Welcome to Macomber Center!
WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERS FOR THE 2025/26 ACADEMIC YEAR. CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION.
The Macomber Center for Self-Directed Education serves children ages 5 to 18, offering both full-time and part-time options. We are open Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and follow the traditional academic year calendar. Macomber is not a school—our members are officially registered as homeschoolers. Here, children are free to follow their curiosity and explore their own interests all within a vibrant, age-mixed community, supported by engaged, knowledgeable adults.
What Do Kids Do at The Center?
Our members enjoy the freedom to choose how they spend their time, all day, every day.
Our members have continuous access to computers, books, games, and various tools and materials, as well as a kitchen, art room, and a music room. Our outdoor space consists of 114 acres with large sports fields, hiking trails, rocks and ledges for climbing, streams, and densely wooded areas populated with forts. We also have seven talented and dedicated staff members—each bringing a unique set of skills, knowledge, and interests. How members engage with our community and its resources is entirely up to them.
How to Become a Member
We offer rolling admissions, provided there is space available. After an initial interview, prospective members must complete a five-day trial period. After the trial, we will meet with you and your child to determine if the Macomber Center is the right fit.