What is schole?

Being “rooted in schole” means embracing the original Greek ideal of learning as a form of leisure—time set aside not for the sake of filling hours, but for the joy of deep thinking, curiosity, and reflection. Practically, it looks like:

Unhurried Exploration: Lessons aren’t rushed. Learners have the space to ask questions, ponder “why,” and follow leads that genuinely spark their interest.

Intrinsic Motivation: Instead of tasks assigned solely to check boxes, students engage because they find the material meaningful—whether that’s a hands‑on science experiment or a philosophical discussion.

Reflective Practice: Regular pauses for journaling, group reflection, or Socratic dialogue help learners internalize what they’ve discovered, turning information into true understanding.

Balance of Rigor and Rest: Even as we hold high academic expectations, we build in moments of rest, creativity, and play—knowing that well‑timed brain breaks fuel deeper focus when it’s time to tackle core skills.

Learner Agency: Rooted in schole, education becomes less about “covering the curriculum” and more about co‑designing each student’s path—setting personal goals, choosing projects, and owning the learning journey.

In short, when Harris Academy is “rooted in schole,” we honor learning as a delightful, purposeful pursuit—where mastery and curiosity live hand in hand.