Ages and grades?

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Parent and Tot: 18 month up to 4 years of age with parent present on site

Spark Studio: ages 5-7
Discovery Studio: ages 8-13 ( a child can be older if used to mixed aged learning like homeschooling etc.)

Consistent spontaneous learning and mentoring occurs when learners are with mixed ages. This type of configuration also resembles real life more accurately. ​

 

Membership price?

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Spark/Discovery: The first year discount is: $400/month for 10 months. $4,000/year. Multiple child discount is available this year. 

Parent and Tot: $100/month for 10 months. $1,000/year.  Full price for the first child and then $50 per sibling(s) after.

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The membership also includes subscriptions for Discovery learners, regular activities for the family, life changing breathing sessions for the parents, drum circles, a time proven phenomenal learning program (Acton), paid dedicated guides (so no parents are filling that role), a beautiful dedicated space, and being able to be a part of a really intentional community!

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Please expect a slight cost increase annually to sustain the excellent learning experience and keep up with inflation and other economical factors. 

 

Enrollment fee?

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Nope! No hidden fees. ​

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How to start?

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Come to a tour and read Courage to Grow. Go to the apply button on this website and start the process! You will be guided step by step. Not all who apply will receive an invitation.  

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Accreditation?

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Yes! It is an accredited program through Acton and the IALDS.

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Schedule?

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All programs will start Aug 2024 and go for a full year. The schedule will be 4 days a week, Monday - Thursday. Beginning at 9:00 am and finishing at 12:30pm. Learners who can respectfully self manage, can stay and play until 2:00pm. 8:40-8:55 am there is a group morning routine. There will be 7 learning blocks each lasting 4-6 weeks followed by a one week break. This will go from mid August till end of May. This is meant to be a full year commitment. If for some reason you found out about us late and want to join, come join! 

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Montessori or Waldorf accredited?

 

Vibrant Life incorporates tools from many philosophies but it is not certified through Waldorf or Montessori. It is a certified Acton program. 

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Location?

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Middleton Idaho. 

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Religious?

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No religious affiliation. We preserve the right for families to implement, and teach what they believe. This program does recognize the various religions of the world and the effects religion and spiritual beliefs have had on historical figure's character and in civilizations, and on each individual. 

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Special needs learners?

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Programs are not prepared to support learners with serious special needs at this time.  Exceptions may be considered on a case by case basis.

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Role of nature?

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There is no bad weather. Learners will learn how to dress for the seasons and enjoy the gifts that each season provides. Nature is not only a masterful teacher, but helps regulate the emotions and supports healthy development.

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Family involvement?

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Yes! Each family will need to contribute between 10-20 hours per year.  There will be a  parent's meeting, and survey given quarterly. 

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Future Vision?

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Older aged studios will be created with time as the Discovery aged studio age up and as the program grows. If you are concerned that your child will grow out of the discovery studio before the middle school age studio is established, please reach out and send an email. 

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