Investing in the Future of Community-Led Education

Every family deserves schools where their children are seen, supported, and inspired to thrive.

We are a national venture philanthropy for community-led education

We believe the best educational solutions come from the communities they serve. NABML helps local leaders start, sustain, and scale high-quality microschools that put families first.

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Building a national ecosystem of innovation & excellence

From urban centers to rural enclaves, we are mapping the future of education. Our Microschools Directory connects families, founders, and funders to the most innovative microschools in the country.  

Equipping Founders to Lead and Succeed

From pedagogy to operations, we provide the technical expertise founders need to build sustainable learning environments.

Founder Launch Lab

An intensive incubator designed to help new leaders navigate the critical steps of opening a microschool

NABML Membership

A professional home for microschool leaders that provides the national identity, peer network, and collective voice needed to strengthen the community-led education movement

The Founder's Playbook

A curated library of essential resources and strategic guides that simplify the complexities of school leadership and protect the integrity of your school.

Member Spotlight

Every great movement begins with a local leader who decided to build something better. Get to know the founders behind our national network and see how they are restoring the heart of the village through community-led education.

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Shiren Rattigan

Shiren is the pioneering founder of Colossal Academy, emphasizing contemporary entrepreneurial education.

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Tatiana Alexander, M.Ed

A homeschooling mother, former public school teacher, and visionary school leader, Tatiana founded SOL Learning, an educational sanctuary where learning transcends boundaries.

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Dr. Faryn Slaton Barkley

Dr. Farryn Slaton-Barkley, founder of Rising Scholars Collective, is a bilingual veteran educator, education consultant, and advocate with a career dedicated to empowering students and creating inclusive learning environments.

"We don’t just fund schools; we invest in the agency of community leaders. By merging strategic capital with national infrastructure, we ensure that local innovation isn't just a moment—it's a movement."
Nicole Stewart
Founder & CEO, NABML

Latest News & Insights

Insights from the front lines of educational sovereignty. From press coverage to tactical playbooks for local founders, we are documenting the movement as it happens.