A K–6 private school in Byrnes Mill, MO where every learner belongs and grows.
We're a K–6 private elementary school blending small classes, Applied Behavior Analysis, and real hands-on learning — so neurotypical and neurodivergent kids grow, together.
What parents say
"Our son found his footing here. The teachers actually see him — not a diagnosis, not a grade level, just him."
— Sarah M., parent
Inclusion that's practiced every day — not just promised in a brochure.
We don't sort children by grade. We sort by skill, mix intentionally, and teach each child their next thing.
Small, blended classes
8–9 children per class, mixed by skill so everyone has someone to learn from — and someone to teach.
ABA woven into every day
Overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Not a therapy room — a classroom that actually works.
Personalized lesson plans
Every child gets their own plan, mapped to their real skills, not to a grade level they're supposed to hit.
Hands-on, always
Kids learn by doing. Building, cooking, exploring, creating — with the standards quietly baked in.
Four ways to learn with us.
From early childhood through elementary — plus intensive 1:1 support and an after-school program the kids actually want to attend.
Elementary School
A K-6 year-round private elementary school specifically designed to serve the needs of children who might easily be left behind in a public school setting.
Explore programEarly Childhood Learning Center
Small, mixed-ability classrooms that cultivate learning-to-learn skills, preacademics, and life skills — preparing your child for kindergarten and beyond.
Explore programIntensive Individual ABA
Applied Behavior Analysis is the foundation of everything we do — tailored to each child's unique needs rather than a one-size-fits-all model.
Explore programSocial Explorers After School Program
Traditional and non-traditional hands-on learning experiences — agriculture, science, culinary, arts and crafts — for K–6 kids after school.
Explore programWe don't leave children behind. Ever.
Grade levels are a convenience for the outside world. Inside our walls, we teach the child in front of us. Progress is measured against their own baseline, not against a curve.
"All students at Experiential Learning have a Personalized Lesson Plan designed with their learning needs and profile in mind."
8–9
kids / class
K–6
year-round
What families say about us.
Read more parent stories →"Our son found his footing here. The teachers actually see him — not a diagnosis, not a grade level, just him. He comes home talking about what he learned, which never happened before."
Open houses, info nights, and family events.
Spring Open House & Tour
Meet our team, walk through classrooms, and see what a day of experiential learning actually looks like. Coffee and snacks provided. Bring your child — we love when they come.
3774 Hess Rd, Byrnes Mill, MO 63051
Parent Info Night: ABA in the Classroom
A relaxed evening for parents curious about how Applied Behavior Analysis shows up in a real school day — not a therapy room. Q&A with our BCBA.
Experiential Learning School
Summer Camp Preview
A sneak peek at this summer's Social Explorers camp weeks. Meet the facilitators, walk the space, and lock in your week.
Experiential Learning School
Ready to see it in person?
The tour is honest, unrushed, and answers your real questions. Bring your child — we like it when they come.