“We cannot solve the problems of our time with the same thinking that created them.”
— Albert Einstein

Middle school is a threshold—one of the most profound developmental shifts of childhood. Adolescents are craving independence, belonging, and meaning, while still needing structure, mentorship, and clear boundaries.

At Down to Earth, we’ve designed a middle school model that meets adolescents where they actually are—and prepares them for the world they are growing into. Philosophically, we believe adolescence is a time for autonomy, exploration and self discovery. Pedagogically, we are pulling from concepts similar to Liberated Learners, Agile Learning, Acton Academies and Sudbury models - in essence, educational self determination and school sociocracy.

This is not school as usual.
It’s intentional, relational, and built for real growth.

Join us March 4th at 6pm for an online informational night!

Important Links:

• Presentation recording January 29th  (first info night - pretty long) 

• Presentation January 3rd (second info night - a bit shorter) 

• Self Directed Middle School Information Handout

• Mock Schedule (day, month, term) 

• Mock Yearly At-a-glance Calendar

• Pre-enrollment form (completing this application indicates you’re strongly considering our program for your child)

• Flyer (to share on socials, or print and post in public)

• Admission and Tuition Information

• Enrollment window ends: March 30

• Viability confirmed: April 3

If you have any questions feel free to email us at info@downtoearthforestschool.com. We are happy to set up a meeting to chat with you individually.