His parenting style is anything but typical; he firmly believes in promoting curiosity, questioning established educational paradigms, and empowering his kids to think for themselves.
Musk has frequently stated his opinion that “great minds are made, not born,” highlighting the fact that creativity and intelligence are not just derived from genetic predisposition but rather from ongoing learning and problem-solving.
He co-founded Ad Astra, an experimental school that teaches kids creative problem-solving, critical thinking, and hands-on learning, in order to inculcate this mindset.