Meet the Teacher

Owner and lead teacher of Tuckahoe Learning Grove microschool in Richmond, VA with welcome sign

Courtney Thompson

Founder & Lead Teacher

As an educator with 17 years of experience in both teaching and instructional coaching at the elementary level, I am thrilled to open Tuckahoe Learning Grove. I strongly believe that children learn best through play, inquiry, and exploration.

In our classroom, we do things a little differently. We move, we make noise, we act silly, and we learn at our own pace. We use nature as our backdrop and focus on building a community rooted in respect, collaboration, and curiosity.

Because when children feel safe, engaged, and excited to learn, that’s when real growth happens.

At Tuckahoe Learning Grove, our goal is simple: to create a space where children can truly thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.

Welcome to Tuckahoe Learning Grove.