A personalized K–8 microschool experience for families seeking smaller class sizes, meaningful academics, hands-on learning, and a school environment where children can truly be known.
“Please complete one application for each student.”
Because we intentionally maintain small class sizes, enrollment availability is limited and applications are reviewed individually.
Thank you for considering Explorers Micro School for your child.
We are a small, tuition-based K–8 microschool serving families in Riverview and the surrounding Tampa Bay community, including Brandon, Valrico, Seffner, Apollo Beach, Gibsonton, Lithia, FishHawk, and Tampa.
Our educational approach combines structured academics with hands-on enrichment, real-world learning, creativity, movement, life skills, collaboration, and meaningful social connection.
Because every child learns differently, this application allows us to better understand your child's strengths, learning needs, personality, educational background, and your family's goals.
Submitting an application does not guarantee admission. Each application is reviewed individually based on enrollment availability and mutual fit.
A private-school alternative and homeschool alternative in Riverview, FL, built around smaller classes and individualized attention.
Students receive more individualized attention than they typically would in a traditional classroom.
Students work through core academic subjects with guidance and support appropriate to their level.
Core learning includes Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies through Acellus.
Learning extends beyond a screen through projects, experiments, cooking, gardening, art, movement, life skills, and real-world experiences.
Students have opportunities to collaborate, communicate, build friendships, and participate in group experiences.
We value academic growth while also supporting independence, confidence, creativity, problem-solving, and practical life skills.
Transparent, family-friendly tuition for our K–8 microschool in Riverview, Florida.
Standard Tuition
$225
/week
per student
Standard tuition includes:
Every student is considered individually.
Some students may require additional staffing, frequent one-on-one assistance, increased supervision, significant transition support, or other individualized assistance beyond what is normally provided within our standard microschool program.
When substantial additional staffing or resources are required, an Enhanced Individual Support Fee of up to an additional $225 per week may apply.
Any additional support needs and associated tuition must be discussed with the parent or guardian BEFORE enrollment is finalized.
A diagnosis or disability alone does not automatically result in an additional fee.
The purpose of the application questions regarding support is to understand what resources a student may require to participate successfully in the program.
This application takes about 15–20 minutes. Please complete one application for each student.
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Let's Start With You
Here's what you can expect after you submit your application.
Our team reviews your application and current enrollment availability.
Families may be contacted for a phone conversation, additional information, or a school visit.
We determine the appropriate student cohort and whether additional individualized supports may be necessary.
If space is available and there is a good mutual fit, your family will receive the next steps to complete enrollment.