Daily Schedule

A Day at The Joy Lab

Morning

  • Morning Circle
     Students gather to set intentions, share ideas, practice mindfulness, and connect as a community.

  • Morning Academics
    Focused small-group learning in:

  • Literacy

  • Math

  • Science / Inquiry

  • Integrated humanities

  • Spanish woven into daily routines

Instruction is personalized and research-based, ensuring each child is challenged at just the right level.

Mid-Day

  • Outdoor Play & Nature Exploration
    Children recharge through movement, social play, and time outside in the fresh air.

  • Lunch

  • Project-Based Learning
    Students dive into hands-on, real-world projects such as:

  • Investigating local ecosystems

  • Engineering design challenges

  • Storytelling and podcast creation

  • Cultural studies

  • Community service work

  • Science & making projects

Schedule A Tour

Afternoon

  • Self-Directed Learning Studio
    Students choose from a range of learning options:

  • Reading, writing, research

  • Art, crafts, design

  • Coding, robotics, building

  • Nature journaling

  • Passion projects

  • Closing Circle
    Reflection, gratitude, and sharing the day’s learning.