Every Journey Begins
with Discovery
The first step in Leadership Education is to discover
where you and your family are today — and what your next step could be.
Education isn't a
one-size-fits-all checklist.
It's a journey.
Through this process is where your learning journey begins — gaining clarity about the stages of family learning, understanding where you are, and identifying what your next step should be.
You’ll learn the fundamental tools and principles that guide great education at home.
When you discover Leadership Education, you’ll:
See learning through a new lens: inspiration, not pressure
Transform education from a burden into a joyful adventure of discovery and growth.
Recognize your child's unique genius and gifts
Every child has special talents and ways of learning that deserve to be celebrated and nurtured.
Gain clarity on the Phases of Learning — and where you are right now
Understand the natural progression of learning and meet your child exactly where they are.
Pause & Reflect
Before You Take the Next Step
A few thoughtful questions to help you understand the Leadership Education approach.
Think of a book that inspired you — one that made you feel alive, opened your mind, or nudged you toward becoming better.
Now think of a teacher, coach, or mentor who believed in you, challenged you, or awakened something inside you.
Put those two together — powerful books and inspiring mentors — and you have the heart of Leadership Education.
That spark is what Leadership Education is about.
And you can bring it into your home — one small step at a time.
Simple First Steps
No overwhelming commitments, no pressure to change everything at once.
Just gentle, meaningful steps forward.
Take the Quiz
Take the Learning Path Quiz and find the next right step for your family’s Leadership Education journey.
Try a Free Sample
“A Thomas Jefferson Education” gives you the foundation and vocabulary for mentoring, purpose, and intentional learning.
Begin One Simple Practice
Choose a book that lights you up — and read it aloud together.
You Don't Have to Be an Expert to Start
You don’t need a degree, a perfect system, or years of experience to begin.
Leadership Education is about real families
learning and growing together — discovering what works, adjusting, and moving forward
one simple step at a time.
No teaching background required
No strict schedule or system to memorize
You grow as your children grow
Questions Parents Ask When Starting Out
You're not alone — here are some answers to give you confidence with your first steps.
I'm brand new to homeschooling. Do I have to commit to everything at once?
Absolutely not. Leadership Education is designed to be flexible. You can start with a single book, a family practice like read-alouds, or a free mini-course — and grow at your own pace.
What if my spouse isn't fully on board?
That’s normal. Many families start with one parent leading the way. Over time, spouses often join in naturally when they see the joy and results in the home. (Tip: try the Mentoring in the Classics audio sessions together — they’re easy entry points.)
Do I need a teaching background to do this?
Not at all. In fact, Leadership Education is built on the idea that you learn alongside your children. Your role is not to be a professor, but to be a parent-mentor and fellow learner.
What if I'm already homeschooling with another curriculum?
Leadership Education isn’t a “curriculum” you have to swap everything for. It’s a framework and a culture of learning you can weave into whatever you’re already doing — and it often makes other resources more joyful and effective.
What if I start and then realize I’m doing it wrong?
There is no “wrong.” Every family adapts Leadership Education to their season of life. What matters most is that you keep becoming the expert on your own family.