The Ivy Micro-School

Our Teachers

Laney Barrett , Owner Laney is educated in Music, Education, and Early Childhood Development. She has years of experience in teaching as a Preschool Teacher, working as a full-time nanny and caregiver, and then running her own home daycare. She took some time to raise her children and homeschool them full-time before she partnered with Angela Craven to open Glowbug’s Playhouse in 2022 - which boasted an After-School Program and a Homeschool Co-op Program. In Spring 2024, Laney officially opened The Ivy Micro-School to offer more families the luxury of one-on-one education for their children. Laney’s organization skills and extensive experience and education in child development provide an advantage to this school & co-op program that can’t be found anywhere else.

Testimonials

“She LOVED being back! I was so happy to see her so excited and happy! She loooooves yall so much, and I’m so thankful! You have no idea!” -MicroSchool Parent

Philosophy

Our philosophy embraces a play-based, multi-sensory approach to academics that sparks curiosity and love for learning. Additionally, we prioritize individualized learning through focused time and one-on-one sessions in various comfortable settings, allowing movement and fidgeting to aid focus. Our laid-back environment ensures age-appropriate curriculum tailored to each student’s needs, with flexibility to revisit tasks if needed. Group activities encompass diverse subjects, promoting holistic development through engaging activities like discussions, reading, and music.

Location

We are located inside K&S Plaza at 734 S. Magnolia Drive in Wiggins, MS. Our 8,000 square feet of open play space and classrooms are the perfect place for your family to come and hang out while you students participate in our various Homeschool Co-op Classes. Drop off is also available for our full-time, hybrid, or part-time Micro-School students.

About our program

Children thrive here with dedicated teachers who nurture their growth, foster independence, and promote social skills. Our hands-on approach to learning sets us apart, with a focus on exciting activities that spark curiosity and creativity. Whether exploring STEM concepts, engaging in expressive arts, or learning new life skills, every child receives a well-rounded education that leaves them eager for more.

Admissions

Annual Registration Process for New Families & Students: Our Registration usually opens in February or March for the upcoming School Year and closes in May. This gives us time to order needed curriculum and ensure that we have appropriate staffing to meet our students’ needs. Of course, we do accept students to join in at any time, and we can assimilate them into our program, but it will be dependent upon staffing needs and acquiring their needed curriculum and supplies.

Regular Registration Fee: $150/Family per year This fee helps to cover a small portion of everything needed for us to run a School: Rent, Utilities, Cleaning, etc.

Required from Each Family: Registration Fee Handbook Contract Signed & Returned Transportation Form for Field Trip Permissions ACH Form Completed & Returned for Monthly Tuition Payments -or- Pay in Full Option for School Year (Deadline: Mid July for upcoming School Year)

Curriculum Fees & Supply Fees: $150 Annual Registration / Application Fee per Family due by May 1st $250 Curriculum Fee per Student due by June 15th $250 Technology Fee per Student due by July 15th

(Waived if family provides their own Technology) 

School Supplies Needed: Backpack Lunchbox for bringing Lunch Each Day Refillable Water Bottle to Leave at School Ipad, Laptop, or Tablet with Keyboard & Headphones (Omit Technology Fee if you provide your own) All Other Supplies are purchased through the school & provided for you as part of our all-inclusive Tuition.