Forward Leap Micro-School

09/14/2025

* Exciting News from Forward Leap! *

We’re rebooting our learning community with a renewed focus on curiosity, creativity, and individualized learning for...middle schoolers this time! At Forward Leap, we’re passionate about helping children explore the world through hands-on, engaging curriculum units designed to spark a love of learning.

Our programs are perfectly suited for neurodiverse and neurotypical learners alike. Each unit is thoughtfully crafted to include:
* Adaptations for different learning disorders and sensory needs
* Cross-curricular lessons in math, language arts, science, social studies, P.E., health and art
* Fun, interactive projects that inspire critical thinking and creativity

We believe middle school is a time for exploration and growth, and our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment where every student can thrive.

What’s next? We’re gearing up to launch the new program soon, featuring our exclusive curriculum units (created by the owner, Laura) like The Secret Life of Abandoned Places, Disaster Response Command Center, and more!

Why choose Forward Leap?

*Small learning environment

*Hands-on, project-based curriculum

*Focus on emotional well-being, community, and resilience

Follow us here for updates, sneak peeks at our units, and tips!

09/18/2024

Get in touch for more information about Forward Leap!

Forward Leap is a learning community that supports homeschoolers and children who would thrive in a small educational environment.

09/09/2024

In this week's blog post, I provide some tips and strategies to incorporate fitness into the busy lives of parents/guardians. Come check it out and also get in touch if you are interested in having your child join the learning community in 2025!

Staying fit while balancing work and family life can be challenging. However, obtaining and maintaining a good fitness level is crucial to one's physical and mental wellbeing as well as overall energy levels. In short, it will have a positive ripple effect on all areas of life.In this blog post, I w...

09/08/2024

At Forward Leap, we are excited to serve the Down Syndrome population. With our experience in working with children who have this condition, our aim is to help them on their educational and personal journey each day they are in attendance. Check out our blog post about our inclusive practices when it comes to Down Syndrome!

Down syndrome is a common genetic condition that causes developmental delays in people that are diagnosed with it. Here at Forward Leap, we have experience working with children who have Down Syndrome and welcome them into our learning community.In this post, our commitment to inclusive education an...

08/20/2024

Sickness is always going around and children attending Forward Leap will most likely pick something up once in a while (despite my commitment to cleaning and disinfecting!). Because of this, some soothing soup might just be what parents need to have on hand for these times. Check out my chamomile flower chicken soup in our new blog post below and try it out when you and/or your child are feeling sick.

Chamomile flower chicken soup may be something a lot of people haven't heard of but it sure is worth trying on sick days!These days are an unavoidable part of a child's experience while attending school or daycare. They often arise due to the close proximity and interaction between children, making....

08/17/2024

Outdoor time is important for children. Even though there are only six hours in a day at Forward Leap Learning Community- we will still be enjoying the outdoors! The day will be structured so that we get 45 minutes to an hour in the fresh air. Read more about this in our new blog post!

Outdoor time is so important for children of any age. It promotes wellbeing- even if it is only done for a little bit! Whether it's playing in the backyard or going for a group walk- the benefits are immense.At Forward Leap, we understand the importance of providing enrolled children with opportunit...

07/29/2024

At Forward Leap, we support gifted learners and their unique abilities. Check out our new blog post about how they will thrive in our learning community!

Gifted learners are just one of the wonderful kinds of students (there are many!) that are seen in various school settings. Because of their differences, guiding them in their learning requires a thoughtful approach that needs to recognize their abilities and provide an environment in which they can...

07/24/2024

I love to try and share kid-friendly recipes. I thought it would be a great idea to provide parents of children attending Forward Leap, some ideas! Check out the chicken cauliflower rice recipe below and let me know what your family thought of it.

Kid friendly dinners are a must as a parent. It makes things easier as meal planning, prepping and preparing can be very challenging. By incorporating a variety of nutritious and appealing options into these dinners, parents can ensure that their children receive the essential nutrients they need wh...

07/17/2024

IXL is plays a role in a student's academic journey at Forward Leap. Come check out what is great about it and why we use it in the new blog post!

There are different opinions about the use of technology in education. A small number of parents don't like its usage in a school setting but at Forward Leap- we believe it has its place.There are some great learning programs that can be used and one of these is called, IXL. In this post, I will be....

07/08/2024

We have a lot of experience working with children on the autism spectrum and are passionate about it. Because of this, we want to make sure that Forward Leap can be a safe community that supports the learner who has this diagnosis. Check out the blog post below for more information.

Autism is what actually led to me wanting to create Forward Leap as our son has the diagnosis (level 2). Although we serve children of all abilities, our alternative school option might be a great choice for some children who are on the spectrum. In this post, I wanted to discuss how a child with au...

06/22/2024

Forward Leap is proud to be using the All About Reading curriculum to help students become strong readers. With the falling reading scores in the the area, we feel it is important to offer an alternative to the public schools. Check out the blog post for more information and get in touch today!

At Forward Leap, students are on a journey of personal and academic growth. One essential tool in our educational arsenal is the All About Reading program. This comprehensive reading curriculum is designed to engage young minds, build strong literacy skills, and foster a love for learning. Let's exp...

06/11/2024

With falling math scores comes the possible need for a different approach to math education. At Forward Leap Micro-School, we use the Math Mammoth curriculum which provides a rigorous, effective and mastery-based education. This may just be the change that is needed to get children to have a better grasp of mathematical concepts. If you are interested in what all Forward Leap can offer your child in grades preK-2nd, get in touch with us today!

Math is extremely important and nothing to skimp on when it comes to guiding children in the learning of it. My requirements of a curriculum for Forward Leap students was that it had to be very effective, mastery based and flexible. I eventually realized that I had already been using a curriculum wi...