How To Start A School (Private/Charters/Religious) pt. 1 | TEACHERpreneur
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- Äas pĆidĂĄn 17. 02. 2020
- 6 years ago, as a special education teacher, I started my own school. Now I am sharing what I know to help other courageous teachers do the same. In how to a school part I, I answer the following questions:
1. How long did it take and what was the initial cost?
2. What legal things did you have to do?
3. What is required to own/open an accredited school?
4. How did you find your pupils?
In this series, I share a little about my journey of starting a school and why it is important. So many teachers in general and special education teachers particularly are burnt out but love teaching. Our kids are not always treated fairly nor are most of them learning to their potential. I no longer wanted to be a part of a system that fails so many.
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1st How I started my own school (Great Inspiration)
2nd Difference between a private/charter/religious school
3rd Accreditation
4th Finding a building
5th Funding Options
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Um, the process is just like home childcare when applying to DCF. Who did you apply to for the school?
For accreditation?...Georgia Accrediting Association. Itâs a process, but itâs doable. Especially in FL, I feel they are friendly like Ga with laws that give state funds. Iâll be taking more about that soon.
Cindy Lumpkin not for the accreditation but to open a school. Who/where did you have to apply to open the school?
Brithney Gardiner Literally, itâs a business. You donât have to ask anyone if you can have a school. Itâs your decision to start one. Once you register with the state your business, which is a school then you have yourself a school. Some states may have zoning issues you would have to adhere to. Now you donât want to stop there. You have to apply to an accrediting body to get accredited. Now they are the ones who have ALL the requirements that need to be done and in order to get state funds you have to be accredited, at least in Georgia. Anyone at any time can open a school. Now the issue is the accrediting and or meeting whatever the requirements are to get state funding if your state gives special-needs scholarships. Hope that makes since. At the end of all this, I might do a live for questions lâve left unclear.
Cindy Lumpkin now I understand! đ
Cindy Lumpkin how do you get funding for private school? My husband & I already have a nonprofit. Iâm wondering if you can get state money or not? Thanks
I am feeling very called to start a private school. I'm not even a teacher! God has put it on my heart ~ which lead me to this video. What a beautiful story ~ thanks for sharing! Praying God helps me through this đđŒđđŒđđŒ
I am 16 and Iâve been aching to start a school brand new and just different from ânormalâ schools and i am determined to make it real
I know I am just a random person but if you live in the United States too, I would like to talk about this idea more. In am 19 myself.
Join my FB group...teachers who want to start a school. Letâs connect there.
You both should join my FB group, teachers who want to start a school. You donât have to be a teacher. Letâs connect there.
Same im also 16 and I plan on getting pretty wealthy on real estate. And through the money on that, I can start my own public school. Not private, And preferably high school. And give the students a nice experience. Not terrible super processed foods, Or control freek teachers. But fun field trips, And useful information. I'm really happy there's another person my age thinking of this. đ„ł
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Don't you have to be a Licenced Teacher to start a school? Fingerprints etc... like when I was a Teacher?
This is why society needs educational vouchers where the money follows the child. People like her that care should have complete freedom and the ability to help students with parents of all income levels who want an education.
Great tips!!! Love your transparency with the processâșïž
What an informative video! I was shocked at how easy it seems to start a non-accredited school. I would imagine it would take more than that. You need a high school diploma and I need students! đ you are so inspiring!
Lol! Now that I read your words back, I see that I am very blunt. Lol!!
Please am interested, can you tell me more
Please I really need ur private chat acct.am seriously interestd
Yes girl. Amen. Thank you for making this video.
Late to the party:
I'm starting a Master's in Education soon, and I'm planning a private Episcopal High School I'd like to open afterwards. Thank you so much for assuring me that the whole process is achievable, and that it's possible to not have to charge students at all if you do your business plan right.
Loved it. LOVED it. LOVED IT!!
Thanks for being so open and transparent. Youâre a Godsend. God bless, and much prosperity.
Amazing! You explained the process of opening a school so well. I would not think it would be possible..... but hearing how you did it, it seems possible! I canât believe you started with under $100 ! congrats on your success!
Lol! Like I said I am not sure itâs Replicatable, but I did it and we have been around for 6 years now. We are still small, but I am ok with that. I would like to grow and sustain enrollment to about 15 to 20.
@@CindyTheLDCoach congratulations!! You are amazing!!
So glad I found you Cindy, wonderful channel. Iâll be watching and learning.
This is such a great video!!! I was always taught that when things easily fall into place, it is meant to be. I love hearing how you found your students! Great story. đđ€©đ. Wonderful advice. I have lost many students to âhome schoolâ you know, before the pandemic.
I'm really glad I found you. I'm doing this now!
I am so happy to have found your channel and hearing about your starting a school journey!
Thank you so much!!
Very thorough and easy to follow.
Very informative and inspiring. Thank you so much
Such an encouraging video! Thank you so much!
đ„° you are so welcome!!!
Great information! Always inspiring to see someone realize their calling and take it a step further and invite others on that journey. I pray that THE MOST HIGH keeps blessing you and what your doing.
Your soul is speaking to my soul!
Cindy, this was another informative video. You explained everything in a way that makes opening my own school seem achievable. I have been hearing about starting a non-profit for the past few years. I will look into that now. Looking forward to your next video in the series. And thanks for the shout-out! (BTW - Hi teacher friend from France, Nicholas Gaube!)
You are so welcome. It really is. You just have plan for your specific circumstances. Itâs doable! Thanks for your interest in the series.
So grateful for this video! I'm still an undergrad student but I've been planning on opening a kindergarten/preschool for some time. It's a long-term future plan.
I'm from Malaysia so I'm sure things differ but the basic gist of things are likely similar. This is giving me hope for my vision.
This is right on time. I needed this push
Awesome!!! Join our group on FBâŠTeachers Interested in Starting A School
Waoooow thanks for this video ma'am I'm so much lifted by it
Kudos dear God gat your back
This video is right on time! Iâm looking to start my own school. This is so helpful! God bless you. đđœđđœ
Awesome!!! I feel we should have at every corner like we do churches. Join our facebook group and letâs grow together!! The link should be in below. Many blessings on your journey.
I totally love your story. I am starting my own school as well in Antigua in the Caribbean.
Many prayers on your Journey. Let me know if I can be a resource.
Looking to start a vocational college to teach trades like electrician. Really enjoying the channel!
Thanks so much for this information it was so helpful
Good afternoon:
I am encouraged now to start my own school. I am enjoying watching your videos, they are very informative. Can you share more videos about school plans and paperwork needed.
This is sooo helpful!!
Happy I could help!
You took your dream and ran with it!!!! Simple yet complicated. If you are patient and dedicated anyone could do it!
I agree!! That is one reason that I am sharing. So many people aspire to do something similar, however, they feel they can't. I hope to motivate many.
This is great! I just started my own school in Dallas back in September. I have one student as well to start off. Itâs been hard finding pupils since Iâm not really from the area and donât have a lot of connections, but Iâm just getting started so I know itâll pick up!
Awesome! It will pick up. FB is a good platform. Letâs connect, join our group called Teachers Interested in Starting a School we try to keep each other encouraged and give advice as much as we can.
Thank you for this video. I was considering a career path in Education. Im planning on getting a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction with my concentration being in Dyslexia and Language-Based Learning Disabilities. Ive only recently been thinking about starting my own school specifically for kids with LDs and really appreciate all of the wonderful help you're offering. So much to think about! But I appreciate everything you give us in your videos.
Awww. Thanks! Also, I am so happy that you are interested in getting your Masters in Curriculum and Instruction with your concentration in Dyslexia and Language based LDs. That is such a great combo and will make you so marketable. Rarely have a since that combination and I wish I had a better grasp of curricular specifically that designed to better help those with learning issues or adopting just a regular one in a meaningful way. Itâs a lot more time consuming and most teachers donât always put in the extra work needed. Good luck!
Thank you for sharing your journey. Iâm a teacher in public school for 17th are. I love teaching, but believe itâs time to make a shift. Your video is an inspiration.
Thank you this is great information!
Thank you!
You are fabulous and thank you! Iâm in California and had a childcare business for seven years. My daughter and I are wanting to open a school and youâre super helpful. Thank you! Iâll be watching more of your videos!
Go for it!!! I think as a result of Covid more and more people are looking for alternatives to public. We have a FB group called teachers interested in starting a school. Join us! We are building community and support for those who are interested in taking the Journey.
Great stuff
I would like to thank you for this information. For years I had this on and off again behavior about starting a school. I started the day to day protocols I want to put in place, part of the curriculum then I would stop. Your video helped me to place that anxiety of âmaking sure it was perfectâ out of the window. I also debated about nonprofit and profit since my funding is low. This video helped a lot. May God continue to bless you and your journey.
AwwwâŠyou should join our FB group. We answer questions lots of questions. The group is called teachers interested in starting a school
i really appreciate this thank you so much denise smith
Denise have you joined our FB group yet? If not you are welcome to. Itâs many people aspiring to open their own schools.
Thank you SO much for this testimony!!! I am only about 4 mins in and Iâm starting to write this comment. This was for me! I just had the revelation tonight that I am out of place and need to start my school!!! I felt like doors werenât opening but thatâs because I was out of order! Thank you thank you!!! â€ïž
Please reach out if you are still interested
Thank you so much for your videos. I would love to start an African centered micro school. I will definitely be gleaning wisdom from you. Thanks again
We also have a group on FB called Teachers Interested in Starting a school. Join us. Everyone shares information.
Wonderful info, thanks lad! I am starting a school and one strategy I made is starting a tutor programme đ now I have some pupils go start a school with. And I took advantage of covid-19 lockdown to open an online learning Centre in order to stay connected with pupils and to get more pupils. Now I need to work on the business licence and a suitable place. I already have the whole programme on papers. I need to get to know how to arrange the paper work for applying for a license!
Thank you so much, this is very helpful! You are so inspiring! God is so good!
Thank you so much and yes He is!!
Thank you! Thank you! I've been looking for information on this topic, as I plan to open in MS! It was so refreshing to watch you speak about your journey! #subscribe
Such inspiring and helpful information.
We have a Facebook group now as well. Itâs called Teachers Interested in Starting a school, join us!
Awesome video. Thanks for sharing this. I have been in education for about eight years working with struggle learners in middle school. I believe we must partner with families at a younger age to see success in our learners. I want to start a private school, starting with Kindergarten and adding a grade every year after that. Thank you again for this information. I'm heading to watch your other videos.
Glad it was helpful! Yes, we need more school especially at the elementary level. I am currently in middle right now.
God spoke a certain word to me in an audible voice years ago. I did not understand what to do with it. Itâs been many many years and I almost gave up. A few days ago, I revisited my experience and God has lead my mind and heart in this direction. After carefully thinking and searching my heart, I thought within myself⊠âA Private School!â
So this is how I found your page. Thank you and God bless you! â€
Thank you for sharing this. Go forth and may he be with you on this journey.
This has motivates me a lot!!!
Yey!!! Join our group on FBfacebook.com/groups/2561950337436466
Greatly thank you for this information. God Bless
You are so welcome!!
I wish that your program had been around in 2008. I was a special education student who suffered a major setback due to the NCLB Act, and the Georgia High School Graduation Test. I failed one portion and graduated with a certificate of attendance and a Special Education diploma. Later, I went to Job Corps, where I obtained my high school diploma. Currently, I am pursuing my bachelors degree at Clark Atlanta University, with hopes of continuing on to a Masters Program and ultimately starting a school of my own. Your story is really inspiring and I am glad I stumbled upon your channel. Thank you for sharing!!!
That's really inspiring ! I guess that it couldn't happen this way in France. :) Not sure if you have already told us, but what about the building? Did you have it already? Do you rent it? Oh, and all the material? Tables, chairs, boards, that's a lot to provide! Wishing you all the best for what's to come! Oh, and thanks so much for the shout out!
You are so welcome!!! Also, I would have done the next video for today, but I wasn't feeling well and didn't feel like doing it. However, I will mention much of what you comment on either tomorrow or Wednesday.
Thank you so much! I'm at a place were it has fallen on my heart to start a school. Especially wtih what is going on in public schools, I image private education will be on the rise in the next several years.
Thank you soooooo much đ For doing this.
I can do this. Wow
You sure can!!! Here is a more detailed blog I wrote here: theldcoach.com/how-to-start-a-school/
Yes totally agree alot is I would say like you its supper natural, what you are called for will open doors for you.
You blessed me this sister! I am so happy for you; and I know that if God did it for you, He is willing to do it for me!!
Thatâs right!!! I have a FB group too. Join us, itâs called teachers interested in starting a school
OH MY God (PUN INTENDED)... your words gave me chills...
I am a NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programer) & Hypnotherapist...
I also Teach Acting Classes for Film and Stage... I have include the two together... so a Student doesn't (feel) like they're in Therapy, they're just learning how to "ACT" for Stage, Film and LIFE..
I want to open up my own "Acting Academy" ...
@@judichristopher4604 go for it! Such an awesome bridge to work with your patience.
@@CindyTheLDCoach thank you so much for the encouragement⊠We did this many years ago with children that were in trouble instead of sending them to TOC or somewhere where they would just sit in a chair⊠We asked the principal to send them to drama⊠And we worked out the problem without them even knowing it⊠Some of the students went on to be great actors also⊠But the main thing is they learned lessons⊠They learn life lessons.
This is the most genuine video on the topic i've seen... Thanks for sharing your experience! I just have one question maybe you could answer for me. If not getting accreditted at the moment, is a bachelors required for the teachers at the school? I'm in Virginia but whats the regulations around that in your state? Thank you again for the information!!
Hello SalafisPrime!! It has taken me bit of a while, but I finally gotten part 2 up. Teachers are not required to have a bachelors; however, unless they teach something like an elective...music, wood shop, auto mechanics I most likely wouldn't hire them as a teacher, I would make them a co-teacher, someone working under the leadership of a teacher who is certified or has a great deal of experience. This is only the case because of who our clients are too. Our parents want to know that the teachers have to skills needed to teach our population. Thanks for your comment!!
Thnx sis, awesome job
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Hi, I'm new here! I love what you do! Much love from!!!
Thank you sir!! I appreciate that!
Thank you
Thanks you such for this I will be starting my school this years this is so helpful.
That is awesome!!! What state? Also, if you are on FB join our groupâŠTeachers Interested in Starting a School. I am trying to build a community of us so itâs not so lonely on the journey.
@@CindyTheLDCoach I'm in Texas.
@@CindyTheLDCoach Do you have a link to your Facebook group
We have someone in Texas, I thin Woodlands
Thanks!
Hey Cindy this is an amazing thing to do. Super proud of you and what you are about to achieve. I have a friend who started a special needs school back home in Nigeria and she need more than $75 dollars!! You are doing wonderful
How awesome is that!! I pray that she gets all the resources she needs. I donât want to make it sound like you donât need anything, but for me, everything for the most part that was a huge expense was donated or reduced. I also started with older kids which helped a lot.
Keep me posted on her progress!
Thank you. This was great. Canât wait for part 2. Can you also discuss curriculum? If I started out as a summer program, what could I use?
I will be discussing curriculum in a couple of weeks. Stay tuned!!! Also, thanks for stopping in.
Thank you so much for sharing all this information and letting us know step-by-step what we need to do I really appreciate it.
You should join our group!!!
@@CindyTheLDCoach I would love to join your group! How do I join
Hello!! We are on FB, search Teachers Interested In Starting A School
There are many children out there that need for Christians to be starting schools, and adults too for that matter. May God bless you in this endeavor and For this effort in educating your student AND spreading ideas and help to others who may also be able to start schools!
I totally agree!!! Thank you so much!
Thanks for sharing!! I have wanted to start a school for years but I donât have a degree. I applied and got accepted to a couple local colleges this past fall but didnât get approved for financial aide. I donât want to take out loans. I also want the school I start to be accredited. Iâm in a tough spot!
Can you work and pay your way through school? You can always collaborate with someone else who has the same heartbeat. Good luck!
This was great! Thank you so much for sharing this info and your journey. I am a 7-year teaching vet and starting to really feel the burnout of teaching virtually. I am in the planning stages of a non-profit organization program for the arts and education that would meet face-to-face. Iâm wondering how much of a challenge this would be during the pandemic. Have you faced any issues with your school due to Covid-19? What would be your advice on ways to navigate during these times?
Would love to speak to you about this...blessings
I would like to partner with you for more ideas. Iâm planning on starting my own private school in Africa.
Youâre super cute, young and innovative.
Iâm so inspired by you. Thank for the hard-work.
I just subscribed âđŸ
Exactly what ive been looking for. I will be in touch via your IG. Thank you so much.
Please do! I check it tomorrow.
I'm late....but this was great!
Thank you!!!
thank you
You are so welcome. I hope it was helpful. It has taken a little while, but part 2 is now up as well if you wanted to continue the series with us. Blessings!
Periodt on the supernatural part! God is good
Thank you so much. I am a believer as well and Iâm in the process of beginning this journey. Do you do mentoring ?
That is incredible, WOW $75. Codee aka CoCo has that much right now :) Not that she is in any position to become a teacher right now, She is just 14, but being a special ed teacher is on her list of things she might want to do when she grows up. And to think She could have her own school someday. Thanks for sharing it is good to know there are so many possibilities. It is so true that not all kids learn the same. I feel like Codee really struggles with concentration, and staying focused. we were told in 6th grade she had ADD, and they gave us medication, but after praying hard about it we just kept getting the same NO, do not medicate her. I believe it was the right choice, however she struggles with focusing, and completing assignment, and then remembering to turn them in. I think this will actually help her as she gets older, if she does choose to open a school, or even just be in a career working with kids, because she will be more understanding of those situations, and that not all kids learn the same. Thanks So much for sharing.
Much respect with your decision not to give meds. I donât judge either way, but it would be a hard decision for us to make too. I donât even give my kids shoots in a regular schedule.
How do you figure in your salary? From tuition payments? Thank you for this video!! Very encouraging!
You are awesome!!!
I'm so curious to know more about the U.S.A laws regarding curriculum? 12:11
All the details on that please!!!
Is some sort of regular reporting due to the government? Does anyone check up on the curriculum? How? Is there some flexibility? Is Standardized Testing required? Flexibility in that?
Thank you for making this video and your time to do this. I know I am a little late but after watching a few videos and either your battery dying or getting sick, the Devil is constantly working to hold you down!
Praying for you to continue the Lords work and steward these children well.
My wife and I have a Autistic child and the public school system in our area just does not have the tools/teachers capable of caring for him. Therefore, we are praying to see if this is a path for our family and itâs coming from the Lord.
Please pray for us, we are waiting for the Lord to confirm what he put on our hearts.
Thank you and may the Lord Jesus Christ bless you and your students.
John Kang
Yes one one the videos there is a part that I didnât completely edit out. đ I will def pray that God gives you direction. If He says that starting your own school is the way or even to explore it, you can join our FB group called teachers interested in starting their own school. I should say parents or anyone because the process will be the same for everyone. Anyway I answer a lot of questions and we motivate/inspire each other in there.
I forgot how little public school teaches. Homeschool and even starting your own school is much better. The United States of America needs to do better in education.
I do agree that we can do better. However, for better or worst millions depend on public education. We have to do better.
Yes! It is a GOD thing. This video was an answered prayer. God bless you for you obedience. Question. How do you pay teachers? And how did you acquire a building? How are you making money having established a "private school"? Hope to hear from you soon.
All of those are good questions... I'd like to know too.
Whew god sent me here too!!! đ
May He birth the vision He has given you!
Hi, thank you so much for the videos as I'm interested in starting a school/homeschool. May I ask what state you are in?
Sure, GA. Go for it!!! Itâs hard work but the most rewarding 10 years of my career
This has been my dream since I was 15 years old.
What type of business programs have you found useful for keeping attendance, records of your students important documents, etc.?
Hi Cindy, Iâm inspired of your school. I like your website and it has youtube videos. How, who, or what website did you use to create your website?
I got someone on Fiverr to do it.
I've applied to start a private forest Preschool in Wisconsin. I have a gal who would like to teach for me but she can't afford to lose her insurance with the job she's at. Do you have any ideas about providing insurance to employees or where I might go to get that information?
I am interested in starting an online private school, is everything the same?
How did you get a building for the school ?
Thank you! God is awesome!
Thank you! I appreciate this God is calling me to do this ... is there a group I can join as an educator and administrator to build networks with like minded people.
Hi Dalila! I started one on FB. We are small but We are slowly becoming just that. Itâs called Teachers Interested in starting a school. You donât have to be a teacher. Look us up!!â€ïž
Wow..The Father is so amazing, you just happen to be talking to me, you just happen to be in Georgia, and so am I. đ
Keep the faith!!
Thanks, I needed to hear that. And you as well!
Thank you for this video! How do you pay teachers?
Hi, so just like a business you have to generate income...tuition and because I am a school that works with students who have Learning Disabilities, they get a certain amount from the state to attend. And I also write grants.
I live in Namibia and I currently doing my honors in Education and i wish to start my school. I started with a few things but I am alone and i feel a bit discouraged.
Hello, so in order to want to build and run your own private school as in being in the building during school days and make sure things are running smoothing or just having the title as principal, assistant principal, you need a masters degree ?
The person over the instructional program generally needs a Masters degree. I put the word generally because things do change from state to state. In addition, if you do not seek accreditation then in most places there is very little requirements. So you could run a school without this if you donât get accredited. We have a group on Facebook called teachers interested in starting a school you are welcome to join and ask questions as needed and share your journey.
how did you get the finding to keep the kids and the lights on in the building
Hi! Hope to do a video to chat about this soon. But personal savings, fundraising, and donations and grants.
I would love to speak with you Qween however I do not participate on Soc media ...please advise if there is another way for us to connect
You've inspired me to open a Private School, but I'm located in North Carolina. How did you find your student minimum, education, and facility requirements for your state?
Hi, that is on one of the other videos I did. I did a playlist. Check the other ones out. In addition, I have a group on FB where I try to answer questions and build community with like minded people. Itâs called Teachers Interested in Starting a School- you donât have to be a teacher. â€ïž
Hello, My name is Haley Chase-Crocker. I am interested in opening my own school someday but have no clue where to start. I wasn't sure if there's a way for us to talk (email would work) where I can ask. few questions! There is some things I need to work on first but would love to relatively map out a plan on where to start and things I should be working on now! Did you go through the department of education?
Hi! Do you have any idea how to start a school in UK?
So sorry! I donât. I wish you the best however.
I wanna build my own HBCU, Iâve been investing and started trading to build up some money so how much would I be lookin at, and how long would trying to build a college look like
That is a wonderful dream to have, especially considering that the are closing my the dozens. I really donât know how much, but I am sure you will need quite a bit of resources. I would say def build a team of like minded people. This is something you canât do alone. Also, start researching the requirements so you will know what is ahead of you. Good luck!!
Any experience setting up a private post secondary school? I'm trying to get on setup in Orlando, FL. Looking for an accredited career college.
No, I donât have any experience with this, but I would love to follow your journey. Keep me posted. These are really needed
I have a non-profit centered around developmental disabled adults here in Conyers and now I want to work with special needs children needing to be in a private setting.
Do you charge tuition? This is the first video Iâve seen of yours. Iâm about to search through the other vids to see if you talk about this.
Iâve one other one so far. Will be doing more soon. I do!
Cindy Lumpkin Thank you! Iâve learned so much from your videos. Iâve wanted to start a school for a long time, but always look at Charter schools. I get so overwhelmed by the process and never move forward. Now, after your video and additional research, Iâm ready to move forward. Thanks for your videos! Keep posting.