How many students can be enrolled in the program at once?
We have spaces for a maximum of 6 children for The Garden, 24 children for Seeds, and 12 for the Oaks physical programs in 2024-2025.
Is there an online component?
Online classes are still a possibility if there arises a need to return to a distance learning model (as was the case during the pandemic of 2020).
Is this a bilingual program?
No. All the subjects offered are taught in English. However, teachers are bilingual and will use Spanish when it is clear that a child may not understand something in English. We recommend that parents incorporate Spanish and other languages in the content they offer at home.
How do you teach multiple ages at the same time?
Teaching children in multi-age classrooms is becoming more and more popular throughout the world as it provides a more authentic approach to learning. Older children develop leadership skills and younger children learn from their older peers as well. In our program the children will be together for some classes, such as the Opening and Closing meetings, Bible, Park, and Studio Time. For Science and History in SEEDS, the children are divided into sub-groups such as grades 1-3 and 4-6. This will allow the teachers to teach the content in a way that addresses their developmental stages and abilities.
Do the children receive grades?
No. This program serves to supplement the homeschooling curriculum the child receives. We will provide a certificate of participation at the end of the year based on attendance which parents may use in documenting their own transcripts. We do provide coaching for parents who desire to develop their own transcripts.
Is lunch or snack provided?
No. However, students must bring their own snacks and water for their break times. Students in the Full-Day OAKS program must also bring their own lunch.
What is the daily schedule?
2 Days per week Tuesdays and Thursdays (See specific program pages for details). Students in the OAKS High School program will be following their individual plans on the days they are at home.
Do I have to buy the books?
Yes. The books are required for the Seeds and Oaks programs and must be purchased through The Well Center for the Arts. They may not be ordered individually.
Is there homework?
Only for the OAKS Full-Day program (Option B) For all other programs, parents are strongly encouraged to engage their children with the books purchased in the family package, reviewing and deepening their experience at home. We will provide a weekly schedule online so that parents can read along with their children and know what topics are being covered that week.
Do I need to use the same curriculum at home with other subjects?
Yes, only for the Oaks High School Program (excluding Math). For all other programs, no. Families have the flexibility to choose an alternate curriculum for Language Arts, Math and any other subjects that suit their children.
My child is new to the program. Will they be lost if they haven’t participated last year?
No. Specific knowledge of the content from last year is not required, however teachers will work to help answer questions from new students and families whenever they may arise.
