All students can bee great.
The Buzzing Hive Learning Academy is a warm, supportive learning space built for families who need flexibility, safety, and real understanding—especially for students with special needs.
Built for the way your child actually learns
Traditional schools weren't designed for every learner. We are. Our program wraps around your child's unique needs — not the other way around.
Individualized Curriculum
Every student gets a learning plan tailored to their strengths, pace, and needs. No cookie-cutter approach here.
Sensory-Friendly Spaces
Calm-down corners, flexible seating, and sensory tools built into every classroom. We meet kids where they are.
Extended Hours
Longer-day options so working parents don't have to choose between their career and their child's education.
Small Class Sizes
Low student-to-teacher ratios mean more attention, more patience, and more breakthroughs for every learner.
Social-Emotional Learning
We teach the whole child — building confidence, communication skills, and friendships alongside academics.
Family Partnership
You know your child best. We work alongside you with regular communication, progress updates, and open doors.
We get it — because we've lived it
The Buzzing Hive was founded by a special needs mom who couldn't find affordable, safe, and flexible schooling for her own children. So she built one.
This isn't just a school — it's a mission born from lived experience. Jenn founded The Buzzing Hive because she couldn't find the right fit for her own kids.
As a mom of 6 raising 8, Jenn knows the juggle. That's why we offer extended hours and real flexibility for working families.
When you reach out, we respond. No automated runarounds. Real people who care about your child's success.
“I started this school because every child deserves a place where they feel safe, supported, and celebrated.”
— Jenn Claffey, Founder
We accept ESA — and we'll help you understand it
Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Account program can pay for 100% of your child's tuition here. If you're new to ESA, don't worry — we've helped many families navigate it from start to finish.
Visit the Official Arizona ESA PortalHow to get started with ESA — step by step
Arizona's ESA program is open to students with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder and ADHD. Your child must be a resident of Arizona and eligible to attend a public school.
Visit the Arizona Department of Education ESA portal to submit your application. You'll need your child's IEP or eligibility documentation, proof of Arizona residency, and basic family information.
Once approved, you'll sign a contract agreeing to use the ESA funds for qualifying educational expenses. The funds are loaded onto a ClassWallet debit account.
Select us as your educational provider. We'll walk you through the enrollment paperwork and make sure everything is set up correctly so your ClassWallet payment goes smoothly.
Your ESA funds cover 100% of tuition at The Buzzing Hive. We handle the ClassWallet process with you so there's no stress — you focus on your child, we'll handle the paperwork.
That's it. Once everything is set, your child joins our small, supportive classroom and the real work begins.
Book a tour to get startedCommon ESA questions from parents
An ESA (Empowerment Scholarship Account) is a state-funded program in Arizona that gives families money to spend on private education, therapies, and educational materials for children with qualifying needs. Instead of attending a public school, your child's per-pupil funding goes directly to you through a ClassWallet account.
Not necessarily. Children with a qualifying disability — including autism spectrum disorder or ADHD — may qualify even without a current IEP. You may need documentation from a medical professional or previous school records.
ESA amounts vary based on your child's needs and the district they would otherwise attend, but most families receive between $7,000–$30,000 per year. Tuition at The Buzzing Hive is $30,800/year and is fully covered for most qualifying students.
Yes! If you're already enrolled and haven't applied for ESA yet, we encourage you to do so. The funds can pay for tuition going forward. Reach out to us and we'll help guide you through the process.
Call us. We work with families every day who weren't sure they qualified and discovered they did. There's no obligation — we just want to make sure every family gets access to the support they deserve.
Reach out anytime — no pressure, no obligation. Just honest guidance from a team that truly cares.
Book a tour / Ask about enrollment
Send a quick message and we'll reply within 1 business day.
- Your child's age / grade
- Any supports that help (sensory, communication, etc.)
- Whether you're using ESA