The Circle School
A Self-Directed Democratic School
Freedom · Responsibility · Community
The Circle School is...
- Effective: Happy kids practicing life, democracy, and community.
- Open: Welcoming all who can thrive, preschool thru high school.
- Convenient: Free bus service from 12 school districts. Minutes from downtown Harrisburg.
- Affordable: Financial aid for most families.
- Proven: Since 1984, and akin to Sudbury Valley School and dozens of other self-directed democratic schools.
When Kids Rule the School
a new book from Circle School founder and staff member Jim Rietmulder
Open House
Thursday, October 10
6pm-8pm
About The Circle School
The Circle School is an independent self-directed democratic school in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. An alternative to public and traditional private schools, we serve preschool, elementary, and high school-aged children from ages 4-1/2 through about 19. The Circle School’s innovative program balances freedom, responsibility, and community. Here, students learn not just academics, but also how to navigate their world, how to advocate for themselves, and how to be productive members of a thriving community.
This is integral education, and it’s a different kind of private school. Start exploring to find out more, or request a free information package today!
The Circle School is located at 727 Wilhelm Road (at the intersection of Harwood and Wilhelm) — about a half mile south of Union Deposit Road on Progress Ave, then one block east on Harwood. Phone 717-564-6700.