The Institute for the Development of Young Leaders - WAKE

The Institute for the Development of Young Leaders - WAKE

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The Institute for the Development of Young Leaders (IDYL) is a free public charter school rated #1 in NC for Student Academic Growth and we are expanding to Raleigh!

03/12/2026

Exciting news!

To keep up with all the amazing stories, events, and updates from both our Raleigh and Durham campuses, we invite you to follow our Network Page https://www.facebook.com/IDYLCharterSchools/

Don’t worry — you’ll still hear about everything happening at IDYL - Wake, plus lots more!

IDYL Public Charter Schools We provide a relevant child-centered education for historically underserved children by empowering students to take ownership of their learning and developing their skills to lead while supporting their wellness and community. Serving grades K-8.

03/10/2026

We’re still inspired by moments like this from our sister school’s Black History Wax Museum.

As we prepare to open this August, we look forward to creating the same meaningful experiences for our future scholars and families.

Enrollment for our founding students is now open:
https://forms.gle/MsLY1MpTnQh9A4Ao6

02/20/2026

Our Flagship School is #1 in North Carolina for student academic growth— and we’re just getting started!

Two Campuses. One Exceptional Education. A community where every child is known and valued. Proven results that prepare students for the future.

Now accepting applications for the 26-27 school year!
📍Raleigh: https://forms.gle/VuBLXXP8BF8wwuKo6
📍Durham: https://forms.gle/8QBZ9WfxxNqoQNiS7
Seats are limited and interest is high — don’t wait.
Apply today and join the #1 school family in the state.

Before she taught at IDYL, she led in the community. From creating Pittsboro’s first flag football league for children who couldn’t afford to play to nurturing confidence in her 1st grade scholars every day. This is what leadership looks like. This is what care looks like.

Thank you, Mrs. McCrimmon for your leadership, advocacy, and care! 02/18/2026

Our new school is rooted in a simple belief: every child deserves access to opportunity. As we launch our new campus, we are guided by leaders who have spent decades advocating for children and creating opportunities where none existed before. We can’t wait to welcome our founding families.

Apply today: https://forms.gle/9ru5beAEgQFLhPM68

Before she taught at IDYL, she led in the community. From creating Pittsboro’s first flag football league for children who couldn’t afford to play to nurturing confidence in her 1st grade scholars every day. This is what leadership looks like. This is what care looks like. Thank you, Mrs. McCrimmon for your leadership, advocacy, and care!

Photos from The Institute for the Development of Young Leaders - WAKE's post 02/17/2026

We are excited to open enrollment March 1st! Make sure your applications are in and take a look at some of the FAQs answered by our founder and CEO, Yvette Munroe.

Apply here-> https://forms.gle/b69rkYGQzBLJobKU9

Photos from The Institute for the Development of Young Leaders - WAKE's post 12/17/2025

Teachers by day. Elves by night. ❤️❤️

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Location

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Address

9400 Forum Drive
Raleigh, NC
27615

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm