The Charlotte Mason Institute

The spark of unfolding knowledge

We help educators practice relational education through curriculum, conferences, publications, training, and social media.

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The charlotte mason institute

We are a nonprofit that seeks to research and amplify the educational theories and practices of Charlotte Mason.

We help educators practice relational education through curriculum, conferences, publications, training, and social media.

Our vision

A relational education for all students and teachers in every setting

Our Mission

To promote the principles and practices of Charlotte Mason’s design for education

Our values

Charity, Fidelity & Humility

How we help educators in homes & schools

Resources for educators

Connect with a community of educators and schools studying and sharing the practice of Mason's ideas for education.

Based on Charlotte mason's design for education

Our alveary curriculum

The Charlotte Mason Institute is proud to present Alveary: A complete and comprehensive curriculum and teacher training program for homeschools, co-ops, and schools.

Our aim is to provide a robust and modern course of study that is both true to Charlotte Mason’s model of education and relevant for 21st-century students living in the United States and Canada.

Blog

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October 17, 2025

Days as a Scholar in Residence with Lisa Cadora

Experience a summer as a scholar in residence at the University of Cumbria through this travelogue by Lisa Cadora.

October 17, 2025

Studying Mason and Personalism with Jennifer Spencer, EdD

Reflections from Dr. Jennifer Spencer on Charlotte Mason, personalism, and her time as Scholar in Residence at the University of Cumbria this summer.

October 16, 2025

Thinking About Alternative Education? with Danielle Merritt-Sunseri

For various reasons, we are often driven to consider some type of alternative education for our children. Does Charlotte Mason's philosophy fit our needs?