MEANINGFUL EDUCATION
An Alternative Pathway to School
Combining Homeschooling and School
Supporting Self-Directed Learning
Community
We are a small and welcoming community serving a diverse group of middle and high schoolers (members).
Portfolios
We help members document their learning for use in college applications, resumes, and more.
Interests
Members have the time and space to pursue their interests in depth, often with opportunities to interact with experts in the field.
Mentoring
All of our members have a staff mentor that they meet with each week, to plan and reflect.
Opportunities
With freedom and flexibility members can access a whole world of resources and interesting people.
Flexible
Our learning environment can be adapted as needed by members, to meet their specific learning needs.
Classes
Our calendar will be filled with classes that represent the wide interests of our members.
Independence
We encourage members to take greater responsibility for their lives. This can make all the difference.
Out in the World
Apprentice at a local business. Take or sit in on college classes. Volunteer in an area of deep interest. Visit and tour businesses, colleges, museums, and more.
Opening in August 2026!
Get started today. Be in touch to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
College? Work? Travel?
Members who choose self-directed learning successfully move on to college and work, or even travel as a next step.
Are there state requirements?
The legal mechanism to control your own education is called homeschooling in the US. The Louisiana law may seem daunting, but it's simple to register and we provide the support you need to comply with the law.
Who is it for?
Members who want a different approach to learning. Those who: feel bored, unchallenged, and want more; have learning differences that schools don't address; want more time for a passion; feel lost or bullied at school; or find the structure and values of school confining and frustrating.
Cost?
Wayfinder is committed to making our community as widely accessible as possible. We work with families from all financial backgrounds. Learn more about becoming a member.
“Great educations aren’t passive experiences;
they’re active ones.”