A free nonprofit directory helping families discover small, personalized schools where every child thrives.
We provide high-quality information that helps families choose a great alternative education, helps micro schools strive for excellence, and helps communities diminish unfairness in education.
Resources to find, compare, and advocate for the best learning environment for your child.
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More equitable, accessible education options so every family has a real choice.
A micro school is a small, intentional learning community — often with fewer than 15 students — that blends the best of homeschooling, private school, and innovative pedagogy into a personalized experience.
Search our growing directory of micro schools across Texas and beyond. Filter by city, format, grade level, and more to find the perfect fit for your family.
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Explore some of the outstanding micro schools in our directory.
San Antonio, TX
In PersonPreK-8 learner-driven microschool. Part of the Acton Academy learner-driven network.
San Antonio, TX
In PersonMastery-based micro-academy ages 9-13. KaiPod partner school.
New Braunfels, TX
HybridHigh-school microschool / hybrid academy. KaiPod featured partner.
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“We moved our daughter to a micro school and the transformation was incredible. She went from dreading school to waking up excited every morning.”
“Great Micro Schools made it easy for families to find us. Our enrollment doubled within a year of being listed.”
“The personalized attention my son gets is unmatched. His teachers actually know him — his strengths, his challenges, his interests.”
Great Micro Schools was founded by Norma D. Jean, an educator, advocate, and lifelong student of the human experience. With a background spanning early childhood education, homeschooling, and running her own state-registered daycare, Norma is dedicated to educational reform built on low student-to-teacher ratios and emotional intelligence. She created Great Micro Schools to help families find learning environments where every child can truly thrive.
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Choosing a micro school or homeschooling path doesn't have to mean shouldering every cost alone. Here's an overview of the funding options that can help make it work for your family.
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