Amma Mountain Academy in Gatlinburg, Tennessee offers personalized K–8 education focused on project-based learning, arts integration, and STEM/STEAM Education. Small class sizes and individualized learning plans ensure each student’s strengths and interests guide their academic path. Hands-on projects connect core subjects—math, science, language arts, and social studies—with creative expression through visual arts, music, and performance. Social-emotional learning, 21st century skills, and wellness practices support character growth, collaboration, and resilience. Enrichment opportunities, parent partnerships, and a calm, supportive school help students build confidence, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.
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What does it mean to be part of the AMA community?
At AMA, we believe that every child deserves to love to learn. We provide quality education with just the right amount of rigor to help your child grow and be successful. Every learner at AMA receives:
A personalized education pathway tailored to where they are at.
Small group and 1:1 coaching in all academic areas.
Hands-on, Project-based learning.
Social-emotional learning at the start of every day.
STEAM and Entrepreneurship Education
Opportunities to work with local artisans
A home oriented school environment.
What Does it Mean to be a Founding Family?
Families who enroll with Amma Mountain Academy for the 2026-2027 school year are considered our Founding families. Being a Founding Family has many perks including a locked in rate for their tenure and a voice and helping hand in creating and establishing the only microschool in Sevier County. Enroll today and be the voice in your child’s education.
Standard tuition rates for future enrollments will be published annually.
Who We Serve
We are a perfect fit for: Curious learners who thrive on project-based work, Families seeking a community-driven alternative to large classrooms, and Students who need the flexibility to explore passions alongside core academics.'
Three Day Plan
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays
$4140 per year
OR $414 per month (10 month payment plan)
Services Include:
Every morning is started with Social-Emotional Learning. This ensures our learners are starting their day out strong and in a positive mindset.
Core Academics includes Reading and Math with small group learning and/or 1:1 coaching. Fostering a love of reading by providing interesting texts (student and staff picked), game-based activities and hands-on centers ensures your child will grow and thrive.
STEAM/STEM: Hands on (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math) ensures that your child is building the skills needed for the 21st century. Projects are hands-on and corelates to the NGSS Science Standards.
We end our days together with engaging, fun, hands-on enrichment classes varying from Art, Music, Entrepreneurship, STEM, Creative Play, and/or Exploratory Play.
Four Day Plan
Monday through Friday
$5500 per year
OR $550 per month (10 month payment plan)
Services Include:
Every morning is started with Social-Emotional Learning. This ensures our learners are starting their day out strong and in a positive mindset.
Core Academics includes Reading and Math with small group learning and/or 1:1 coaching. Fostering a love of reading by providing interesting texts (student and staff picked), game-based activities and hands-on centers ensures your child will grow and thrive.
STEAM/STEM: Hands on (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math) ensures that your child is building the skills needed for the 21st century. Projects are hands-on and corelates to the NGSS Science Standards.
We end our days together with engaging, fun, hands-on enrichment classes varying from Art, Music, Entrepreneurship, STEM, Creative Play, and/or Exploratory Play.
Limited spots remaining for PK-5th grade. Enroll today!
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Limited spots remaining for PK-5th grade. Enroll today! 〰️
Additional Information:
One Month Happiness Guarantee
We want to ensure that we are a good fit for your family! We offer a one-month happiness Guarantee. Families who provide written notice of program termination within thirty (30) days of initial enrollment and/or start date are waived from their one-semester commitment. Registration fee and 1st month tuition apply.
Payment Plans
All payment plans are based on a 180 academic year calendar. Amma Mountain Academy is happy to offer discounts on semester payments. Please review your payment plan options below:
10 PAYMENTS PLAN: The 10 payments plan divides the annual tuition into 10 equal installments. These installments are due on the 10th of every month from August through May.
2 PAYMENTS PLAN: (5% Discount): The two payments plan divides the annual tuition (minus 5% discount) into 2 equal installments due on August 10th and January 10th. Please note that no refunds of paid tuition are provided if a family withdraws from Amma Mountain Academy prior to the end of the semester.
1 PAYMENT PLAN: (10% Discount): The one payment plan includes a 10% discount and is due August 10th.
Sibling and Educator Discounts
Siblings: Sibling Discounts range from 10% to 25% .
Enrollment Fees
Registration Fee: $125 (one-time initial fee, per family)
Annual Re-enrollment: $75 for returning families
Materials Fee: $150 per year, per student
Enrollment fees are nonrefundable!
Let’s Work TogetherInterested in Amma Mountain Academy? We would love to connect with you today! Use the calendar to set up a no obligation Discovery Call.
This is a quick, no more than 30 minute, phone chat for us to learn about you and your learner, and to answer any questions you may have.