The Independence Academy

The Independence Academy was founded by two Indianapolis families who recognized a need for a school that would serve their sons and other children on the autism spectrum. Cofounders Susan Le Vay and Ruth Padgett met in 2005 and soon began sharing their vision for an innovative school where autistic students could thrive while earning an accredited high school diploma. The Independence Academy is located 28 minutes from downtown Indianapolis.

The Orchard School

The Orchard School’s mission is to develop and educate the whole child. As a progressive, non-sectarian, independent school, Orchard commits to advancing each student’s academic success, self-confidence, open-mindedness, ethical character, leadership, and love of learning. This will be the 103^rd year of successful outcomes at The Orchard School. Orchard provides a progressive education with a focus on experiential hands-on learning. Our 43-acre wooded campus provides many outdoor learning spaces, letting us stay true to our commitment that nature is the best teacher. Orchard is 20-25 minutes from Crowne Plaza depending on traffic.

Park Tudor

Park Tudor is an independent school for children age 3–grade 12 located on a beautiful 68-acre campus on the north side of Indianapolis. We empower students to thrive in heart and mind through exceptional academics and extraordinary experiences in a community where every student belongs. Park Tudor is located approximately 30 minutes north of downtown.

St. Richard's Episcopal School

St. Richard’s provides a timeless, challenging curriculum that embraces diversity while developing global citizens socially, emotionally, physically, spiritually, and intellectually through the implementation of our Five Pillars for Success: Civic Responsibility, Classic Curriculum, Faith, Global Readiness, and Leadership. Located at 33^rd and Meridian Streets, just north of downtown Indianapolis, St. Richard's offers unique partnerships throughout the city that bring learning to life, a rigorous academic curriculum, three world languages, public speaking and leadership opportunities, a strong fine arts program, and organized athletics for continued lifetime success.

Sycamore School

At Sycamore School, we understand that gifted children need a special education, and our mission reflects our focus and drive: “Sycamore School exists so that academically gifted students can experience the enriched, accelerated education they need to reach their potential and to lead responsible, constructive, fulfilling lives.” There are few schools in the country with such a clear focus and unique commitment to providing an appropriate education for gifted learners. Sycamore School is located 20 minutes from downtown.  

University High School of Indiana

University High School of Indiana is an independent college preparatory school where each person is accepted and respected for who they are. Founded in 2000, the school provides an educational and empowering environment for its more than 350 students that promotes faculty/student mentoring; a small, core-values-driven community; four-year, student-focused college counseling; and personalized education. We meet as an entire school community every day for student-led announcements and communal learning. The outdoor spaces of campus serve as powerful interdisciplinary educational experiences that build community and critical/creative thinking, while fostering physical, social, and emotional wellness. University High School is located 30 minutes from downtown Indianapolis by way of 465 to Michigan Road to W 116^th Street.

Note: While you are welcome to provide your own transportation, we also will run a van to and from downtown to the University High School for those interested in spending some time on our campus.