Kinder Kids
Learning Co-Op
Learning Co-Op
Our Kinder Kids Learning Co-Op is an extension of our traditional class programming specifically designed for homeschooling families. Like our other classes, Kinder Kids offers a play based program focused on learning through hands-on learning experiences. We focus heavily on social emotional engagement, naturalistic exploration and sensory experiences offered in a unique “please touch” environment. Our cozy, home-based setting includes an outdoor classroom, indoor playroom, sensory gym and nature playground.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate?
Our co-op program is open to all homeschooling and hybrid schooling families. As always, the program is fully integrative and we accept children with all levels of support needs. Kinder Kids students can also participate in our supplemental onsite therapeutic services and our cognitive tutoring programs.
Who directs the program?
Our lead teacher is an educator of 22 years and a licensed associate clinical mental health counselor specializing in trauma, behavioral concerns, ADD/ADHD and AutPlay, a nuerodivergence affirming therapy for autistic children and other children with differing learning styles.
What ages can participate in the co-op?
The co-op is open to children ages 1 year through the end of sixth grade. Our class specific literacy and STEM curriculum on specific days. However, students over age 3 who are fully toilet trained may attend any day per week. Our ability to accommodate children who are not toilet trained on days when parents are not volunteering depends on staffing. Please let us know what your needs are and we will do our best to accommodate your schedule.
Currently our Buds toddler program (1-3 years) is only offered on Friday mornings from 10-Noon. Additional days may be available for toddlers of participating co-op families depending on need and availability of caregivers.
What classes are offered each day?
Our Sprouts Preschool/Kindergarten curriculum will be taught daily Monday-Thursday. Our Blossoms curriculum (1st-6th grade) will be specifically incorporated on Tuesdays & Thursdays. Fridays we will focus heavily on our nurture groups and social emotional skills. These classes will run 9:30 AM-Noon. Our Buds toddler play group for children ages 1-3 years will be available on Fridays from 10 AM-Noon.
Do we have to attend on specific days?
You can select the day or days to attend based on your family’s needs. They need to be consistent for the term unless you are doing our drop in option or give a month notice that you need to switch days. That policy ensures we maintain sufficient staffing to keep our ratios low.
We do offer our drop in option as well for families who would like to participate, but are not able to commit to attending regularly. Scheduling for these days is contingent upon available space.
What are tuition rates for the co-op program?
Rates
1 day/Week: $50/month
2 days/week: $90/month
3 days/week: $120/month
4 days/week: $150/month
5 days/week: $180/month
Drop in (contingent on space): $15/session
We want program to be fully accessible to families who have multiple children. There is a 10% sibling discount for two siblings and a 15% discount for 3 or more siblings. Sibling discounts are off the total tuition amount.
What co-op discounts are available?
Co-op discounts are available for up to 75% of the tuition cost. Tuition discounts are based on the number of three-hour sessions per month that the parent/caregiver volunteers. Generally co-op hours will consist of time supervising and implementing in-class activities and assisting with set up and clean up. However, for families with children under age 3 or those with extenuating circumstances accommodations may be made to assist with tasks such as cleaning or materials preparation outside of class time.
What additional fees does the program have?
There’s an additional enrollment fee of $75 per family. This fee is due upon enrollment and holds your spot in the specific days you sign up for. There is also an annual materials fee of $75 per child due by August 1st each school year. Materials fees will be pro-rated for children starting mid-year with a minimum fee of $30.
Are we required to sign a contract?
All families will be required to sign a contract verifying monthly tuition, fee amounts, agreed upon days of attendance and understanding of program policies. The contract is month to month, We don’t want to lock families into a long term agreement if their need change unexpectedly mid-year. If a family discontinues participation during the school year an additional fee will be required upon re-enrollment.
Do you have funding options besides self pay?
We can take MyTech High funds and have applied for Harmony as well. We can also take the non-tuition option of the Children’s First scholarship for our supplemental therapeutic services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate?
Our co-op program is open to all homeschooling and hybrid schooling families. As always, the program is fully integrative and we accept children with all levels of support needs. Kinder Kids students can also participate in our supplemental onsite therapeutic services and our cognitive tutoring programs.
Who directs the program?
Our lead teacher is an educator of 22 years and a licensed associate clinical mental health counselor specializing in trauma, behavioral concerns, ADD/ADHD and AutPlay, a nuerodivergence affirming therapy for autistic children and other children with differing learning styles.
What ages can participate in the co-op?
The co-op is open to children ages 1 year through the end of sixth grade. Our class specific literacy and STEM curriculum on specific days. However, students over age 3 who are fully toilet trained may attend any day per week. Our ability to accommodate children who are not toilet trained on days when parents are not volunteering depends on staffing. Please let us know what your needs are and we will do our best to accommodate your schedule.
Currently our Buds toddler program (1-3 years) is only offered on Friday mornings from 10-Noon. Additional days may be available for toddlers of participating co-op families depending on need and availability of caregivers.
What classes are offered each day?
Our Sprouts Preschool/Kindergarten curriculum will be taught daily Monday-Thursday. Our Blossoms curriculum (1st-6th grade) will be specifically incorporated on Tuesdays & Thursdays. Fridays we will focus heavily on our nurture groups and social emotional skills. These classes will run 9:30 AM-Noon. Our Buds toddler play group for children ages 1-3 years will be available on Fridays from 10 AM-Noon.
Do we have to attend on specific days?
You can select the day or days to attend based on your family’s needs. They need to be consistent for the term unless you are doing our drop in option or give a month notice that you need to switch days. That policy ensures we maintain sufficient staffing to keep our ratios low.
We do offer our drop in option as well for families who would like to participate, but are not able to commit to attending regularly. Scheduling for these days is contingent upon available space.
What are tuition rates for the co-op program?
Rates
1 day/Week: $50/month
2 days/week: $90/month
3 days/week: $120/month
4 days/week: $150/month
5 days/week: $180/month
Drop in (contingent on space): $15/session
We want program to be fully accessible to families who have multiple children. There is a 10% sibling discount for two siblings and a 15% discount for 3 or more siblings. Sibling discounts are off the total tuition amount.
What co-op discounts are available?
Co-op discounts are available for up to 75% of the tuition cost. Tuition discounts are based on the number of three-hour sessions per month that the parent/caregiver volunteers. Generally co-op hours will consist of time supervising and implementing in-class activities and assisting with set up and clean up. However, for families with children under age 3 or those with extenuating circumstances accommodations may be made to assist with tasks such as cleaning or materials preparation outside of class time.
What additional fees does the program have?
There’s an additional enrollment fee of $75 per family. This fee is due upon enrollment and holds your spot in the specific days you sign up for. There is also an annual materials fee of $75 per child due by August 1st each school year. Materials fees will be pro-rated for children starting mid-year with a minimum fee of $30.
Are we required to sign a contract?
All families will be required to sign a contract verifying monthly tuition, fee amounts, agreed upon days of attendance and understanding of program policies. The contract is month to month, We don’t want to lock families into a long term agreement if their need change unexpectedly mid-year. If a family discontinues participation during the school year an additional fee will be required upon re-enrollment.
Do you have funding options besides self pay?
We can take MyTech High funds and have applied for Harmony as well. We can also take the non-tuition option of the Children’s First scholarship for our supplemental therapeutic services.