Admissions
Now accepting interest for January 2026 enrollment
Play Full Ground is a small, creativity-centered microschool where high school students learn through socially engaged art, academic exploration, and hands-on making. Our approach blends studio practice, conceptual thinking, and community engagement, helping students develop critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and self-directed learning skills.
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We invite students who are curious, imaginative, and ready to explore ideas in an open and inspiring environment.
Creative Education
Full time program overview
Independent Study
& Learning Studio
Creative Classes
Morning (9AM- 12PM)
A morning block for academics, research, and creative exploration. Students follow their own study plans while receiving guidance to connect their work to real-life projects, personal interests, and future pathways.
Afternoon (1PM- 3PM)
Students explore 2D, 3D, lens-based, and AI-enhanced creative practices in project-based, hands-on classes. Each class follows the Think → Do → Share framework, combining monthly themes, independent inquiry, and collaborative reflection to develop skills, confidence, and personal voice.
Friday Community Share/Open Crit
Morning + Lunch Social (9AM- 1PM)
A weekly gathering for students to share work, reflect, and receive feedback. Students present projects from across media, discuss ideas with peers, and plan next steps, fostering collaboration, reflection, and creative growth.
Afterschool Collab Studio
Weekly Meeting + Studio (3- 5PM)
Students work together on projects through weekly discussions and hands-on studio time. The program emphasizes initiative, collaboration, independent effort, and creative problem-solving, giving students the skills and confidence to bring ideas to life.
Who Thrives at Play Full Ground
Curious minds. Creative hearts. Connected world.
Curious
Excited to explore, ask bold questions, and discover new possibilities.
Creative
Loves experimenting, imagining, and turning ideas into meaningful work.
Independent
Takes charge of their learning and pursues projects with confidence.
Collaborative
Thrives sharing ideas, learning from peers, and creating together.
Socially Aware
Connects creative work to community and the wider world.
We keep admissions personal, clear, and supportive.
01
Submit Interest Form
Share a bit about your student and their interests.
02
Visit the Studio / Tour
Families are invited to see the space, meet the founder, and get a sense of the daily environment.
03
Student Conversation
and Trial Session
A short conversation/trial session helps ensure the program is a good fit.
04
Application Review
and Enrollment Offer
We review your application, confirm fit, and provide enrollment details, tuition agreement, and next steps.
Key Features
Think>Do>Share Framework
Students brainstorm, research, conceptualize, make with purpose, and share work for reflection.
Community
as Studio
Creativity grows through collaboration, socially engaged projects, and shared critique.
Integrated Academic Exploration
Students connect creative projects to academic concepts in English, history, science, and more.
Small, Supportive Environment
Personalized learning allows for mentorship, individualized guidance, and flexible pacing.
Optional Part-Time Participation
Families interested in part-time options (morning Space Share, afternoon classes, afterschool) can explore Schedule & Registration for details and registration links.
