How the Program Works

Elite Education for Every Household

True education is an adventure! During the Scholar Phase (roughly ages 12–17), students need depth, rigor, and real challenges. Yet most schools manage to both overschedule and underchallenge students, leaving families without the tools to spark the conversations and experiences that shape intellect and character. This is the crucial stage when the prefrontal cortex, critical thinking, and moral judgment are developed and honed. Inkwood offers a modern take on timeless learning, bringing the rigor of leadership education into a family-friendly format through classic texts, small-group dialogue, and mentorship with purpose-driven scholars.

Our Purpose

Inkwood exists to make elite education accessible in every household. We believe students thrive when guided by mentors who value both scholarship and personal growth.

Our Method & Approach

• Oxford-style seminars: Small courses (2–8 students) for maximum engagement.

• Classic texts as the foundation: Building deep understanding through timeless works.

• Mentorship that matters: Elite mentors who believe in the potential of every student.

• Flexible, family-conscious structure: Designed to fit into household rhythms while maintaining rigor.

Course Structure

Semester Options:

• Fall Semester: 3 months (Second week of Sept – Second week of Dec)

• Winter Semester: 3 months (Second week of Jan – March)

• Spring Mini-Semester: 2 months (April - May, Mini-courses and Project Classes)

Courses meet twice weekly live on Zoom:

• Prep Session (30–60 min): Monday or Tuesday for scheduling, inspiration, and weekly preparation

• Scholar Session  (60–90 min): In-depth mentorship, discussion, and debate 

Cost

• Dedicated Individual Course (3 months): $1499/course or $515/month (includes 1:1 mentorship, twice a week)

• Group Courses (3 months): $899 per course or $315/month (2–8 students, twice a week)

• Mini-Semester Special Projects Courses (2 months): $599 per course or $315/month (2–8 students, twice a week)

Commitments

Student Commitment

• Dedicate several hours per day to study (in 1–2 hour focused blocks).

• Complete mentor assignments and come to class on time and ready to contribute in class sessions.

• Take ownership of learning and embrace personal responsibility to make a positive impact in the world and for your future family.

Mentor Commitment

• Lead thoughtful, powerful sessions that reflect a deep mastery of the material.

• Offer consistent feedback and individualized mentorship.

• Model both scholarship and character in public and private.

• Record all sessions for safety and transparency. 

Parent Commitment

• Ensure the student has a quiet, uninterrupted space and all required materials for class and study time.

• Encourage consistency, follow-through, and punctual attendance.

• Help balance deep learning with social and physical activities.

• Discuss the ideas and principles your student is learning with them. 

• Partner with mentors to maintain a household of learning.

Where to Begin? 

• Take the Readiness Assessment

• Start with one course: Most students start with one course to build focus and study habits, unless they’ve already experienced advanced study.