Agate Private School

A conversation about your family

Is Agate right for your family?

Choosing a school is a conversation about your learner, your family and the support you are looking for. Agate supports self-directed education and families exploring alternatives to conventional schooling. We work with you to explore whether our approach and available support are a good fit.

Talk about the next step
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Begin with your learner

Tell us about your learner’s interests, strengths and goals. What do they enjoy exploring? What is working well, and what would you like to change? Their own questions and preferences are an important part of the conversation.

Every family’s starting point is different. You may be moving from another school, already learning at home, or considering a new direction.

Talk about the support you need

We can discuss resources and curriculum curation, learning records, assessment, mentoring, and opportunities to connect with other learners. Tell us which kinds of support would be useful and ask how they would work for your family.

If your learner needs particular arrangements or support, discuss those with us so we can explain what Agate can offer. The aim is a shared understanding of the support available and the responsibilities involved.

Explore what we do and bring your questions about anything you would like explained.

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Interests, strengths and shared projects can be starting points for learning. From Agate’s archive.

Make room for your goals

Self-directed learning leaves room for different interests, paces and future plans. Tell us what matters to your learner, whether they are exploring a new interest, developing practical skills or thinking about further education.

If college or university is a goal, we can discuss how to document learning and work with admissions staff on the requirements of a chosen program. Our learning assessment and PLAR overview explains how evidence of learning can support that process.

Ask practical questions

Before deciding, make sure you understand:

  • What support is included in enrolment and which services cost extra.
  • How your family and Agate will communicate.
  • What records and account arrangements are needed.
  • Which programs and activities are currently available.

The enrolment page explains the steps and annual fees. You can also read our prospectus for an overview of services and additional charges.

What happens next?

Begin with the Education Responsibility Survey and a conversation with Agate. When you are ready, complete the application form. We review your application and contact you about the outcome and next steps.

If Agate cannot provide the support your family is looking for, we can discuss alternative schooling options with you.

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