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Now Enrolling Grades TK-12

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Welcome to iLEAD Agua Dulce, a FREE public charter school in Agua Dulce, California, serving grades TK-12.

At iLEAD, we see the leader in your child. That’s why we’ve built an engaging educational experience that not only meets but exceeds the standards, with a focus on your child’s unique strengths and playful love of learning. Experience personalized, relationship-driven learning empowering individuals to grow and LEAD.


Why iLEAD Agua Dulce?
  • Unique outdoor classroom learning environment.
  • Play-based learning.
  • Personalized education.
  • Project-based learning.
  • Career & Technical Education (CTE).
  • UC a-g approved coursework.
  • Social-emotional learning.
  • Innovative, independent critical thinking.
  • Entrepreneurship and collaboration.
  • Technology focus.
  • Open, fun learning environments.
  • Athletics.
  • Critter Crew: Farm animal friends on campus.
  • Hands-on aerospace opportunities.
  • Family participation.
  • Small-town community collaborative projects.
  • Learning options: Site-based and independent study (home study).

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What Our Families Are Saying

  • “I have freedom and can share my opinion and show what I think.”
    Learner

  • “I love that the kids are able to learn in different environments (inside and outside) and apply different types of hands-on learning.”
    Parent

  • “It is a wonderful, warm, and inviting community where everyone seems to be like-minded and really cares about the children. If a child is a more advanced learner, then they get the opportunity to go beyond the typical limitation.”
    Parent

  • “The faculty is so sharp and caring and really have creative methods to engage the kids!”
    Madeline B.

    Parent

  • “The experiences and the things these kiddos learn are lifelong skills, not just book smarts.”
    Jessica M.

    Parent

  • “The greatest strength of the school is providing a safe environment to have fun and learn at the same time.”
    Parent

  • “We love that they give learners the opportunity to learn in different ways, the smaller classroom size, and the after-school help.”
    Parent

  • “So grateful that my son gets to continue his education at iLEAD Agua Dulce. They just get it!”
    Karen N.E.

    Parent

  • “I love that they teach the kids how to take care of the animals and the plants.
    Parent

  • “Excellent! Great facilitators, great school leader.”
    Danika H.

    Parent

  • “The confidence it has built in my children is amazing. Their confidence continues to grow every year.”
    Parent

  • “I especially like that the learners themselves are involved with their curriculum and able to inquire with curiosity to better individualize their learning process.”
    Parent

  • “The school helps us learn better, and we feel safe.”
    Learner

  • “I appreciate the social-emotional approach to learning, fostering a safe environment to encourage a lifelong love for learning.”
    Parent

  • “The play-based learning is perfect for all kids and really helps them expend excess energy in a positive way.”
    Georgie G.

  • “The school encourages learners to grow at their own pace while still meeting the expectations and milestones of the grade level. They also provide play-based learning, which is so refreshing.”
    Parent

  • “The greatest strength of my school is the teachers. They genuinely care about their students, and it makes learning so much easier.”
    Learner

  • “I love how the school is very family oriented, how it values parent participation. Most importantly, my son feels safe and encouraged to continue strengthening his abilities and knowledge.”
    Parent

  • “I like the kids I go to school with. Makes school fun.” 
    Ori A.

    High Schooler

  • “I love the social-emotional learning, the project-based learning, and the farm, and the teachers are wonderful. My kids love going to school!”
    Parent

  • “My girls both LOVE it. And I love it for them.”
    Cynthia V.

    Parent

  • “The outdoor classroom, animals, gardens, tree climbing, playing in all types of weather and the other special programs greatly promote healthy brain and physical development.”
    Lisa Latimer

    Founding Director

  • “Our kids really enjoy the activities and love that they can express themselves through play.”
    Tiffany S.

    Parent

  • “The kids are engaged and part of each other’s academic journey.”
    Parent

  • “I especially appreciate the individual approach to learning. There are specific goals for each of my children to meet.“
    Parent

  • “They get to develop themselves through becoming brave, strong, confident leaders, embracing their authentic selves.”
    Jessica M.

    Parent

  • “The facilitators and staff are amazing at keeping things on track.”
    Parent

  • “It’s easier to get work done when I decide my own schedule and reliable help is always available during workshop time.”
    Seamus B.

    High Schooler

  • “This program allows our children to still be children while making learning fun.”
    Parent

  • “I love the social-emotional learning, that the teachers assess the student without tests (unless it’s required by the state), the project-based learning, the farm, and the teachers are wonderful. My kids love going to school!”
    Parent

  • “Their academics are great. Challenging and keep kiddos engaged. The hands-on experiences they have are the best.“
    Jessica M.

  • “I like that it’s different than a traditional school. I like that kids don’t sit all day. They have classes outside of the classroom, allowing them to have a hands-on learning experience.”
    Parent

  • “The greatest strength of the school is the help that we get as students when needed.”
    Learner

  • “We are a homeschool family that uses iLEAD as our umbrella school. We feel supported by iLEAD in our independent learning.”
    Rylee V.

    Parent

  • “My son flourishes with the hands-on learning. We need schools like this; not all children learn the same way.”
    Mason H.

    Parent

  • “Changing to iLEAD was the best decision. I wish we would have done it sooner. My kids absolutely love that they can play and be kids!”
    Michelle Z.

    Parent

  • “I love how my daughter is learning so much through play and the connections she has made with her facilitator and peers.”
    Wendy R.

    Parent

  • “I absolutely love their emphasis on play/outdoor education and how that plays such an integral role in children’s development.”
    Angie T.

    Parent

  • “I absolutely love it for my middle schoolers. iLEAD is a perfect fit.”
    Lizzy W.

  • “They listen to each student’s needs and nurture their individuality and interests.”
    Parent

  • “Kids just show up and smile. Bravo to all the learners, facilitators, and parents.”
    Lynn M.

    Parent

  • “I’m happy my children get to learn at their own pace.”
    Parent

  • “They really work with students and families to make their educational program accessible. Administration and my child’s facilitators, special education representative, and counselor have been very accommodating and supportive. They have made numerous accommodations and offered additional educational assistance to her on a near daily basis. They have also helped her socially and emotionally. The school has a great program and great staff.”
    Parent

  • “The learners are involved and participate in their own education.”
    Parent

  • “Great educators, amazing school. We love our school.”
    Mason H.

    Parent

  • “Being in an independent study model allowed me to work at my own pace and get ahead in my classes. I am graduating a year early!”
    Desi M.

    Graduate

  • “We are very happy with our wonderful school community.”
    Parent

  • “I love the school program and staff!”
    Maria M.

    Parent

  • “Everyone at the school is so involved and creates an amazing environment for learners and their families.”
    Parent

  • “When I picked him up, he said he wants to stay at school forever! Thank you, iLEAD!”
    Jenna P.

    Parent

  • “iLEAD AD inspires kids to ponder, be authentic, be leaders, work collaboratively, and be intrinsically motivated. And best of all, my kids are happy.”
    Heidi H.

    Parent

  • “The greatest strength of being at iLEAD Agua Dulce is that I can work at my own pace.”
    Learner

  • “iLEAD Agua Dulce is a beautiful balance between a small community and global opportunity. The best part is that it gives learners the chance to think globally while acting locally.”
    Ms. Elsa

    Facilitator

  • “Thank you, iLEAD Agua Dulce! You all are truly amazing.”
    Sheri W.

    Parent

  • “I love the schools sports programs, large playgrounds, and easy-to-understand curriculum.”
    Learner

  • “iLEAD Agua Dulce does not feel like a typical school. It feels like a community that truly believes in developing the whole child.”
    Raphael H.

  • “The teachers are so understanding. If you’re struggling with anything, they’re always there to back you up for that extra support.”
    Learner

  • “iLEAD Agua Dulce is a school filled with love, fun and learning.”
    Briley B.

    Parent

  • “The projects allow us to do our work in a fun way, and we also get to make meaningful connections with partners.“
    Learner

  • “I like that as a parent I can be involved with my child’s learning and be a part of their education.”
    Parent

  • “My favorite thing about being in an independent study program is that I get to work at my own pace. It makes school less stressful because I have control over my learning.”
    Sadie J.

    High Schooler

  • “Having the ability to move around is something I like about iLEAD AD High School. Flexible seating for all!”
    Liam Wiliamson

    High Schooler

  • “I appreciate the freedoms we are given in this school. I think it helps us become accustomed to managing our own adult life in the future.”
    Learner

  • “The tenets of iLEAD merged with ‘Leader in Me’ are the basis of the school’s success.”
    Parent

  • “I am thoroughly impressed that the teachers genuinely care about their students. The facilitators and administration are great leaders by example, and I hold them in the highest regard. Everyone who I have met that works there is a great role model and inspires learning for the kids they teach.”
    Parent

  • “There is something truly special about a school that empowers individual authenticity in order to strengthen the community.”
    Ms. Elsa

    Facilitator

  • “The sense of community at the school is strong and one of its best assets. “
    Parent

  • “The support staff is phenomenal, and the facilitators’ investment in the individual students is unparalleled!”
    Parent

  • “I love the campus, the rigor of the work, and the community on campus.”
    Georgie G.

    Parent

  • “We love the iLEAD family, and we’re proud of our school!”
    The Perezes

    Parents

  • “I love the community the kids have built with the other learners and that they continue to grow with each other.”
    Parent

  • “The garden, makery, etc. are good for the learners because we learn and try new things.”
    Learner

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