How To Start A School (Private/Charters/Religious) pt. 1 | TEACHERpreneur

6 years ago, as a special education teacher, I started my own school. Now I am sharing what I know to help other courageous teachers do the same. In how to a school part I, I answer the following questions:

1. How long did it take and what was the initial cost?
2. What legal things did you have to do?
3. What is required to own/open an accredited school?
4. How did you find your pupils?

In this series, I share a little about my journey of starting a school and why it is important. So many teachers in general and special education teachers particularly are burnt out but love teaching. Our kids are not always treated fairly nor are most of them learning to their potential. I no longer wanted to be a part of a system that fails so many.

1st How I started my own school (Great Inspiration)
2nd Difference between a private/charter/religious school
3rd Accreditation
4th Finding a building
5th Funding Options

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[Glam]

Um, the process is just like home childcare when applying to DCF. Who did you apply to for the school?

[taylorstricklin]

I am feeling very called to start a private school. I'm not even a teacher! God has put it on my heart ~ which lead me to this video. What a beautiful story ~ thanks for sharing! Praying God helps me through this 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[Missin_g]

I am 16 and I’ve been aching to start a school brand new and just different from “normal” schools and i am determined to make it real

[AVIverse]

Amazing! You explained the process of opening a school so well. I would not think it would be but hearing how you did it, it seems possible! I can’t believe you started with under $100 ! congrats on your success!

[TaTayFam]

What an informative video! I was shocked at how easy it seems to start a non-accredited school. I would imagine it would take more than that. You need a high school diploma and I need students! 😆 you are so inspiring!

[Romogi]

This is why society needs educational vouchers where the money follows the child. People like her that care should have complete freedom and the ability to help students with parents of all income levels who want an education.

[along]

Late to the party:
I'm starting a Master's in Education soon, and I'm planning a private Episcopal High School I'd like to open afterwards. Thank you so much for assuring me that the whole process is achievable, and that it's possible to not have to charge students at all if you do your business plan right.

[Thee.D.Rashad]

This video is right on time! I’m looking to start my own school. This is so helpful! God bless you. 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[anton]

Thank you for sharing your journey. I’m a teacher in public school for 17th are. I love teaching, but believe it’s time to make a shift. Your video is an inspiration.

[Waynenterprises]

Looking to start a vocational college to teach trades like electrician. Really enjoying the channel!

[AhappyteacherAtruestory]

That's really inspiring ! I guess that it couldn't happen this way in France. :) Not sure if you have already told us, but what about the building? Did you have it already? Do you rent it? Oh, and all the material? Tables, chairs, boards, that's a lot to provide! Wishing you all the best for what's to come! Oh, and thanks so much for the shout out!

[nbalkcom]

I would like to thank you for this information. For years I had this on and off again behavior about starting a school. I started the day to day protocols I want to put in place, part of the curriculum then I would stop. Your video helped me to place that anxiety of “making sure it was perfect” out of the window. I also debated about nonprofit and profit since my funding is low. This video helped a lot. May God continue to bless you and your journey.

[misterdavisx]

This is great! I just started my own school in Dallas back in September. I have one student as well to start off. It’s been hard finding pupils since I’m not really from the area and don’t have a lot of connections, but I’m just getting started so I know it’ll pick up!

[MomlifeVermont]

You took your dream and ran with it!!!! Simple yet complicated. If you are patient and dedicated anyone could do it!

[tasfiyatarbiya]

This is the most genuine video on the topic i've seen... Thanks for sharing your experience! I just have one question maybe you could answer for me. If not getting accreditted at the moment, is a bachelors required for the teachers at the school? I'm in Virginia but whats the regulations around that in your state? Thank you again for the information!!

[LynnDanielleTreasure]

Cindy, this was another informative video. You explained everything in a way that makes opening my own school seem achievable. I have been hearing about starting a non-profit for the past few years. I will look into that now. Looking forward to your next video in the series. And thanks for the shout-out! (BTW - Hi teacher friend from France, Nicholas Gaube!)

[ET-ridt]

Thank you. This was great. Can’t wait for part 2. Can you also discuss curriculum? If I started out as a summer program, what could I use?

[denardjones]

I wish that your program had been around in 2008. I was a special education student who suffered a major setback due to the NCLB Act, and the Georgia High School Graduation Test. I failed one portion and graduated with a certificate of attendance and a Special Education diploma. Later, I went to Job Corps, where I obtained my high school diploma. Currently, I am pursuing my bachelors degree at Clark Atlanta University, with hopes of continuing on to a Masters Program and ultimately starting a school of my own. Your story is really inspiring and I am glad I stumbled upon your channel. Thank you for sharing!!!

[andreacarroll]

Good afternoon:
I am encouraged now to start my own school. I am enjoying watching your videos, they are very informative. Can you share more videos about school plans and paperwork needed.

[Tinawise]

Thank you SO much for this testimony!!! I am only about 4 mins in and I’m starting to write this comment. This was for me! I just had the revelation tonight that I am out of place and need to start my school!!! I felt like doors weren’t opening but that’s because I was out of order! Thank you thank you!!! ❤️