Microschool Founder Resources
Practical guidance for building a microschool.
Straightforward, no-cost resources to help you make informed decisions and take meaningful action — wherever you are in the journey.
FREE WORKSHOP
Before You Apply: Inside the Catalyst Application
A free workshop for aspiring microschool founders. Learn what we look for, strengthen your responses, and get your questions answered live.
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START HERE — TWO FREE RESOURCES
Not sure where to begin? These are the best first steps.
"Is Starting a Microschool Right for You?"
Our most-downloaded resource walks you through what a microschool is, considerations for starting a school, understanding benefits and challenges, and practical steps to shape your path. Includes worksheets, self assessment, and more.
Microschool Basics Course
A free, self-paced course that walks you through the decisions every founder makes — five modules, real activities, and a readiness packet you keep. The best way to learn what it takes before you commit.
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Understand Microschools
Learn how microschools work and explore different models — from Montessori and classical to nature-based and faith-based. See how a microschool compares to charter, private, homeschool, and learning pods.
Plan Your School
Clarify your vision, the students and families you’ll serve, your timeline, and your priorities — the raw material of a strong Catalyst application.
Learn from Founders
Hear what experienced microschool founders have learned from building real schools — the wins, the surprises, and the advice they’d give their past selves.
Inside KaiPod Catalyst
Learn more about the program that has helped hundreds of microschool founders follow a step-by-step roadmap to open their schools with the support of expert advisors and a close community.
Experience the guidance behind Catalyst—for free.
Attend one or several. Register for each session individually.
Microschool Founder Workshop Series
Marketing. Enrollment. Financials. Operations. Launch Planning.
Get practical guidance and live Q&A with the KaiPod team—a firsthand look at the expertise behind Catalyst. Choose the sessions you’re interested in most.
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