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The Headmistress Circle
The Headmistress Circle is for homeschooling parents. Build, refine and grow an exceptional homeschool.
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How this community works
- Pricing
- $47 a month
- Size
- 79 membersBigger than 3% of the education & study communities indexed here.
- Revenue ceiling
- $3,713 a monthIf every member paid the listed price. Free tiers, discounts and churn are not visible from outside.
- Format
- 3 paid tiers
- Platform
- Skool
- Category
- Education & Study
- Last verified
- 16 October 2026
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- 3 paid tiers: one price for access, another for proximity. Worth copying once you know which members want more of you.
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About The Headmistress Circle
The Headmistress Circle is for homeschooling parents. Build, refine and grow an exceptional homeschool.
Why you should join: Master the rhythms, routines and disciplines of outstanding home education with guidance and a supportive circle. From $47 a month.
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The one-liner
A $47 a month The Headmistress Circle room for build, refine & grow your exceptional homeschool.
What they actually sell
The Headmistress Circle by Ashley Buffa build, refine & grow your exceptional homeschool. The public offer sits at $47 a month. Members are promised guided Q&A with Ashley & Theresa inside the community, 2-6 live group coaching calls with Ashley & Theresa per month, a growing library of mini-courses & workshops - new content added every month, a community of moms passionately devoted to homeschool excellence, and 20+ years each homeschooling - over 40 combined years of real homeschool experience. Inside sit 12 courses and a dense module library. A formal money-back promise is not spelled out on the about page. The public page keeps the promise practical and specific rather than vague networking talk.
Who pays and why
Learners who want structure and peers, not another abandoned course. The frustration is certificates without competence. They pay for structured learning with peers who finish together.
Where the members come from
The Skool lander and Ashley Buffa's own teaching appear to be the main acquisition path. Public social links are thin on the about page, so growth reads as community-led rather than a giant media brand. Exact follower counts stay off the about page.
What's holding it back
Empty classrooms after purchase are the silent killer of education communities.
Steal this
Pair curriculum with a peer room so learners finish, not collect logins.
Would this work in another niche?
Yes for other cohort learning rooms. Weak for evergreen courses with empty forums.
Written 16 October 2026
Reviews
5.0(7 reviews)
Morgan Macedo
“I absolutely love being part of the headmistress circle! This group of ladies is not only an incredible support system but also a wealth of knowledge. I look forward to every coaching call and workshop, and the replays if I’m unable to attend live. This is the first homeschooling group I’ve ever found that is not full of “you’re doing great!” Toxic positivity and instead is supportive of how to improve in the areas you want to improve your homeschool. Ashley is the role model I needed!”
jenn-ronco-7768
“The Headmistress Circle is far better than I imagined. The weekly check-ins motivate me to make a plan and achieve it, while helping me create a better schedule and focus on what matters most. I’ve discovered excellent curriculum, learned what to outsource, and found books that have helped me grow personally and as a teacher. Being able to ask Ashley questions anytime is critical, and her live meetings are full of helpful ideas. Her wisdom truly moves the needle! If you’re always behind, try it!”
Ro Uwague
“I’m an avid planner but somehow the joy and productivity I wanted weren’t translating into our daily life. Ashley’s unapologetic commitment to excellence and execution was exactly what I needed. She didn’t give me empty “just give yourself more grace” answers—she gave me practical wisdom. Before Ashley, our homeschool felt fragmented and easily derailed. Now, I have systems, protocols, and strategies that help me execute, stay focused, and win.”
Julie Pierson
“As a homeschool mom and a full-time working mom, The Headmistress Circle and Ashley have been wonderful. Having others who hold standards and choose excellence daily is a game-changer. The ongoing trainings, calls, and workshops are invaluable in helping me ensure I'm being as efficient as possible while creating the best outcomes for my child. Would (and have) recommend this group to anyone who wants peace and excellence in their homeschool.”
Whitney Crisafi
“I am not exaggerating when I say Ashley and the ladies at The Headmistress Circle have changed my life. My homeschool runs more smoothly (despite being more rigorous than ever), my home runs more smoothly, and I am consistently inspired to chase excellence in all other areas of my life as well. If you are a mother who is tired of the internet telling you that pursuing a rigorous, excellent education for children is impossible, please join! I am so happy I did!”
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