What is a Lyceum?

A lyceum is a place of learning centered on dialogue, inquiry, and the development of the whole person. Rather than focusing only on memorization or standardized achievement, a lyceum cultivates curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and meaningful participation in community life.

Rooted Lyceum

Rooted Lyceum is a relational learning community where young people grow through inquiry, creative expression, practical skill-building, and connection to the world around them. Learning is interdisciplinary, collaborative, and grounded in real experiences that invite students to think deeply, communicate clearly, and engage thoughtfully with their communities.

 

Registration opens May 11

Learning Outcomes

At Rooted Lyceum, learners are supported in developing:

  • Curiosity and independent thinking
  • Clear communication and reflective dialogue
  • Creative and critical problem-solving
  • Practical life and collaborative skills
  • Confidence, responsibility, and self-direction
  • Connection to community, place, and the natural world

Observation & Documentation

Growth and Learning at Rooted Lyceum is observed and documented through:

  • Educator observations and reflective notes
  • Student portfolios and project documentation
  • Conversations, presentations, and collaborative work
  • Self-reflection and goal-setting practices
  • Photographs, process journals, and creative artifacts

Documentation focuses on each learner’s process, growth, engagement, and emerging strengths rather than standardized measurement alone.

Program Details

Ages: 3–12 years

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Program Options:

2-day enrollment

3-day enrollment

Hours: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Season: September–June core programming with tuition payments distributed September–August.

Rooted Lyceum is intentionally kept small to support deep relationships, collaborative learning, and responsive, mixed-age education.

Tuition

3-Day Program:

$9,200 annual tuition

or

12 monthly payments from September–August

Paid in Full Discount:

$8,700 when paid in full before September 1

Tuition includes learning materials and a shared midday snack as part of our daily rhythm.

A $300 non-refundable deposit is required to secure enrollment and will be applied to the final month of tuition.