Ignite Every Learner

Our K-12 schools in Indianapolis give students the power to dream—and tangibly create—their own futures.

Welcome to Matchbook Learning

We tailor learning from Kindergarten to Career

1

Dream Big

At Matchbook Learning Schools of Indiana, we ignite imagination and empower students to dream boldly by providing safe, structured, and personalized learning environments.

2

Design your path

Through intentional guidance and individualized planning, we help students explore their interests and design clear pathways toward college, career, and lifelong success.

3

Build With Confidence

From classroom to career track, Matchbook students gain confidence through hands-on, real-world learning—especially in our high school pathways that bring futures into focus.

Two schools in the heart of Indy

K-8

Matchbook

The K-8 school. Students learn to dream big here.

High School

The Match

The high school. Students’ front door to a world of careers.

Young 8th grader smiling while holding report called "When I Grow Up".
Young lady in sweating in burgundy shirt with white collar and cornrows
You people smiling and laughing in the doorway of classroom.
Young people engaging in health care work.
Our approach

A radical approach for every learner

We engage students in four key ways.

We care for students

with a safe and structured learning environment

We make learning personal

with tailored instruction for all types of learners

We connect the dots

between skill development and applied vocational learning

We’re plugged in

with community job and career opportunities

From our students

I like how the teachers treat us like students, but also family.
Meleni
My school is a place where I feel supported and comfortable to grow. The teachers here really care about our succes.
Keren
I love my school's Spirit Week. They always have fun ideas
Melanie

A place to find their spark

Where every student has access to what they need

tuition Free

We are a tuition-free public school that has a variety of transportation options for our K-8 and high school.

STEM learning & vocational curriculum

We start with hands-on, project based learning that grows into personalized college and career readiness pathway choices

Athletics, arts, and student life

We offer band, music, art, physical education, basketball, soccer, volleyball, track and cross-country, and a variety of after school clubs with new sports and programs added each year.

Trained educators & staff

All of our staff receive training in and are equipped to build strong relationships to support the academic, emotional and development growth of each and every student.

Community partnerships

We have a variety of partnerships from mentorship to after school programs with local churches, community groups, and leading employers in greater Indianapolis.

Bilingual staff

We offer bilingual staff to ensure every student and family member feels understood, supported and empowered.

careers

Give students more  than just a diploma.

At Matchbook Learning, you’ll do more than help students earn a diploma—you’ll empower them to change the trajectory of their lives and uplift entire communities. Whether you're called to teach, lead, coordinate, or support through HR, we invite you to explore how your passion and purpose can make a lasting impact here. or At Matchbook Learning, you won’t just help students earn a diploma—you’ll help ignite futures, open doors, and transform communities. If you're driven to make a difference, we invite you to bring your talent to our mission through teaching, leadership, coordination, or human resources—and be part of something truly life-changing.

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News

What's happening at MAtchbook

Find the latest news and updates on all things Matchbook Learning.

Friendship: A Sign of High-Performing Schools?

We recently asked our staff to indicate via survey if they intended to return or not for next school year.

Self Awareness + Belonging = Transformative Culture

If you had an entire year to plan and reset your organization's culture, how would you reset it?

Rethinking K-12 Evaluations: A Principal’s Take on Avoiding Common Pitfalls

Evaluating staff in K-12 schools is a crucial yet often mishandled process. Many school leaders unintentionally make key mistakes that hinder staff growth, create frustration, and ultimately fail to support teachers and staff effectively.

Matchbook Newsletter

Our newsletter for the Matchbook K-8 school.

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Your student would  thrive here.

Discover a school where your child is seen, supported, and inspired—join Matchbook Learning and be part of something exceptional