Integral education, preschool through high school. Financial aid and free school bus service. Kids practice life in a scaled down version of the larger world, including executive, legislative, and judicial branches of school government. With freedom and responsibility, kids grow to mature independence.
Keywords: education, alternative education, schools, democracy, integral education
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1984.
What is your primary product or service?
Preschool, elementary, and high school.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
We noticed the power of freedom and responsibility to grow healthy children into healthy adults. Our staff collectively hold teaching credentials for all grades and subjects in preschool, elementary, and high school.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are the only provider of integral education in the region.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One campus; no plans to expand.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Detailed directions provided when you call or email for more information.
What type of payments do you accept?
US dollars in any form.
Which areas do you service?
Primary service area: Dauphin, Cumberland, York, Perry counties. We also have families from Juniata, Lancaster, and Lebanon counties, and occasionally beyond.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
The Circle School is a nonprofit, a 501(c)(3), so we are "owned" by the general public. Our governing board includes parents, staff, students, and alumni.
What are your hours of operation?
School is open to our students 8am to 4pm, with flexible schedules for students. The office is open for extended hours.