What Does a Day at ZigZag
Look Like?
Every day is different because every kid is different. What stays the same is the foundation: connection, choice, and community.
A Typical Day
Start with Connection, Follow Curiosity
We begin every morning in pods — small, age-based groups (we currently serve students ages 4–16) where kids build community, practice problem-solving, and set the tone for the day. Pods are a consistent space to connect, share ideas, and weave the culture we’re creating together.
From there, the day unfolds in many directions. Kids might be rehearsing a play, building a boat, painting lockers, cooking lunch together, or swinging in a hammock and chatting. There’s room for structure, room for spontaneity, and always room for curiosity.
Throughout each semester, ZigZag offers a rich mix of classes led by facilitators, parents, and community mentors. These offerings give structure to our days and invite kids to dive deep into skills, projects, and interests.
Kids choose the classes that resonate with them. Some classes are committed as they build up skills over time, and some are drop-in to allow everyone to explore a subject at their own pace and try out their interests.
Some Favorites Include:
- Robotics
- Aerial silks
- Theater rehearsals and improv games
- Kid Café (cooking, planning, and running our café)
- Mixed-Media Art Lab (printmaking, sculpture, painting, and more)
- Songwriting & Music Jam Sessions
Learning stretches beyond our campus. Our events coordinator plans trips that open doors to new experiences — from camping in the Blue Ridge Mountains to visiting local farms, museums, and theaters. We also create and bring adventures to our campus: school dances, seasonal markets, and community celebrations. These experiences build connection, joy, and belonging that last long after the day ends.
Stories About Us
Featured in the Asheville Citizen Times
Unschooled Asheville: A day in the life of homeschooling’s boldest movement
Unschooling trusts children to learn inherently without classrooms, curriculum, and assignments. Some might think it silly, but unschooling parents say the practice keeps learning fresh and positive.
