K-8th Grade • Riverview, FL

Empowering Confident Learners & Curious Explorers

A tuition-based microschool in Hillsborough County blending structured academics through Acellus online curriculum with hands-on enrichment. Small classes, personalized attention—Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Step Up for Students PEP

$6,000/year tuition

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Why Families Choose Explorers Micro School

A proven blended learning approach combining structured online academics with meaningful hands-on experiences

Acellus

Accredited Acellus Curriculum

Full access to accredited Acellus standards-aligned coursework in Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies—included in tuition. Students work at their own pace with daily guidance.

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.

Homeschool Explorers

Sister to Homeschool Explorers

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

Accredited Curriculum

Included in Tuition

Our Blended Learning Model

Structured Academics Meet Hands-On Learning

At Explorers Micro School, we integrate the best of online education with in-person, experiential learning. Students complete core academics through Acellus, then apply those concepts through meaningful real-world activities that build confidence and deepen understanding.

Accredited Standards-Aligned Curriculum

Full access to accredited Acellus in Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies—all included in tuition

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

Students are grouped into two cohorts for developmentally aligned instruction. Each cohort follows a structured daily schedule balancing academic focus with enrichment, movement, and social connection.

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 program offering flexible payment options to meet your family's needs.

$6,000

per student, per year

What's Included:

  • Full access to accredited Acellus online curriculum (Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies)
  • 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

PEP funding accepted

Private Pay

Out-of-pocket tuition

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

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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 families a structured daytime microschool option alongside community-based enrichment programming.

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