton believes each child has a gift that can change the world in a profound way. Acton believes in a closely connected community of families and lifelong learners. The Acton Bee Cave middle and high school programs (Adventure Studio and Launchpad) feature apprenticeships, service, Socratic discussions, business fairs, group projects, and writing. The campus is located on 5 acres with lots of room to soak in nature and do projects outside. Each studio has its own space and structure, and it’s absolutely beautiful!
Schedule: Dropoff 8:15–8:45am; the first Socratic discussion of the day (called Launch) starts at 8:45am. School finishes at 3:15pm. School year runs early September to mid-July. There is a week-long break every 6 weeks.
Tuition: $1,375 a month for 11 months per year, or $15,125 a year
Contact: Matt Briggs | 512-387-4043 | matthew@actonbeecave.org | https://actonbeecave.org

Acton Academy West (the Westlake campus)→

Location: West Lake Hills (serving Westlake, Rollingwood, Barton Hills, Tarrytown, and surrounding West Austin areas)
3423 Bee Cave Road
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Students served: Spark program (ages 4-5), Elementary (1st–5th), Middle School (6th–8th), and High School (9th–12th)
Current enrollment: 90
Model/philosophy: Every child has a gift that can change the world in a profound way. The school’s mission is to inspire each child to find their calling and develop the passion to pursue it. The founders believe that “learning to do”, “learning to be,” and "learning to learn" are more important than “learning to know.”
Special features: Acton Academy West Austin, founded in 2015, is a student-led, self-paced, private accredited school. The school uses online adaptive software for math and language, project-based learning, Socratic discussion groups, and examination of the Hero’s Journey and how it applies personally to each student. The campus is set back off of the road in Westlake, on a 6-acre magical property where the students enjoy a major focus on outdoor time and unstructured play. The campus participates in competitive private school league sports, including soccer, flag football, and basketball. Each team, in each sport, has held an undefeated season, and this year the all-girls basketball team won the championship.
Schedule: Monday–Friday 8:30am–3:15pm, year-round Sept–July. See the school’s calendar here.
Tuition: $1,200 per month for 11 months ($13,200 total per year)
Contact: Jayme Bynum, Head of School | info@actonacademywestaustin.com | actonacademywest.com (elementary & middle school) | high-school.actonacademywest.com (high school)

Alpha High School→

Location:  Downtown/Central Austin
201 Colorado St
Austin, TX 78701
Students served:  Grades 9–12
Current enrollment:  50+; rolling admissions for the current school year, with small class sizes for personalized attention
Model/philosophy:  Alpha High is a mastery-based, self-paced private program that uses adaptive/AI-powered learning for core academics. Students typically complete rigorous coursework in about 2–3 hours per day, then spend afternoons in guide-led workshops and project work that emphasize practical life skills, goal-setting, and long-term “Masterpiece” challenges.
Special features:  Guide mentoring and motivation models; life-skills workshops (e.g., public speaking/storytelling, personal finance, entrepreneurship); and AlphaX “Masterpiece” work (a multi-year program culminating in an ambitious, student-driven project). Alpha High highlights city-based workshops and excursions, as well as personalized college counseling.
Schedule:  8:15am–4pm, Monday–Friday (drop-off 8:15–8:30am; pickup 3:30–4pm). Morning academics are designed to be completed efficiently, followed by afternoon workshops/projects. General term calendar: August–June.
Tuition: $40,000 per year; $1,000 non-refundable deposit; 5% sibling discount (second child and beyond); 10 equal monthly payments (Aug–Jun) option
Contact:  admissions.austinhigh@alpha.school | (512) 240-2694

Apogee Dripping Springs Micro High School→

Location: Dripping Springs
26650 Ranch Rd 12
Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (inside of DSPC)
Students served: High School (Grades 9–12)
Current enrollment: 9 full-time, 3 part-time, plus enrichment / field trip students (homeschoolers)
Model/philosophy: Apogee Dripping Springs is not just a high school but a transformative bridge to adulthood. Tailored for discerning parents and motivated students, this micro-school uniquely blends rigorous academics with crucial life skills, such as financial literacy and emotional intelligence. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and community engagement, preparing students for real-world challenges. Each student receives personalized mentorship alongside practical experiences through internships and community projects. At Apogee Dripping Springs, education is a transformative journey, molding students into adaptable, life-ready individuals poised to succeed in an ever-changing world. All parents who enroll their teens in ADS will automatically be enrolled in an adult mentorship program hosted by the Apogee Strong Foundation.
Special features: Project-based learning, thematic teaching, Socratic discussions, hands-on learning, home economics, culinary class, internships, character development, ACC dual credit
Schedule: Core Program is Monday–Friday 8:30am–3:40pm. Part-time is Tuesday/Thursday 8:30–3:30pm
Tuition: $15,500 annual tuition; $150 one-time application fee; $600 annual supply fee
Contact: Sarah Pevehouse, Founder | info@apogeedrippingsprings.com

Appamada School→

Location: Dripping Springs
26450 Ranch Road 12
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Students served: K–12
Current enrollment: Rolling admissions with a maximum of 85 students (elementary: 15, junior high and high school: 70)
Model/philosophy: Appamada School nurtures a reverent culture that allows students to feel safe enough to be their authentic selves. When in that vulnerable space, students can learn in a connected way that honors taking risks and pushing boundaries. Appamada is a student-centered and process-based program that focuses on creative growth rather than outcomes, fostering the nonlinear nature of learning that comes naturally to humans. From kindergarten through 12th grade, the program celebrates learning through play and collaboration over competition.
Special features: Full-time and part-time options; nurturing, compassionate environment for elementary, junior high, and high school; individualized curriculum made vital through relating academics to a student's personal talents and passions; 12:1 student:teacher ratio; a large variety of unique class offerings; optional college admissions test prep; use of technology; deep Socratic inquiry; holistic student evaluations; relationship-centric culture and community
Schedule: 9am–3pm (Elementary), 8:45am–3:30pm (Junior High & High School); Monday–Friday, mid August–late May. Please visit the school's website for more details.
Tuition: Elementary (K–5th grade), full-time, $15,000 per year; Junior High (6th–8th grade), full-time, $18,500 per year; High School (9th-12th grade), full-time, $19,500 per year. See website for part-time (M-W-F) options.
Contact: Dave Haumer, Director | 512-484-4976 | dave@appamadaschool.com

Athena Micro-academy of Austin→

Location: TBD
Students served: Students in grades 6–12 who are self-directed and thrive in smaller social spaces
Current enrollment: Launching Fall 2026 and enrolling now for the 2026–2027 school year; each learning pod will be 12–15 students to one learning coach
Model/philosophy: Athena commits to providing a small, year-round, blended learning environment where self-directed students engage in a relationship-centered program. Athena fosters a love of learning, allows students to feel safe to be themselves, and ensures they develop strong life and leadership skills that support their college, career, and adulthood readiness.
Special features: Choose your own curriculum from a library of vetted options; year-long, self-paced, blended learning program; full-time program; mixed-age learning pods; daily signature programs, including Athena's Council (life and leadership skills) and Voces (Spanish language learning); Flex Fridays rotate between meaningful community service opportunities and fun excursions in the Austin area; student opportunities for leading and/or participating in student clubs; Founder and Lead Learning Coach has 21+ years of education and education leadership experience in the Houston and Austin areas.
Schedule: Monday–Thursday 8:30am–3:30pm, Friday 8:30am–12pm; year-round with 2-week intercessions every 6/7 weeks; optional after-school program and tutoring available Monday–Thursday 3:30–5:00pm
Tuition: $17,000 annual tuition; monthly payment option available; sibling discounts; $250 one-time, non-refundable application fee
Contact: Mily Pérez, Founder | info@amaustin.org

Clearview Sudbury School and WonderView Preschool→

Location: East Central Austin
1507 Wilshire Blvd
Austin, TX 78722
Students served: Clearview Sudbury School ages 5–18; WonderView Preschool ages 3–5
Current enrollment: Clearview 30–40 students; WonderView Preschool 5–12 students
Model/philosophy: Clearview Sudbury School serves learners ages 5-18 with the Sudbury education model; WonderView Preschool offers child-led, play-based early childhood education
Special features: Clearview offers a supportive and proven model of self-directed education in a democratically run school; WonderView Preschool offers a similar ethos for early childhood.
Schedule: Clearview Sudbury School operates Monday–Friday 8:30am–4pm and follows AISD calendar for days off. WonderView Preschool operates Monday–Friday 9am–1pm, with aftercare available 1-4pm; follows AISD holidays off; available during the school year as well as year-round enrollment.
Tuition: Clearview tuition is currently $11,400 per year; sibling discount of 25% for the second child and 50% for subsequent children; there is an option to apply for a limited amount of reduced tuition based on the family’s ability to pay. WonderView Preschool year-round 5-day tuition is $900 per month; please review the website for part-time and aftercare tuition options.
Contact: Shawna Pitts, Clearview Sudbury School Admissions | 512-524-0085 | shawna@clearviewsudburyschool.org;
Cari Keller, Director, WonderView Preschool | 512-777-0852 | preschool@clearviewsudburyschool.org

Fusion Academy→

Location: West Austin
4701 Bee Caves Road, Suite 101
Austin, TX 78746
Students served: The Academy is available for 5th–12th graders; tutoring provided for all ages.
Current enrollment: Fusion is year-round, so students can start classes at any time because their classes are one-on-one; maximum of 65 students in the Academy.
Model/philosophy: Fusion Academy is unique in that every class is taught with one teacher and one student. This allows teachers to create a very customized and supportive learning environment for each and every student.  The Academy also provides students with a fun, creative, and full school culture; even though classes are taught one-to-one, the structure allows a strong emphasis on socialization.
Special features: What makes Fusion work is the commitment to meeting each student right where they are, creating a meaningful connection, and finding the very best way to unlock each student’s passion for learning and discovery.  Also, all homework is completed on campus, to help take stress out of the home. Students can be fully enrolled, dual-enrolled with another school, or take individual classes for credit.
Schedule: Most students take classes Monday–Thursday, and Fridays are optional. Fusion has flexible schedules to work around a student’s schedule.
Tuition: Total tuition is calculated on a per-course basis, and cost per course for the current school year varies, as follows:
     High school tuition: $3,490 per semester per course
     Middle school tuition: $4,050 per semester per course
     Tutoring, including SAT/ACT test prep: $100 per hour
Contact: Amanda Garrett | (512) 330-0188 | agarrett@fusionacademy.com

Great Minds Learning Community→

Location: Pflugerville (serving Austin, Pflugerville, Round Rock, and surrounding areas)
3400 Rowe Lane
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Students served: Gifted and twice-exceptional learners in Grades 5–12. Small classes with a maximum 7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Current enrollment: 27. Limited spots available.
Model/philosophy: Great Minds Learning Community is an intellectually rich private school for neurodiverse thinkers who are gifted or twice-exceptional (bright with learning differences/challenges/disabilities, such as dysgraphia, dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADD/ADHD, sensory processing challenges, Asperger's/High Functioning Autism, anxiety, depression, other health conditions, or social difficulties). GMLC students are bright, quirky, creative individuals seeking a smaller group, sensory support, intellectual freedom, and a built-in small tribe of like-minded thinkers that "get" them and give them wings to thrive. There is a balance of structure (with guided support for lagging skills) and intellectual and personal freedom. Academically strong, strengths-based, focusing on the 21st-Century skills through real-world, project-based learning. Nurturing each student within their "stretch zone" through a relationship-based approach, small class sizes, growth mindset, and 7:1 student-teacher ratio with a strong focus on social, emotional, and executive-function skills with a close-knit, caring community.
Special features: Tailored to meet the needs of gifted and twice-exceptional (2e) neurodiverse young people and the intense, challenging, and exhilarating facets that being gifted or 2e brings to your child's educational experience—intellectually, socially, and emotionally. Student-driven with lots of voice and choice, combined with guided supports and a framework to create a balanced approach. For students who would benefit from a nurturing, small-group, hands-on environment and who crave the freedom to pursue their passions and intense intellectual curiosity to the beat of their own drummer with like-minded peers. Close-knit, caring community.
Schedule: Tuesday through Thursday, 9am–3pm, August–May, with short breaks throughout the year to allow time for recharging and travel; drop-off from 8:30am, pick-up until 3:30pm. Optional Mondays, same schedule.
Tuition: $16,200 per year, with a $650 supply fee. Optional 4th day (Monday) program $2300. 20% sibling discount.
Contact: Deanne Repich, Head of School | 512-750-1417 | info@greatmindslc.com

Griffin School→

Location: Central Austin
5001 Evans Avenue & 5206 Eilers Avenue
Austin, TX 78751
Students served: 9th–12th grades
Current enrollment: 166
Model/philosophy: Founded in 1996, Griffin School provides students with a high school program that values individuality, creativity, and community. What makes Griffin unique is the balance between a rigorous college preparatory academic program and a vibrant, creative, and supportive school community. Griffin students gain admission into some of the best colleges and universities across the country; more importantly, they become creative, curious, authentic human beings.
Special features: Interactive classes average 12 students. Academic programming fosters artistic expression, critical thinking, and genuine involvement in the school and Austin community. The school offers Advanced Placement courses across all disciplines, a broad array of fine arts classes, and a competitive sports program. The campus is centrally located in the historic Hyde Park neighborhood. Learn more by scheduling a tour with admissions@griffinschool.org.
Schedule: 9am–4pm; more or less follows the AISD calendar
Tuition: $21,600 plus Annual Fee of $1,500
Contact: Caroline Wilson | 512-454-5797 | admisssions@griffinschool.org

Hedge School Cooperative→

Location: Dripping Springs (Southwest of Austin)
200 S. Canyonwood Dr.
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Students served: Middle and high school
Current enrollment: 15 students currently; max student:teacher ratio 10:1
Model/philosophy: The Cooperative offers consent-based education for the development of critical thinking skills, creativity, and compassion. Serving grades 8–12, the school welcomes and celebrates all individuals including, but not limited to, LGBTQIA+.
Special features: The Hedge School Coop holds seminar-style classes in which all grade levels learn together, with and from their teacher and each other. The school strives to build not just a center for learning but also a community of learners.
Schedule: Monday–Thursday 9:45am–3pm; 2-day and 4-day tracks available. Annual calendar similar to that of local public schools.
Tuition: Enrollment fee, $300; 2-day tuition, monthly $600; 4-day tuition, monthly $900.
Contact: Dr. Erin Flynn | 512-710-0328 | hedgeschoolcoop@gmail.com

Huntington-Surrey School→

Location: North Central Austin
4001 Speedway
Austin TX 78751
Students served: Grades 9–12
Current enrollment: 32
Model/philosophy: Huntington-Surrey is a private micro high school in Austin, Texas, with a focus on learning and preparing students for college as well as for life.
Special features: Huntington-Surrey’s student-to-teacher ratio is the smallest of any private school in Austin, with a typical ratio of 5:1 in core classes and 1:1 in its unique Oxford Tutorial–style literature classes. It also offers student-choice-driven electives, personalized college advising, and the ACC Dual Credit Program. Teachers accommodate many learning differences. The school has been an Austin institution since 1973 and is accredited by Cognia.
Schedule: Monday–Thursday 8:15am–3:55pm and Friday electives 8:50am–12:10pm; Friday afternoon clubs
Tuition: $19,500 ($500 discount for prepaying the year)
Contact: Michael Zumpano, Head of School | 512-502-5400 | contact form on website

Innovation Learning Lab→

Locations: Cedar Park and South Austin
Full address provided upon inquiry for a tour or Trial Day
W. New Hope Dr.
Cedar Park, TX 78613
W. Slaughter Ln
Austin, TX 78748
Students served: Ages 8–18; ages 5–7 welcome with older sibling enrollment
Current enrollment: 25 total unique students (Innovators) across days/locations; 5:1 Innovator-to-Guide/Aide ratio; up to 20 Innovators per day
Model/philosophy: Innovation is a dynamic homeschool hub catering to families that value social development and academic excellence. The program nurtures the whole child as an integral part of a vibrant, secular learning community. The student-centered approach revolves around community building, social-emotional learning, and engaging inquiry-based projects. Innovation Learning Lab welcomes diverse, emotionally aware, and inclusive families.
Special features: Mindfulness centered with growth-mindset nourishment sprinkled throughout the day, with a community focused on building each other up while leaning into individual goals in a mixed-age setting offering tons of outdoor time, projects, and a variety of semester-long classes to choose from, including language, STEAM, and more!
Schedule: Mondays (South Austin) 10am–2pm; Wednesdays (Cedar Park) 10am–2:30pm; Fridays (Cedar Park) 10am–4pm. Please see the website for current class offerings and schedule.
Tuition: Full days $200/day per month. Friday 2pm-4pm Add Ons: CAD (Computer Assisted Design) $140/month, Playcare $60/month. Scholarships are available, with more details on the website.
Contact: Tamara Button, Director | Tamara@InnovationLearningLab.com | 512-655-3103

Lake Travis STEM Academy→

Location: Cedar Park
3315 El Salido Pkwy,
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Students served: K–12; homeschool à la carte classes available, too
Current enrollment: Approximate range 20–50 students in multi-grade classes; 4:1 minimum student:teacher class ratio and 12:1 maximum, as well as one-to-one instruction available! LTSA welcomes homeschoolers for à la carte classes or to join in field experiences.
Model/philosophy: Lake Travis STEM Academy is an accredited, private K–12 STEM school built on evidence-based learning models. The academy employs several pedagogical approaches and ideological frameworks to create an authentic, student-centered curriculum. Science, technology, engineering, and math are integrated across subjects. Small class sizes allow for more individualized learning and opportunities for participation. Experiential learning drives student growth through meaningful experiences.
Special features: Lake Travis STEM Academy teaches 21st-century skills necessary for success in a changing world: critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaboration, and caring (LTSA's added Social and Emotional Learning component). Subjects are connected to real-world problems inspired by a yearly phenomenon (much like Finland's model of learning!). Skills and concepts are applied to address constraints (students work within real limitations like time, budget, materials, rules, or environmental limits) in the context of memorable projects.
Schedule: Lake Travis STEM Academy is a 4-day school (following Finland's model of learning, to give students and families a balanced work week). Fridays are still learning days; they are asynchronous learning days, club days, or, for older kids, internship days! Elementary grades hours are 8:10am–2:30pm (after-school care available); Middle and High School grades hours are 8:10am–3:30pm. LTSA follows a regular school calendar year with a summer break.
Tuition: Incentivized tuition if paid in full by June 1st. Payment options are available. All fees are published on the website.
Contact: Please click on the "Admissions" button on the school’s website and follow Step 1 to schedule a call or virtual session with Kori McLain (Founder and Director) to get more information.