Academies

Inquisiminds offers a secular, 4.5-hour drop-off program with 4 distinct classes offered once a week repeated on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday.  The parent is not required to stay on campus during this time. All academy teachers  have background checks completed. Students must be at least 5 years old to attend our Junior Academy program.

The cost for Fall 2024, 12-week semester is $660.

We offer three payment plans (click here to see details). Admissions are on a rolling basis and the cost is prorated ($55/day). Email admin@inquisiminds.com to enroll. 

To be added to a waitlist for full academies, please email admin@inquisiminds.com. 

The academies are broken out as follows:

  • There are two teachers in the classroom at all times
  • Classes offered are as follows:
    • Literature – high-interest, picture books are read aloud to the class, additional activities include discussion, coloring, cut/paste worksheets with an opportunity for writing responses and hands-on activities connected to the book themes.
    • Science – general knowledge of science topics taught with hands-on activities, coloring, cut/paste, short video clips, illustrations with an opportunity for writing/drawing responses
    • Art – art concepts taught using Process Art where students learn about the process and explore elements along the way
    • Innovation History – Get ready for an exhilarating journey through world history as we uncover the fascinating stories of inventors and their groundbreaking inventions, along with lesser-known historical figures who made a big impact! Ever wondered who invented the TV, Play-Doh, computers, programming, or the super soaker? We’ll dive deep into these amazing creations and explore how they work. Join us for a thrilling exploration of ingenuity and innovation!
      The schedule is built around 45 minute classes with 30 minute outdoor (weather permitting) recess and a 25 minute lunch. 
      • 9:30 – 10:15 am – First Class
      • 10:15 – 10:45 am – Recess 
      • 10:45 – 11:30 am – Second Class
      • 11:30 – 11:55 pm – Lunch (brought from home, nut free)
      • 11:55 – 12:40 pm – Third Class
      • 12:40 – 1:10 pm – Recess
      • 1:10 – 1:55 pm – Fourth Class
      • 2 pm – Dismissal
    • Students are dropped off in our kiss-and-ride line and picked up at the end of the day in the same manner. Caregivers never need to leave their cars!
  • Classes offered are as follows:
    • Literature – chapter books will be read at home prior to class (child can read on their own or parent can read to them). Class time will be similar to a book club with discussions, small group activities, and individual reflections.
    • Science – deeper knowledge of science topics will be taught with hands-on activities, short video clips, illustrations from books, and hand-outs.
    • Art – discover famous artwork, learn about the fundamentals of art, and explore artistic voice.
    • Innovation History – Get ready for an exhilarating journey through world history as we uncover the fascinating stories of inventors and their groundbreaking inventions, along with lesser-known historical figures who made a big impact! Ever wondered who invented the TV, Play-Doh, computers, programming, or the super soaker? We’ll dive deep into these amazing creations and explore how they work.
  • The schedule is built around 45 minute classes with 30 minute outdoor (weather permitting) recess and a 25 minute lunch. 
    • 9:30 – 10:15 am – First Class
    • 10:15 – 10:45 am – Recess 
    • 10:45 – 11:30 am – Second Class
    • 11:30 – 11:55 am – Lunch (brought from home, nut free)
    • 11:55 – 12:40 pm – Third Class
    • 12:40 – 1:10 pm – Recess
    • 1:10 – 1:55 pm – Fourth Class
    • 2 pm – Dismissal
  • Students are dropped off in our kiss-and-ride line and picked up at the end of the day in the same manner. Caregivers never need to leave their cars!
  • Classes offered are as follows:
    • Literature – chapter books will be read at home prior to class (child can read on their own or parent can read to them). Class time will be similar to a book club with discussions, small group activities, and individual reflections.
    • Science – deeper knowledge of science topics will be taught with hands-on activities, short video clips, illustrations from books, and hand-outs.
    • Art – discover famous artwork, learn about the fundamentals of art, and explore artistic voice.
    • Innovation History – Get ready for an exhilarating journey through world history as we uncover the fascinating stories of inventors and their groundbreaking inventions, along with lesser-known historical figures who made a big impact! Ever wondered who invented the TV, Play-Doh, computers, programming, or the super soaker? We’ll dive deep into these amazing creations and explore how they work.
  • The schedule is built around 45 minute classes with 30 minute outdoor (weather permitting) recess and a 25 minute lunch. 
    • 9:30 – 10:15 am – First Class
    • 10:15 – 10:45 am – Recess 
    • 10:45 – 11:30 am – Second Class
    • 11:30 – 11:55 am – Lunch (brought from home, nut free)
    • 11:55 – 12:40 pm – Third Class
    • 12:40 – 1:10 pm – Recess
    • 1:10 – 1:55 pm – Fourth Class
    • 2 pm – Dismissal
  • Students are dropped off in our kiss-and-ride line and picked up at the end of the day in the same manner. Caregivers never need to leave their cars!
    • Classes offered are as follows:
      • Literature – chapter books will be read at home prior to class (child can read on their own or parent can read to them). Class time will be similar to a book club with discussions, small group activities, and individual reflections.
      • Science – deeper knowledge of science topics will be taught with hands-on activities, short video clips, illustrations from books, and hand-outs.
      • Art – discover famous artwork, learn about the fundamentals of art, and explore artistic voice.
      • Innovation History – Get ready for an exhilarating journey through world history as we uncover the fascinating stories of inventors and their groundbreaking inventions, along with lesser-known historical figures who made a big impact! Ever wondered who invented the TV, Play-Doh, computers, programming, or the super soaker? We’ll dive deep into these amazing creations and explore how they work. Join us for a thrilling exploration of ingenuity and innovation!
    • The schedule is built around 45 minute classes with 30 minute outdoor (weather permitting) recess and a 25 minute lunch. 
      • 9:30 – 10:15 am – First Class
      • 10:15 – 10:45 am – Recess 
      • 10:45 – 11:30 am – Second Class
      • 11:30 – 11:55 am – Lunch (brought from home, nut free)
      • 11:55 – 12:40 pm – Third Class
      • 12:40 – 1:10 pm – Recess
      • 1:10 – 1:55 pm – Fourth Class
      • 2 pm – Dismissal
    • Students are dropped off in our kiss-and-ride line and picked up at the end of the day in the same manner. Caregivers never need to leave their cars!
  • Classes change every semester but always include literature with various electives. Academy is electronics-free time. Subjects covered in Fall 2024 are as follows:
    • Literature – Fuzzy Mud by Louis Sachar and Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus (Volume 1) by Dusti Bowling will be read at home prior to class. Class time will be similar to a book club with discussions, small group activities, and individual reflection for deeper connections to the theme.
    • Adulting 101 – Zena Nguon – We will be getting ready for the world outside of the classroom! Students will get to develop debate, presentation, research, conflict resolution, and financial planning skills in our Adulting 101 class. We will also help build their confidence as they begin to create their own resumes, get ready for mock interviews, and look at different job/career options for the future! Yes, our tweens/teens are years away from adulthood, but with this class, we will help make the transition of growing up not as scary.
    • History – Liesl Main – Our middle school history class this year will explore world history from the Middle Ages through the Age of Absolutism. We will explore the complicated history of Europe as the powers of Spain, England and France grow. We will meet colorful historical figures such as Henry II, Richard the Lionheart, Henry VIII and Louis the XIV. We will also touch on the history of China at this same time learning more about Genghis and Kublai Khan and the explorations of Zheng He of the Ming Dynasty. 
    • Go With the Flow! Improv, Drama, and Learning to Connect, and Communicate- Keely Kirkus – Teens/Tweens are lively and need a creative outlet. Improv is fun and exciting! No matter how you say it Tweens/Teens + Improv is a perfect combo. While having a good time teens will also learn some valuable skills (shhh don’t let them know they are learning): Positivity, communication, and listening – yes listening! Working together to build confidence, self-expression, and more! During these classes, students will have fun while creating a supportive environment for all to learn the basics of improv, storytelling, and stagecraft. During our introductory course, students will explore the elements of improv by learning the core fundamentals and principles of improv, with a focus on various games and exercises that encourage trust, communication, agreement (“yes and”); active listening, character, status, and making your scene partner look like a genius. Students will learn to use “yes – and”, playing at the top of their intelligence. Students will also learn basic short-form improvisation games and how to use ideas of improv as a tool in their lives.
  • Academy is electronics-free and students are asked to leave their cell phones in their backpacks during the day.
  • The schedule is built around 45-minute classes with 30 min outdoor (weather permitting) breaks and a 25-minute lunch break.
      • 9:30 – 10:15 am – First Class
      • 10:15 – 10:45 am – Break
      • 10:45 – 11:30 am – Second Class
      • 11:30 – 11:55 am – Lunch (brought from home, nut free)
      • 11:55 – 12:45 pm – Third Class
      • 12:45 – 1:10 pm – Break
      • 1:10 – 2:00 pm – Fourth Class
      • 2 pm – Dismissal
  • Students are dropped off in our kiss-and-ride line and picked up at the end of the day in the same manner. Caregivers never need to leave their cars!

Get in Touch

admin@inquisiminds.com

Where Classes Are Held

Abiding Presence Lutheran Church

6304 Lee Chapel Road Burke, VA 22015

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