Our Tracks 

The Bend Method

“Is it the curriculum? The environment? Or my kid? How has God wired them?

The Bend Method© is the original approach to education being innovated here at The Bend at WaterStone.

The Bend Method© engages a variety of assessments and technology to:

  • Match scholars with their best educational approach

  • Map their unique qualities

  • Make lesson plans

  • Measure their progress over time

The shared vocabulary creates a common language between the classroom and the homeroom, creating opportunity for the greatest tools in education — consistency and communication.

Lower School Programs

Kindergarten - 2nd Grade

Roots — Core Track

For families seeking consistency and clarity, our Core Track provides:

  • Self-contained classrooms with dedicated educators

  • Thoughtfully designed lesson plans and assignments

  • Engaging, project-based learning and science experiments

  • Resources to support parents as active educational partners

  • Roots Academic Track

    At The Bend at WaterStone, our Core Academic Track is crafted for families seeking a thoughtfully designed educational journey that seamlessly bridges the classroom and home. This track provides prepared lesson plans and structured weekly assignments, creating a cohesive partnership between parents and educators.

    Each grade enjoys a self-contained classroom, where young learners are immersed in a vibrant environment filled with hands-on science experiments, collaborative and independent activities, and meaningful academic accountability.

    Scholars in the Core Track will attend class on campus Mondays 8:30am - 2:30pm. During this time, they will experience instruction, movement and hands-on exploration.

    During the other days of the week, scholars continue their work at home in partnership with their parents. We believe this hybrid model allows families to experience the customization of home education with an educational support system.

    Schedule & Features

    • One day on campus (Monday)

    • Self-contained classroom

    • Art class rotation

      • 1st-3rd grade scholars rotate into a dedicated art class.

      • Kindergarteners engage in art activities directly within their classroom.

  • The Core Academic Track empowers families by delivering a well-rounded curriculum enriched with purposeful assignments, creative projects, and learning resources.

    Core Subjects & Learning Highlights

    • Reading Comprehension

    • Writing Composition

    • Grammar

    • Vocabulary

    • Science

    • Social Studies

    • Bible

    • Art

    Curriculum
    Through our curated book list, scholars dive into unit studies for each book, blending literature with exciting hands-on learning. Families receive:

    • Educator-Prepared Home Lesson Plans (HLPs): A guide for enriching and extending learning at home.

    • Online Classroom (FACTS): An online portal offering valuable resources and tools to support studies.

    • Classroom Educator Support: Accessible guidance to ensure parents and scholars thrive.

    Parent Partnership

    At home, parents customize their educational experience by rounding out core with Bible, math, reading instruction, spelling and handwriting.

    Underscored by the Bend Method©, our educators observe, identify, apply and evaluate the qualities that make scholars unique and map their lesson plans and in-class strategies accordingly — strategies parents are empowered to continue at home.

    Customized Curriculum
    The Bend at WaterStone difference is we offer curriculum consultations, matching our recommended curriculums to your family’s bend. As a parent partner, these subjects are taught at home in order to meet the scholar at the level of personalization you need. Our recommended resources will set you up for success as you engage in these skills throughout the school year.

    At The Bend at WaterStone, we’re not just educating; we’re nurturing minds, hearts, and lifelong learners. The Core Academic Track offers a Christ-centered, academically robust foundation for your child’s success.

  • Tuition for K-2nd grade scholars in the core track for the 2025-2026 school year is $2,095.

    This year, we are willing to partner with families with the StepUp FES-UA and PEP scholarships.

    For more information, please see our 2025-2026 Fee Summary and Financial Agreement.

Branches — Enrichment Track (K-5th Grade)

Ideal for those who value flexibility, our Enrichment Track features:

  • Creative and interactive classrooms

  • Lessons in arts, sciences, and character-building

  • Opportunities for collaboration and peer connection

  • Branches Track

    At The Bend at WaterStone, our Enrichment Track is designed for families who value the flexibility to tailor their own weekly lesson plans and select curricula that best suit their child’s unique learning style. This track provides scholars with enriching classroom experiences that connect Biblical principles with hands-on learning, creativity, and peer engagement.

    Scholars in the Enrichment Track benefit from a nurturing blend of homeroom classes and specialized classes that explore the arts and sciences, fostering both academic and character growth. Our goal is to partner with families by providing dynamic classroom experiences that supplement and enhance parent-developed home studies.

    Scholars in the Enrichment Track will attend class on campus Wednesdays 8:30am - 2:30pm. During this time, they will experience instruction, movement and hands-on exploration.

    During the other days of the week, scholars continue their work at home in partnership with their parents. We believe this hybrid model allows families to experience the customization of home education with an educational support system.

    Schedule & Features

    • One day on campus

    • Homeroom class

    • Morning chapel

    • Music class rotation

  • Enriching Learning Experiences
    Class period rotations vary by grade and include:

    • Bible & Character Building

    • Social Studies

    • Supplemental Thematic Math

    • Hands-on Science

    • Music & Movement

    Family Support Resources
    To further empower parents, the Enrichment Track includes:

    • Family Connection Page: A resource hub with optional launch activities for at-home learning extensions.

    • Online Classroom (FACTS): An online portal with optional activity resources to complement classroom experiences.

    The Enrichment Track at The Bend at WaterStone is a partnership rooted in faith and creativity, offering a collaborative and joyful educational journey that honors each family's approach to learning.

    Underscored by the Bend Method©, our educators observe, identify, apply and evaluate the qualities that make scholars unique and map their lesson plans and in-class strategies accordingly.

    Together, we provide children with a foundation of Biblical truth, academic exploration, and meaningful relationships.

  • Tuition for K-5th grade scholars for the 2025-2026 school year is $1,390.

    This year, we are willing to partner with families with the StepUp FES-UA and PEP scholarships.

    For more information, please see our 2025-2026 Fee Summary and Financial Agreement.

Roots + Branches — Comprehensive Track

This comprehensive option blends both tracks, offering:

  • Two enriching days on campus

  • Unified themes across subjects to deepen understanding

  • A holistic approach to scholar growth and development

  • Roots and Branches Track

    The Comprehensive Two-Day Track at The Bend at WaterStone combines the best features of our Core and Enrichment tracks, offering a holistic educational experience that seamlessly integrates structured learning with creative exploration. Designed for families seeking a well-rounded, Christ-centered approach, this track blends self-contained classrooms, subject-specific rotations, and enriching activities that foster academic growth, character development, and community.

    Schedule & Features

    • Two days on campus (Mondays and Wednesdays)

    • Self-contained classrooms for focused core subject instruction

    • Subject-specific rotations to explore the arts, sciences, and other enriching disciplines

    • Morning Chapel to begin each day with worship and character-building lessons

  • Core Subjects & Rotational Learning
    Scholars will enjoy a rich blend of foundational academics and engaging, hands-on learning, including:

    • Reading Comprehension

    • Writing Composition

    • Grammar & Vocabulary

    • Bible & Character Building

    • Social Studies

    • Supplemental Math Skills

    • Hands-on Science

    • Art

    • Music & Movement

    Enhanced Family Support
    To ensure seamless learning beyond the classroom, families have access to:

    • Teacher-Prepared Home Lesson Plans (HLPs): Extend classroom lessons into at-home studies.

    • Family Connection Page: Offers optional launch activities to deepen learning.

    • Online Classroom (FACTS): A digital platform with resources and activities to support your child’s journey.

    The WaterStone Difference
    This two-day track is more than just academics—it’s a partnership between home and school that nurtures your child’s mind, heart, and spirit. Underscored by the BEND Method, our educators observe, identify, apply and evaluate the qualities that make scholars unique and map their lesson plans and in-class strategies accordingly.

    By blending structure with creativity and Biblical truth, we provide an environment where scholars can thrive academically and grow in their faith while building strong, meaningful relationships with their peers.

    At The Bend at WaterStone, we prepare scholars to be thoughtful, lifelong learners with a foundation rooted in the power of the gospel. Join us for a comprehensive, engaging, and faith-filled educational experience!

  • Tuition for K-2nd grade scholars for the 2025-2026 school year is $3,485.

    This year, we are willing to partner with families with the StepUp FES-UA and PEP scholarships.

    For more information, please see our 2025-2026 Fee Summary and Financial Agreement.

Lower School Programs

3rd Grade - 5th Grade

For the 2025-2026 year, 3rd-5th grade scholars are eligible to join our Branches Track!

Upper School Track (6th-12th Grade)

  • Scholars will come to campus on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:30am - 3pm. During this time, they will experience a facilitated environment involving collaborative study in select electives, independent study, breaks, PE, Writing and Math tutoring.

    During the other days of the week, scholars continue their work at home in partnership with their parents. We believe this hybrid model allows families to experience the customization of home education with an educational support system.

  • For our Home Education Enrichment Pilot we partner with families navigating the new endeavors of upper school.

    We want families to experience the best of hybrid education, especially as their 6th-12th grade scholars step closer to higher education and career. This stage of education not only engages new academic skill, but also new social and emotional skills as well. This is what led us to design this track around these skills.

    In this Track, older scholars enjoy a facilitated space for core subjects in the morning that teaches independent study techniques, collaborative practice, and tutoring in Math and Writing for a couple hours a week.

    In the afternoons, we offer electives and professional skills workshops to enrich the upper school experience and prepare scholars for graduation and life beyond.

    This school year, we will be offering:

    • Government

    • Personal Finance

    • Health and Nutrition

    • Big Small Talk -- a course entirely on the art of communication, teaching language arts and communication basics such as networking, writing a pitch, writing a professional email, and even creating a meeting agenda.

    • The second original Bend Method course is Trait-Focused Learning. Here, we have students take our Bend Method assessments. From there, we teach them and create application-oriented activities based off their personalized results. These activities are designed to show them how their bend helps them work within groups and individually.

  • Tuition for 7th-12th grade scholars for the 2025-2026 school year is $2,900 ($96 per school week).

    This year, we are willing to partner with families with the StepUp FES-UA and PEP scholarships.

    For more information, please see our 2025-2026 Fee Summary and Financial Agreement.

Small Classroom Sizes

While on campus, scholars engage in hands-on instruction within small classroom sizes (1:15 educator-scholar ratio). They receive instruction from facilitators and tutors committed to your child’s academic excellence, as well as the discovery and growth of every child’s bend.

Customized Curriculum

As part of our mission to provide customized biblical education, scholars in the homeschool enrichment pilot bring in curriculum of their choice to each class day. During facilitated independent learning times, scholars learn time management, prioritization and other key motivation skills to engage in work — at their level, at their pace, in their own style.

Collaboration Times

In addition to the independent learning times, scholars engage in collaboration courses designed to empower scholars to take on interdisciplinary projects that cultivate critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving skills. 

For the 2025-2026 school year, scholars can participate in select electives in the afternoon, preparing them for graduation and beyond.

Courses such as:

  • Personal Finance

  • Government

  • Health and Nutrition

  • Big Small Talk (Original Course)

  • Trait-Focused Learning (Original Course)

Empower scholars to excel as Christ-centered learners, scholars and co-creators in the world around them.

In Big Small Talk, scholars learn and practice developmentally engaging communication skills and a real-world project. In Trait-Focused Time, scholars learn about their unique bend and how that impacts the ways they communicate, feel motivated, stressed, and work together best during group settings. Together, these collaboration times give scholars confidence as they develop real-life skills and build relationships.

Tutoring

We want your child to experience success right where they are in their academic journey. For our pilot year, we are offering Math Tutoring and Writing Tutoring during our daily schedule. Tutors will offer insights and inspiration tailored to the scholar’s unique strengths and stresses.


Attend a Coffee & Q&A.

Ask questions. Find inspiration.

If you envision your family experiencing the depth of Christ-centered education within a trait-focused, parent-partnered, application-oriented approach, but you’re not sure where to start, we encourage you to join founder, Raeli Miller, for coffee and Q&A.

ADMISSIONS

Apply Today

Admissions for the 2025-2026 school year is now open.

While it does not guarantee acceptance into the program, an Admissions Application does indicate the family's interest, commitment and willingness to partner with us in this innovative education experience.

For families applying for our K-6th Core and Enrichment programs, your Application Reservation holds your spot in the program.

An Admissions Application and Reservation give us a glimpse into your heart and family, as well as helps us know how to prepare our faculty accordingly for the upcoming school year.

EMPLOYMENT

Apply for Faculty Today

We are currently accepting applications for K-6th educators, home education room facilitators, and tutoring positions. Please continue to check this website for future employment opportunities.