We educate the whole child.
We educate the whole child, physically, emotionally, and intellectually, with a focus on outdoor education and child-led learning.
Every child is a natural-born learner. We just help them love learning again.
Academic purpose and whole-child care, together.
Through hands-on, differentiated, creative and critical-thinking focused lessons, we help all learners be successful. Outdoor and child-led learning deepens our curriculum — it never replaces the fundamentals of reading, writing, and math.
With small class sizes and highly qualified teachers and tutors, we meet every learner where they are and grow their confidence, character, and academics side by side.
We believe all children:
can learn.
have unique abilities and strengths.
are worth the effort.
can achieve great things.
A quick look at The Learning Habitat.
- Classes run for 30 weeks; September–May (2026–2027 Calendar available)
- Grades TK–12th grade
- All classes are in-person
- Class sizes are approximately 6–10 Learners to 1 Tutor (6:1 on average)
- Two classroom-based locations: Indian Trail and Monroe
- Forest School options available
- Highly qualified teachers and tutors
- Classes from 9am–3pm at both locations, 4 days a week; 9am–1pm on Fridays at Monroe
- Required outside play/break time in every class
- NC ESA+ Approved Provider and Opportunity Scholarship School
Meet our tutors and staff.
Our experienced, caring team brings purposeful academics and whole-child support to every learner. Get to know the people who make it happen.
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T-shirts, hoodies, totes, and more — rep The Learning Habitat wherever you go.
Come see what learning looks like here.
We would love to give you a tour and help you find the right schedule for your child.