OUR PHILOSOPHY
At Linder, we embrace each child's differences.
We nurture their natural curiosity and individuality with rigorous academics, personalized learning, and research-backed methods—while fostering resilience, reasoning, and a deep sense of belonging.
As a developmental psychologist who has witnessed the challenges families face, I founded The Linder Academy to provide children with unique strengths and challenges a place where they are truly understood and supported.
Traditional schools often overlook the brilliance of children who think and learn differently, leaving their potential untapped. After seeing too many students feel neglected or unsupported, I knew there had to be a better way.At Linder Academy, I’m proud to have created a school that provides an education that truly makes a difference—not just teaching, but transforming lives.
Here, we embrace your child’s unique needs, celebrate their strengths, and address their challenges with unwavering support. Our community believes in their potential, equipping students with the tools and confidence to thrive and grow into their best selves.
Kristin Carpenter
Founder & Head of School
Rigorous academics
Our curriculum is built around reading, writing, and reasoning—which integrates math, science, and logical thinking—to ensure students develop the essential skills needed for lifelong success.
We emphasize real-world applications that inspire bold exploration, critical thinking, and meaningful problem-solving. Small class sizes and skill-based cohorts allow us to tailor instruction to each student, meeting them where they are while challenging them to reach new heights. By fostering curiosity and a deep love for learning, we equip students to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Personalized, research-backed instruction
We embrace each child’s unique learning style with research-backed teaching methods. Our commitment to innovation and data ensures we’re using the most effective approaches to meet each child’s needs—whether they’re excelling in one area or need targeted support in another.
Small class sizes, skill-based cohorts, and personalized instruction allow us to do what’s best for every student, helping them thrive academically and develop a lifelong love of learning. At Linder, every child is celebrated for who they are and given the tools to succeed.
Commitment to life skills
At Linder, we go beyond academics to prepare students for life. Essential life skills are seamlessly integrated into our academic programs, helping students become well-rounded individuals ready to succeed in any environment.
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is thoughtfully woven into daily class activities, building empathy, self-awareness, emotional regulation, and strong communication. We also focus on executive functioning, resilience, and teamwork—equipping students with the confidence and skills to navigate challenges and build meaningful relationships.
Real-world learning is a big part of life at Linder. Through hands-on projects, internships, and community service, students build critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. They learn how to manage their time, communicate professionally, and take initiative. Our university partnerships give them space to explore their interests and follow through on real research. It’s all designed to prepare them for life—not just the next test.
Partnership with families
Our approach is built on true transparency, where data drives discussions and becomes the springboard for your child’s growth.
Parents play an active role in their child’s journey through regular updates on progress, goals, and strategies for growth. This seamless collaboration ensures each child receives the support and guidance needed to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally, with a caring team dedicated to their future.
Our Faculty/Staff
Our passionate, diverse community of educators is empowering the next generation.
Investing in the foundation of your child’s future
At Linder, we offer personalized, research-backed learning tailored to each child. We focus on interventions that help students grow, not just accommodations. Alongside strong academics, we build in social-emotional learning, executive functioning, and life skills in every lesson.