"What is essential is to realize that children learn independently, they learn out of interest and curiosity, not to please or appease the adults in power; and that they ought to be in control of their own learning, deciding for themselves what they want to learn and how they want to learn it."
- John Holt, Author of How Children Learn
Traditional schooling often reduces learning to worksheets, lectures, and standardized tests. At Ivy Greene, we ask a different question:
"What kind of work would inspire a young person to care?"
Our learning design team crafts real-world challenges that make learners want to engage. Whether they’re solving a problem, launching a business, writing a book, or preparing for an exhibition, learners take ownership of their goals and outcomes.
This shift from compliance to curiosity creates learners who are intrinsically motivated, not just externally rewarded.
We don’t design our school around fitting children into a system. We design it around the learner — as a whole, capable person. That means giving them time to ask questions, fail forward, reflect, and grow.
In many schools, the system is the main character. At Ivy Greene, your child is the main character.
We want them to discover not just how to learn, but why it matters — to find their purpose, develop their gifts, and serve others with excellence.
Instead of meaningless busywork, our learners take on quests, challenges, and projects that are messy, creative, and rich with possibility. Our guides don’t provide all the answers. Instead, they ask powerful questions and model a growth mindset.
This is learning design in action:
✅ Learner-driven goals
✅ Collaborative problem-solving
✅ Real accountability
✅ Freedom with responsibility
✅ Deep engagement
When you choose Ivy Greene Academy, you’re not just choosing a different curriculum — you’re choosing a different philosophy of education. One where:
Your child is respected as capable and curious.
Failure is a natural part of growth.
Success is measured in character, effort, and impact.
Learning is joyful, hard, meaningful work.
We design learning experiences that prepare children not just for tests — but for life.
We invite you to visit a morning launch, tour our studios, or attend one of our parent nights to experience learning design firsthand. You’ll quickly see why learners at Ivy Greene Academy are different — and why they’re thriving.
Because when learning is designed with purpose, everything changes.
About
Ivy Greene Academy provides a Christ-centered education that fosters academic excellence, spiritual growth, and a heart for service. Rooted in the belief that every learner is a unique creation of God, we cultivate their gifts and talents to prepare them for a purpose-driven life. Our vision is to develop independent, resilient leaders who choose to follow Christ.
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