Indian Avenue School adopted the Paideia model which focuses on Socratic seminars, training students to become active participants in discussion and debate, and coached projects that encourage small group learning and interaction.

As a Paideia Demonstration School, we also stress integrated learning where all subjects are tied together to better increase student understanding and achievement. This model encourages all students in grades K-8, including staff, to be lifelong learners.Parents are invited to participate in Paideia Seminars and view coached projects throughout the year. Coached projects have included MARE and Ocean Week, a Civil War encampment and Underground Railroad, the Four Seasons and Growth themes.