K-8th Grade • Riverview, FL

Empowering Confident Learners & Curious Explorers

An in-person Home Education Instructional and Enrichment Program for homeschool students in Hillsborough County. We supplement your home education with small-group academics, hands-on enrichment, and personalized attention—Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Approved Step Up for Students Provider

Accredited Acellus Curriculum

Mon – Fri

Days and hours may vary based on availability. Full daily schedule will be provided upon enrollment.

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Why Families Choose Explorers Micro School

An in-person Home Education Instructional and Enrichment Program for homeschool students—combining structured academics with meaningful hands-on experiences

Program Schedule
Monday – Friday

Days and hours may vary based on availability.

Acellus

Acellus Curriculum Resource

As part of our in-person instructional program, we use the Acellus curriculum as a learning resource in Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Students work at their own pace with daily guidance from our instructors.

Real-World Enrichment

Cooking, gardening, project-based learning, career awareness, and life skills development bring academic concepts to life through hands-on application.

Home-Based Setting

A thoughtfully outfitted residential home creates a calm, comfortable atmosphere where children feel safe, connected, and engaged—ideal for focused learning.

Small Class Sizes

Individualized attention in small cohorts ensures every child receives personalized support, builds strong relationships, and develops confidence.

Whole Child Development

Beyond academics, we nurture creativity, problem-solving, social-emotional learning, and independence—preparing students for life beyond the classroom.

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Sister to Homeschool Explorers Hillsborough

Building on years of community-based learning with Homeschool Explorers while offering a structured daytime academic option with consistency and accountability.

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Young kids taking care of plants in school garden during at outdoor sustainable education class, planting flowers, herbs and vegetables. Concept of experiential learning, ecoliteracy.
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Acellus

Curriculum Resource

Used in Our In-Person Program

Our In-Person Instructional & Enrichment Program

Structured Academics Meet Hands-On Learning

At Explorers Micro School, we provide in-person instruction and enrichment that supplements your family's home education. We use the Acellus curriculum as a learning resource for core academics, then extend those concepts through meaningful hands-on, real-world activities that build confidence and deepen understanding.

In-Person Core Academics

Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies taught in person through small-group instruction, using the Acellus curriculum as a learning resource

Program Schedule

Monday – Friday
Days and hours may vary based on availability. Full daily schedule provided upon enrollment.

Experiential Enrichment

Cooking, gardening, environmental studies, team-building, and career awareness activities

Critical Thinking & Life Skills

Project-based learning, problem-solving, social-emotional development, and personal interest exploration

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Daily Schedule

Age-Appropriate Cohorts & Schedules

Homeschool students are grouped into two cohorts for developmentally aligned instruction. Each cohort follows a structured daily schedule balancing in-person academic time with enrichment, movement, and social connection—designed to supplement and enhance your home education.

Elementary Cohort

Kindergarten through 5th/6th Grade

Schedule: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Academic focus with hands-on enrichment activities

Middle School Cohort

6th through 8th Grade

Schedule: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Advanced curriculum with career awareness & project-based learning

Note: The staggered schedule allows for focused instruction, efficient use of our home-based space, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for each age group.

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2026-2027 School Year

Tuition & Enrollment Information

Explorers Micro School is a tuition-based Home Education Instructional and Enrichment Program for homeschool students, offering flexible payment options to meet your family's needs.

Standard Program

$225/week

Standard tuition includes the regular Explorers Micro School program—small-group in-person instruction, academic support, enrichment activities, and individualized attention.

What's Included:

  • Core academics in Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies, using the Acellus curriculum as a resource
  • Daily supervised learning & guidance
  • Hands-on enrichment activities (cooking, gardening, life skills)
  • Small class sizes & individualized attention
  • Safe, home-based learning environment

Payment Options:

Step Up for Students

Approved Provider · PEP & UA Accepted

Afterpay

Pay in installments

Weekly Payments

Flexible week-to-week billing

Private Pay

Out-of-pocket tuition

Parent & Family Handbook

Review & Sign Parent Handbook

Parents and guardians are required to review and electronically sign the Parent & Family Handbook as part of enrollment.

Questions about enrollment? Contact us to discuss how we can support your child's educational journey.

Officially Approved Provider

We're an Approved Step Up Provider!

Great news for Florida families! Explorers Micro-School is now an approved Step Up For Students provider. Eligible families may now use their Step Up scholarship funds toward qualifying services offered through Explorers Micro-School.

  • Direct Pay Provider — scholarship funds are paid directly to Explorers Micro-School on your behalf.
  • EMA Marketplace — purchase approved educational services and materials through your EMA account.
  • PEP & UA Scholarships Accepted for qualifying services.
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Approved Provider

Direct Pay Provider & EMA Marketplace — approved to accept eligible Step Up For Students scholarship funding.

Families using Step Up For Students: we'd love to help you make the most of your scholarship. Reach out with any questions about enrollment or using your funds at Explorers Micro-School.

Contact us about Step Up enrollment
Individualized Options

Enhanced Individual Support

Some students may require a higher level of individualized assistance beyond what is included with standard enrollment. We're here to help every learner thrive—and we'll work with your family to find the right fit.

Enhanced Individual Support may include:

Additional dedicated staff support

Frequent one-on-one assistance throughout the school day

Increased supervision or safety support

Significant assistance with transitions, communication, or daily participation

Other individualized support that requires additional staffing or resources beyond our standard program

Flexible Pricing

Pricing for Enhanced Individual Support is based on the individual level of support and additional staffing required. When a substantial additional level of support is needed, enhanced support may be up to an additional $225 per week, bringing total tuition to up to $450 per week.

How Support is Determined

  • Having a diagnosis or disability does not automatically require Enhanced Individual Support.
  • Support needs are reviewed individually before enrollment.
  • Students who can successfully participate with the reasonable supports normally provided by Explorers remain at the standard tuition rate.
  • The additional fee applies only when the student requires additional services, staffing, or individualized support beyond the standard program.
  • Families will be informed of any additional support requirements and pricing before enrollment is finalized.

Not sure which level of support your child may need?

Complete our enrollment inquiry and tell us a little about your child. We'll review their individual needs and determine whether our standard program or an enhanced level of support would be the best fit.

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Explorers Microschool – Pre-Registration Now Open

We are launching our Explorers Microschool—focused on hands-on learning, exciting field trips, and creating unforgettable memories for kids. Spots will be limited, and more details will be released soon.

This is a pre-registration list. Full program details (schedule, pricing, etc.) will be released soon.

Microschool Days

Monday – Friday

Days and hours may vary based on availability. Full daily schedule provided upon enrollment.

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Ready to Visit Explorers Micro School?

We'd love to show you our home-based learning environment and discuss how we can support your child's educational journey from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Fill out the form to schedule a visit or ask any questions.

Location

Riverview, Florida

(Hillsborough County)

Homeschool Explorers

Sister Program

Explorers Micro School is proudly affiliated with Homeschool Explorers Hillsborough, offering homeschool families an in-person instructional and enrichment program alongside community-based enrichment opportunities.

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