A School Designed for Every Learner

Do students need a diagnosis or identification (like ADHD, a learning disability, or autism) to attend Summit Micro School?

Not at all. While we’re known for supporting students with ADHD, learning differences, or other neurodivergent profiles, Summit is not a school exclusively for students with diagnoses. We’re an inclusive learning community, which means we believe that all kids—regardless of their learning profile—deserve to feel seen, supported, and challenged in ways that make sense for them.

Inclusion, for us, is about how we build a school culture where different kinds of thinkers, feelers, and learners that can thrive together. When students with a range of needs and strengths share a classroom, something really powerful happens: they learn from each other. They practice empathy. They collaborate in creative ways. They see that there isn’t just one way to be smart or capable—and that lesson alone can last a lifetime.

Our use of Project-Based Learning (PBL) and personalized programs isn’t just a great fit for neurodivergent students—it’s actually beneficial for every student. When kids are invited to explore real-world problems, follow their curiosity, and express their learning in different ways, they become more engaged and motivated. PBL allows students to dive deep into topics that matter to them, while developing critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills—regardless of whether they’re neurodivergent or neurotypical.

Because we build our programs around individual strengths, every student at Summit has the opportunity to shine. Some may love storytelling, others might be builders or inventors, and some might have a knack for leadership or a deep sense of justice. We create space for all of that. And when kids feel confident in their strengths, they’re more willing to take risks in the areas where they need to grow.

So no, your child doesn’t need a diagnosis to belong here. What matters most is that they’re ready to be part of a community that values different perspectives, encourages curiosity, and believes that everyone—regardless of how they learn—has something meaningful to contribute.