The Inside Outside School - About Us - The Inside Outside School

We are a nature-based micro-school
Educating for Human Greatness!

Kindergarten through 5th grade

We currently have spots available in 4th and 5th grade for the 2020-21 school year.
We are also touring for the 2021-22 school year.
Please contact us using the link below for more info
about Fall 2021 enrollment or to schedule a tour.

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We are a nature based elementary school located on Gilleland Creek just north of Austin, Texas, offering children the opportunity to enjoy an enchanting childhood as they learn about the world and acquire the tools of learning that they need to explore the world. Our curriculum is integrated through year long themes.

We are an intentionally small community-based, progressive private elementary school located just north of Austin, TX. We are committed to an approach that supports how to think rather than what to think, authentic relevant coursework, appreciation for individuality, positive individual attention, and empowerment through choice.

Nature Based

Our Campus is 7.24 acres of wooded land
Animal Husbandry (Donkey, Chickens, and Goats)
The Farmer's Basket
Outdoor Classroom Space
Gilleland Creek
Squirrels, Turtles, Fish, Armadillos, Possums, Raccoon, Dragonflies, Damselflies, & Snakes.

Academics

Hands on Learning
Integrated Year-Long Thematic Instruction
Origo Stepping Stones Math Curriculum
Utilizing the Creek for Science Experiments
Reading & Writing Workshops
Social Emotional Learning - Yoga, Self-Regulation, Mindfulness, Conflict Resolution.

Electives

Gardening
Cooking
Sewing
Theater
Survival skills
Carpentry
Apothecary
Dance & Music
Tea Ceremony
Art

CommUnity

Community Stewardship
Weekly Democratic Meeting
Collecting Eggs
Plant Watering
Garden Care
Building Repairs
Emptying Trash
Sorting Recycling
Turning The Compost
Doing Dishes, Sweeping, & Mopping

Cobb Oven and Community