HOW IT WORKS
Our Enrollment Process
Every family and student is unique. Our admissions process gives us the opportunity to learn more about your child, answer your questions, and determine whether Paradigm is the right fit.
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Schedule a Tour
Visit our campus, meet our team, and learn about our programs.
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Student Consultation
We'll get to know your child, discuss goals, and answer questions.
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Review & Planning
We'll review academic needs, discuss placement, and determine the best fit.
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Enrollment
Complete enrollment paperwork and begin your Paradigm journey.
TUITION & FUNDING
Flexible Options for Families
Paradigm offers full-time and homeschool support programs for students ages 5–18. Tuition varies based on program type, age, and schedule. We proudly accept Arizona ESA funding to help families access personalized learning.
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Full-Time Programs
✓ Ages 5–18
✓ Monday–Friday
✓ Personalized learning
✓ Competency-based growth
✓ Passion projects
✓ ESA accepted
Homeschool Support
✓ Available 1–4 days per week
✓ Flexible scheduling
✓ Personalized academic support
✓ Educator-led support
✓ Passion projects
✓ ESA accepted
Proudly Accepting Arizona ESA Funding
Many Paradigm families use Arizona ESA funding to help cover tuition and educational expenses. If you have questions about eligibility, funding, or the application process, we're happy to help guide you through it.
IS PARADIGM A GOOD FIT?
Is Paradigm Right for Your Child?
Paradigm serves students with a wide range of strengths, interests, and learning styles. Families often find success here when their child is looking for a more personalized, flexible, and supportive learning experience.
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Learns at Their Own Pace
Some students need more time to master concepts, while others are ready to move ahead. Paradigm allows students to progress based on readiness rather than seat time.
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Wants More Ownership
Students have opportunities to make choices, pursue interests, and take an active role in their learning journey.
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Thrives in a smaller community
Many students flourish when they are known personally and supported within a close-knit learning community.
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Enjoys pursuing interests and passions
Students have time to explore passions, develop strengths, and connect learning to real-world interests.
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Wants stronger confidence in learning
A personalized approach helps students build confidence through success, mastery, and meaningful progress.
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Benefits from personalized attention
Students are seen as individuals and supported academically, socially, and personally.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions Parents Often Ask
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Still have questions? Here are answers to some of the most common questions families ask when exploring Paradigm.
What ages do you serve? Paradigm serves students ages 5–18 through both full-time and homeschool support programs.
Do you accept ESA funding? Yes. Paradigm Learning Microschools proudly accepts Arizona ESA funding. Many families use ESA funds to cover tuition and educational expenses.
Do you accept ESA funding? Yes. Paradigm Learning Microschools accepts Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) funds for eligible students. Our team is happy to help answer questions about using ESA funds for tuition and guide families through the enrollment process.
What is a microschool? A microschool combines the personalization and flexibility of homeschooling with the support, structure, and community of a learning environment. Students learn in small groups while following an individualized path.
How does competency-based learning work? Students progress by demonstrating mastery of skills and concepts rather than simply moving forward based on age, grade level, or time spent in a classroom.
Is Paradigm a special education school? No. Paradigm is not a special education school. However, our personalized approach allows us to support students with a wide range of strengths, interests, and learning needs.
Can homeschool students participate? Yes. Our Homeschool Support program allows families to choose 1–4 days per week of on-campus learning while maintaining the flexibility of homeschooling.
What does a typical day look like? Students participate in personalized academics, community activities, passion projects, and opportunities to collaborate with peers throughout the day.
How do I get started? The first step is scheduling a tour. We'll answer your questions, learn more about your child, and help determine whether Paradigm is the right fit for your family.