The Greenhouse School

Our Approach

Whole-child education. Biblical truth. Real-world learning.

Whole Child. Whole Purpose.

Learning designed around how children grow.

Spirit

Faith and character aren’t a subject we schedule in. Biblical truth is the lens children learn to see themselves, their work, and the world through.

Mind

We teach to mastery, not the calendar—prioritizing literacy, writing and communication while building strong mathematical, scientific and historical understanding.

Children playing and moving together outdoors

Body

Movement, nutrition, nature and healthy rhythms aren’t a break from learning—we treat them as part of it.

Life

Children practice creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, cooking, making and serving—skills that connect what they learn to how they’ll actually live.

Young child in a group learning environment

Known by name

Personalized by design.

Small-group learning means a teacher actually notices things: the question a child almost didn’t ask, the concept that finally clicked, the quiet moment when confidence starts to show. A standardized classroom doesn’t have room for that kind of attention. We built ours around it.

Children move forward when they’ve actually mastered something—not because a calendar says it’s time. A child’s academics, character, and emotional growth aren’t separate boxes to check; they’re one developing person, and we treat them that way.

Chanthany Derico, Founder of The Greenhouse School

Chanthany DericoFounder & Lead Cultivator

Character is cultivated

Formed through real life, not just talked about.

Honesty & Courage

Children are encouraged to speak truth, ask questions, attempt difficult things and grow through mistakes.

Diligence & Stewardship

Meaningful work, shared spaces and practical responsibilities help children learn to care well for what God has entrusted to them.

Kindness & Gratitude

Relationships provide daily opportunities to practice consideration, appreciation, service and restoration when conflict happens.