Frequently Asked Questions

About Montana Academy

What is Montana Academy?

Montana Academy is a structured homeschool support hub that provides guided academic facilitation for learners enrolled in recognised homeschooling curricula, such as Impaq and Cambrilearn.
We support families by offering structure, routine, accountability, and a calm learning environment, without replacing parents or curriculum providers.

Is Montana Academy a school?

Montana Academy is a registered Tutor Centre, not a school. We provide structured academic support as a homeschool support hub and do not issue formal qualifications or report cards. Learners remain enrolled with their chosen curriculum provider, and parents retain full legal responsibility for their child’s education.

Who is Montana Academy for?

Montana Academy is designed for:
Homeschooling families using Impaq or Cambrilearn
Learners who thrive with routine, structure, and clear expectations
Neurodivergent learners who benefit from a calm, predictable environment
Parents seeking academic support without institutional pressure

Curriculum & Learning

Do you provide curriculum or teaching?

No.
Montana Academy does not provide curriculum, replace teachers, or alter prescribed academic content.
We facilitate learning using the learner’s existing homeschool curriculum, helping learners stay organised, focused, and on track.

Do you replace Impaq or Cambrilearn?

No.
Impaq and Cambrilearn remain the official curriculum providers.
Montana Academy functions as a support hub, not a replacement or alternative to these platforms.

How does facilitation work?

Facilitators:
– Supervise learning sessions
– Support task completion and pacing
– Encourage independent work
– Maintain structured routines
– Provide academic guidance within curriculum boundaries
– Facilitators do not assess, diagnose, or modify curriculum requirements.

Learners & Neurodiversity

Do you support neurodivergent learners?

Yes.
Montana Academy is neurodiversity-aware, supporting learners with diverse learning profiles, including ADHD and ASD, within clearly defined educational boundaries.

What level of ASD can you accommodate?

Montana Academy can typically accommodate learners with:
– ASD Level 1
– Some learners with ASD Level 2, depending on individual needs and independence.
We do not accommodate learners requiring intensive behavioural, clinical, or therapeutic intervention.

Do you provide therapy or clinical services?

No.
Montana Academy is not a medical, psychological, or therapeutic service.
We do not provide:
– Therapy
– Diagnosis
– Behavioural intervention plans
– Psychological treatment
– Occupational or speech therapy
Any such services must be provided by appropriately qualified professionals outside the hub.

Parents & Legal Responsibility

Who is legally responsible for the learner?

Parents or legal guardians remain fully responsible for:
– Homeschool registration
– Curriculum enrolment
– Academic outcomes
– Legal compliance
Montana Academy provides support, not substitution.

How involved must parents be?

Parental involvement remains essential.
Montana Academy works in partnership with parents, not in place of them. Regular communication and cooperation are expected.

Operations & Practical Matters

What ages do you support?

Montana Academy supports school-aged learners enrolled in recognised homeschool curricula.
Specific age ranges may depend on hub capacity and programme structure.

What are your operating hours?

Operating hours are communicated directly to enrolled families and may vary depending on programmes and location.

Is Montana Academy a full-day programme?

Montana Academy offers structured learning sessions, not a full-day school replacement.
Programme length and attendance schedules are defined clearly with parents.

Safeguarding, Boundaries & Ethics

Are facilitators teachers or tutors?

Facilitators are educational support professionals, not school teachers or therapists.
They work within clearly defined professional and ethical boundaries.

What services do you NOT provide?

Montana Academy does not provide:
– Formal schooling
– Curriculum design
– Clinical or therapeutic services
– Medical or psychological treatment
– Special education placement
– Legal guardianship

How do you ensure a safe learning environment?

Montana Academy maintains:
– Clear policies and procedures
– Professional boundaries
– Predictable routines
– Behavioural expectations based on structure and consistency
– A calm, respectful environment for all learners

Contact & Enrolment

How do I enquire or apply?

Parents may contact us via the Contact Us page.
All enquiries are reviewed to ensure suitability and alignment with the hub’s scope of practice.

How long does it take to receive a response?

We aim to respond within 1–3 business days, depending on the nature of the enquiry.

Where can I find your Scope of Practice?

Our full Scope of Practice Statement is available on the website and outlines exactly what Montana Academy does and does not offer.

Final Note

Montana Academy exists to provide structure, clarity, and support, not to replace parents, schools, or professionals.
Clear boundaries protect learners, families, and facilitators alike.