Use this checklist to keep track of your planning as you prepare to start your school year.
Your home base throughout the year.
The first step in starting Alveary is to make initial decisions on which courses you'd like to teach.
Now that you’ve chosen your courses, create a rhythm that fits your needs. Use our print or digital planning tools to draft a schedule that works for you.
View Alveary book lists to learn more about the book selections for each course and purchase the ones you need.
Our lesson plans give you everything you need to know about how to teach your courses and how to use the books and supplies that go along with them.
After setting up your schedule and looking over your lesson plans, you can go ahead and buy the necessary supplies in order to teach the courses.
An average school year consists of 3 eleven-week terms. After each term, there is one week of exams.
Regular updates containing practical and philosophical answers to member questions, encouragement, important news, and Alveary improvements.
Update your personal information and manage your account settings.
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Dashboard 2025/26
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Getting started
We want you to feel confident and prepared for an incredible year of learning with your students—this is where it all starts! Begin by watching our welcome video for a big-picture overview. Throughout the year, the Reflective Practice Plan Book and Alveary Foundations tutorials will be your trusted guides. When you're ready, explore courses, schedules, books, lesson plans, and more—we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Keep track of your planning with the Prepare your school year checklist and print this Planning Guide—your field guide to all Alveary offers.
Alveary Foundations
Get an overview of Charlotte Mason's philosophy with "Relational Ideas" and then dive into practical tips and videos on how to teach different subjects with "Relational Methods."
Reflective Practice Plan Book
Contains insightful questions and resources. Read the opening section up to Term 1 as soon as possible!
*NEW edition for classroom teachers here*
You’re an Alveary+ member!
You'll receive all your 2025/26 lesson plans in Syllabird on June 1st.
Start the tour
Ready? Let’s start the tour. You can retake this onboarding at any moment. Just click the ‘New to Alveary?’ button at the bottom left of your screen.
Onboarding steps
This year, we’ve updated and optimized your member dashboard. Here's a brief tour to get you oriented.
Welcome to Alveary!
You’ve joined Alveary, that’s great! We’re thrilled you’re part of the community.
In need of support?
Reach out to fellow members or email us directly for support anytime during the year. We're here for you!
Contact us directly
Email us
We'll reply within 1-2 business days
Thriving Community
Support from like-minded educators
Other resources
Office Hours
Plan for upcoming office hours or explore past office hour recordings.
Alveary Weekly
Search past issues of our member newsletter for encouragement, tips, and news.
FAQ
Common questions about Alveary.