Thrive Communities, Mesa Campus
Welcome to the Thrive Communities, Mesa Campus! Serving families in Mesa, Tempe, Apache Junction, and the surrounding areas, we offer a flexible drop-off program that’s fully covered by ESA and designed to support your homeschooling journey.
Thrive is about building community and connection, whether you’re brand new to homeschooling or a seasoned veteran. Students learn through History, Science, Literature, and Art with paid instructors while parents have a true drop-off day.
Location & Meeting Times
Meeting Day: Fridays
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Our Mesa campus is located near the intersection of E University Drive and N Gilbert Road in Mesa, AZ 85213. We are situated minutes from Mountain View Park and the Sprouts Farmers Market plaza. The exact address is shared when families schedule a tour or complete enrollment.
Our Grade-Level Cohorts
The Mesa campus has the following cohorts:
- K-1: Green Group
- 2-3: Red Group
- 4-5: Blue Group
- 6-8: Yellow Group
We keep cohorts small to support personal attention, relationships, and a connected community. Students remain with their group throughout the day to build consistency and friendship. Cohorts are capped at approximately 20 students, and once a group is full, we begin a waitlist.
Our Mesa campus has a dedicated teacher for each subject (history, science, literature, and art). Thrive teachers hold university degrees and have backgrounds in education, with many holding teaching certificates.
Program Details
Here's a list of FAQs about our program. If you’d like to talk with our Parent Ambassador, you can also reach out here.
Tuition & ESA Funding
Tuition and fees are 100% covered by ESA funding for eligible families. Thrive is a direct-pay vendor on ClassWallet. Enrollment is open year-round, and if you join after the school year has started, we will make a prorated invoice for you.
Tuition: $2,300 / year (Billed quarterly at $575)
Supply Fee: $100 / semester
Registration Fee: $75 / year
Socialization & Community
Building community and socialization is a core part of our mission. In addition to weekly classroom interaction, recess, and small-group activities, Thrive families gain access to a statewide network of events.
Field Trips: Educational visits to places like science museums.
Community Events: Large gatherings, such as our annual bash at Hurricane Harbor, dances, and fairs.
Consistent Peer Groups: Students see the same peers each week, creating familiarity and allowing friendships to develop naturally over time.
Faith-Neutral Academics
Thrive works well for families who prefer to guide faith decisions for their household. Our program is faith-neutral and focused purely on academics, creating a safe environment that leaves matters of faith in your hands.
No Grades or Homework
Thrive is designed to support your homeschool while keeping parents in control.
No Required Homework: We do not assign homework.
No Grades: We focus on learning and engagement. Families are free to extend the learning at home if they choose, but it is never required.
Curriculum: Classical Remixed
Our curriculum, Classical Remixed, blends the structure of classical education with hands-on, project-based learning designed to get kids engaged with the content in a stress-free way.
Students conduct physics experiments, read age-appropriate classics, engage in discussions, and dive into immersive events such as our Egyptian-themed history festival.
A day at Thrive includes:
History: Storytelling, discussion, and age-appropriate debate as students examine real events, perspectives, and decisions from the past.
Science: Hands-on experiments where students test ideas and learn how the physical world works through direct experience.
Literature: Guided reading and discussion that helps students understand the story and participate meaningfully at their own reading level.
Art: Period-inspired projects tied to the historical era being studied, exploring how art reflected daily life, beliefs, and values.
Movement & Recess: Time for physical activity, social play, and connection.
Small-Group Activities: Structured opportunities to build friendships and community.
A True Drop-Off Day
Unlike a co-op, Thrive is a true drop-off program.
No Volunteering Required: You do not need to teach, clean, or monitor recess.
Parent Freedom: You get a reliable, guaranteed day off each week to work, rest, or focus on your other children while professional educators handle the instruction.
Safety & Security
Your child’s safety is our top priority. We maintain a strictly vetted, closed-campus environment:
Background Checks: Every teacher, aide, and staff member undergoes a background check.
Closed Campus: No unauthorized visitors are allowed on site during program hours.
Trained Staff: Program Leads are trained in First Aid and CPR.
Secure Dismissal: We manage a safe hand-off process during pickup.
Ready to Visit?
We would love to show you our Mesa campus!
✅ Tour the campus: See our community in action.
✅ Connect with a Parent Ambassador: Get personalized guidance and answers to your specific questions.
✅ Enroll Today: Ready to jump in? Secure your spot while enrollment is open.
