A Full-Time Alternative to School for Teens.
Bay State Learning Center offers personalized, flexible education for teens in a supportive tight-knit atmosphere.
Our Focus Is On Engagement.
When students are trusted to lead, they develop the confidence, skills, and purpose to thrive—both in school and beyond.
We offer creative classes, diverse peers, dedicated mentors, and activities that encourage dynamic self-directed learning. We promote a culture of autonomy and self-determination while supporting our students with active mentorship in reaching their goals and engaging their interests successfully.
Diversity is important to us and we are proud to be supportive of and represented by our Neurodiverse, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC communities.
Part of the Liberated Learners Network.
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Testimonials
“An oasis of acceptance, and an opportunity for growth and learning”
Susan Brostrup-Jensen - Parent
"At Bay State Learning Center, our two sons are developing a love of learning, a fascination with the world, and a passion for justice. BSLC turns education into adventure."
Jon Paul Sydnor - Parent
"Our sons' lives have been immeasurably enhanced by attending BSLC...
Best of all are the positive changes we have seen in our kids. They talk with us! They laugh with us, they share their feelings, they are excited about the future...
Can't say enough good things about this place and the people there"
Karen Lock Kolp - Parent
"... she wasn't sure what to expect when starting at this new "school", but the staff and kids were all so incredibly warm and welcoming that she felt instantly at home... she has blossomed, becoming more engaged and extraverted than ever before.
If you're looking for an exceptional, stress-free environment for your quirky teen, Bay State is definitely worth a closer look."
Tatum Johnston - Parent
"This was the perfect landing spot for my daughter. Public school (brick and mortar or online) was not for us. Full time homeschooling wasn't possible either.
My daughter needed Bay State to develop some anxiety-coping strategies, social skills, and be able to connect with a community of people. I love what they stand for and how they back a young person's mind. I am relived that she continues to stay connected even through this pandemic.
Angela Kao - Parent
Stories
Listen to Sam speak about how he got over anxiety
Listen to Max describe his favorite quality about the education he received at BSLC - the quality he believes a teen needs to thrive in school
Listen to George, founder of BSLC, share what motivates kids to learn
Listen to Ajay, a mentor at BSLC, share what's sometimes toughest, but also best, about teaching
- produced by Karen Lock Kolp
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Learn Life – an alternative education for teens and high-school aged youth combining the best of homeschooling and traditional school in a welcoming environment.
Bay State Learning Center is a non-profit, non-governmental, 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization
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