Because 90 percent of a child’s brain development will occur before age five, his or her future depends on the best possible early childhood development and education experience. At The Rise School of Austin, we deliver that experience 100 percent of the time. In our inclusion model, traditional learners and children with developmental delays learn side by side in a loving, purposefully-enriched setting that benefits all of our students. As our students learn to value, support, and embrace those of diverse abilities, they become effective advocates not only for themselves, but for others. Intentionally-designed classrooms are staffed with a “dream team” of experts in each domain of early childhood development — from master’s-level lead teachers to licensed specialists in occupational, speech, physical, and music therapies. Small class sizes and a 4:1 student-teacher ratio allow for the differentiated instruction and individual attention required to unlock each student’s potential. Learning is encouraged with an engaging, research-driven curriculum that sets high expectations and provides the support needed to achieve them. Well-prepared academically, emotionally, and socially for kindergarten and beyond, Rise School of Austin graduates are tomorrow’s change agents, helping to create a more loving and inclusive world in which every child has the chance to shine.