Austin EcoSchool

Austin EcoSchool is a cooperative, independent community school and learning center intentionally created within a sound ecological environment. Our commitment is to provide an emotionally and physically safe environment for the natural growth of the child. We are central Texas' only Green elementary school. The Ecoschool educational experience is inspired by the principals of the curriculum established through the Center for Living Ethics. In our curriculum we seek to instill in our children a joyful understanding of themselves as important members of their communities, empower them to think creatively and critically, and introduce habits and practices that reflect our belief that each human has an important role in protecting the environment and building a positive future.

Current Offerings

Austin EcoSchool currently serves up to 20 students (K - 5th grade) with four full and part-time faculty and staff members. We offer a broad-based curriculum with rich and varied programs in academics, the arts, and physical education. Our three day week culminates in the Game of Village—an ongoing educational game where children learn about the world at large by creating a world in miniature. It is an environment in which all the classroom disciplines are brought together into a working whole and put to practical use.