Our Program: Lower Lab-6-14 Years Old
Mastery Based Learning
At The Gathering Place, learning is personal. Students move at their own pace, mastering concepts before advancing, ensuring confidence, deep understanding, and lasting skills. No busywork, no rushing—just meaningful progress that prepares them for success in school and life.
City-As-Classroom
Why learn from a textbook when you can learn from the world? Our students explore museums, businesses, nature, and community spaces—connecting their education to real-life experiences. The city is our classroom, and every day is an adventure in discovery.
Passion Pursuits
We believe curiosity fuels success. Passion Projects give students the freedom to dive into what excites them, whether that’s launching a business, writing a novel, or designing something innovative. By following their interests, students develop real-world skills, critical thinking, and self-motivation—preparing them to lead with confidence.
Learning Labs
Our Early College and Internship program allows students to earn college credits while gaining real-world experience. Through dual enrollment and hands-on internships, girls get a head start on their future, building skills and confidence in a supportive, real-world setting.
Our Program: Upper-Lab-Girls 14 and Up
Mastery Based Learning
At The Gathering Place, learning is personal. Students move at their own pace, mastering concepts before advancing, ensuring confidence, deep understanding, and lasting skills. No busywork, no rushing—just meaningful progress that prepares them for success in school and life.
City-As-Classroom
Why learn from a textbook when you can learn from the world? Our students explore museums, businesses, nature, and community spaces—connecting their education to real-life experiences. The city is our classroom, and every day is an adventure in discovery.
Passion Pursuits
We believe curiosity fuels success. Passion Projects give students the freedom to dive into what excites them, whether that’s launching a business, writing a novel, or designing something innovative. By following their interests, students develop real-world skills, critical thinking, and self-motivation—preparing them to lead with confidence.
Learning Labs
Our Early College and Internship program allows students to earn college credits while gaining real-world experience. Through dual enrollment and hands-on internships, girls get a head start on their future, building skills and confidence in a supportive, real-world setting.
How do We Measure Our Girls Progress?
At The Gathering Place, we incorporate the latest research on assessing learners to provide a holistic and accurate picture of their progress. Our assessments are organic and designed to inform both learners and parents about where they are in their learning journey. We believe in working towards mastery, allowing each learner to fully understand and apply the material before moving on.
Portfolios:
Learners compile their work into portfolios that showcase their progress, strengths, and areas for growth. These portfolios provide a comprehensive view of their learning journey.
Socratic Discussions:
Regular discussions allow learners to articulate their understanding, engage in critical thinking, and receive immediate feedback.
Mastery-Based Learning:
Assessments focus on ensuring learners achieve mastery in their subjects. Learners have the opportunity to revisit and improve their work until they reach a high level of understanding.
Exhibitions:
Learners present their projects and research findings to peers, guides, and the community. This public display of their work encourages a deeper understanding and appreciation of their.
Self and Peer Assessments:
Learners reflect on their own work and provide constructive feedback to peers, fostering a collaborative and reflective learning environment.
Flexible Assessment Scheduling:
Parents have the choice if they wish to have their learners assessed and how often. This flexibility ensures that assessments align with each learner's pace and needs.
How Do Our Girls Learn
Personalized Learning Experience
At The Gathering Place, all instruction is personalized to meet the unique needs and goals of each learner. We believe that education should be tailored to the individual, and we work closely with families to outline a learning experience that best supports their child's growth and success. Regular meetings with families ensure that our approach aligns with each learner's aspirations and learning style.