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Classes begin August 31, 2026. Scroll down to get an overview of our curriculum, individualized education plans, daily rhythm, and tuition and fee Information.
Our core curriculum stems from the cyclical patterns of each season. We use real-world, hands-on lessons that teach all the core subjects seamlessly. Each season's curriculum is carefully crafted by our school, creating open-ended learning experiences that are applicable to all students, regardless of their academic level. Projects are designed to challenge each child to learn new skills rooted in traditional knowledge, and engage with their environment and peers.
In the spring, the children learn skills to grow food, harvest and preserve, and everything in between. From soil science to vermiculture, and pollinator gardens to food forests, we dive deeply into the blossom of springtime and the art of plants and food systems.
In our summer camps, outdoor play is at the heart of school- splashing in creeks, relishing in sunshine. Curriculum focuses on small-scale projects and community-building due to our short sessions.
In autumn, the change in season brings new curiosity, and our focus shifts to changes in the weather, trees, animals, and world around us.
In the winter, we spend more time in our one-room schoolhouse; cozied up by the fireplace for history lessons, story time, or crafting creations. Daily outdoor time is still vital, and students come prepared for all weather- and snowball fights!
Each family comes to Chicory School for a different reason; some may be homeschoolers looking to foster community and try a new option for education, while others may be seeking a more supportive environment for their child than the traditional school system can offer. With this in mind, each student's curriculum is supplemented with individualized learning plans.
Prior to beginning our school year, students, families, and teachers gather together to establish goals for the upcoming school year. With this information, our school crafts an individualized education plan for each and every student to work towards their goals.
A portion of each day is spent in small group and independent work, with teachers supporting students in their activities. This will look different for every student, as our program is designed to serve each individual's needs and goals.
For those who are interested in keeping up with state standards for their child's grade level, we might spend this time working on reading and writing or grade-level math instruction. For those who wish to follow their child's interests and natural learning, we might spend time working on a passion project, reading a book, or creating art.
While every day will look a little different depending on our learning focus, class interests, weather, and season, we generally stick to a predictable daily rhythm.
8:50-9:10 Arrival and settle in
9:10-9:30 Community circle and movement
9:30-9:45 Morning Writing Prompt
9:45-10:45 Outdoor time; gardening, animal care, building projects, nature journaling
10:45-11:45 Main project learning block
11:45-12:00 Clean up, class jobs
12:00-1:00 Lunch, story
1:00-2:00 Individual education work period; independent, small-group, teacher-supported work or passion project time
2:00-2:50 Unstructured outdoor play, more animal, garden, and building projects
2:50-3:00 Closing circle
3:00-3:10 Parent pickup
Our school year is 36 weeks of instruction time exclusive of winter and spring breaks, starting August 31, 2026, and finishing on May 27, 2027. We meet Monday-Thursday from 9-3 for full-time students, with a two day a week option available for part-time students.
All tuition fees are listed in a range for a self-determined, trust-based sliding scale pricing model to ensure educational accessibility. Please reach out if you have any questions about our tuition pricing.
Full-Time Enrollment: $600-800/month
Part Time/Two-Day Enrollment: $300-400/month
Nonrefundable Enrollment/Supply fee: $150
10% Sibling discount
5% Discount if full year is paid by August 31st.
Chicory School is an inclusive, supportive village of families, students, and teachers. Tuition covers curriculum and supplies, teacher salaries, and continuous creation of our school space. Cost should never be a barrier to access, and we will do everything possible to ensure your child is able to enroll if our school is a good fit. Grants and fundraising to build a scholarship account are vital components to ensuring accessibility for all. We are also open to discussing potential work-trade situations; please don't hesitate to reach out.
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