School for Independent Learners

Our daughter needed some individual instruction during the junior and senior years in several classes. SIL was great -- she really learned the material and she was very comfortable with and enjoyed the teachers. The instructors have mostly been at SIL for a long time - they are very strong and caring teachers, and they customoize their approach to match the needs and learning styles of the students.
—Submitted by a parent

Have found the school to be a great resource for a sick child. Teachers are adept at the material they teach, engaging and inspiring for the student. The focus is on MASTERY of the material - not busy work. My child has enjoyed the experience. Good communication and billing straight forward. Broad mix of students, some full time, others part time, and some are there for tutoring. I don't see a lot of parents on site, other than dropping off/picking up of the kids, but this is high school, not middle school or below. However, the school is inviting of the parents asking questions or attending the Friday barbeques where I found some of the teachers playing the drums, guitars, etc in an informal music session. Very positive experience!
—Submitted by a parent

My daughter dropped AP at the local high school because it was rote learning. At SIL she had intense intellectual discussions, more reading, less busy work and developed mentor relationships with caring, intelligent and demanding teachers, and she did well on the AP test. AT SIL, she loved learning.
—Submitted by a parent

The school is solid, my daughter has been able to keep on track with honor s classes even through a tough illness. Good communication with teachers and staff
—Submitted by a parent

Some people like this school. However, it doesn't require its teachers to be properly certificated, so their not good at understanding the learning needs of all students.
—Submitted by a parent

What a flexible and fun school! I'm impressed with the communication and the atmosphere. My son feels safe and happy. It is so good to have him happy again. He actually likes going to school. He likes his teachers and they present the info in a way he can relate to.
—Submitted by a parent

Great school, did what they said they would, unlike so many schools who just pay lip-service. Make kids feel safe and able -- they soar. Kids can move quickly and not be held back by administrative stuff or busy work. This keeps them interested and motivated.
—Submitted by a parent

My student found academic success at SIL. His teachers were awesome and he said he learned so much more in a week than he did in a year.
—Submitted by a parent