Independent Education, Together
Nature Education Cooperative is excited to launch our new hands-on, flexible homeschool curriculum designed for young learners. Our lessons blend the wonders of nature, science, and crafts, offering families a creative and engaging approach to education. Rooted in the philosophy of nature schooling, we emphasize outdoor exploration and experiential learning to inspire curiosity and creativity in every child. Explore, create, and grow with Nature Education Cooperative!
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Academics Reimagined
Our downloadable curriculum includes Science Projects, Nature Studies and Creative Arts. Soon we will also offer World Explorations and more! Nature Education Cooperative gives individual families the tools to redefine learning, find inspiration in nature, and forge their community connections. Whether you are homeschooling one child, multiple, or learning alongside a collective group, our curriculum provides engaging, hands-on projects that celebrate inquiry-based learning. All themes can be adapted for children ages 3 to 12 and accommodate varied learning styles.
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Create Your Village
Interested in starting a homeschool cooperative?
We would love to share our STARTER GUIDE to support others in creating alternative learning pods around the globe. Whether it is for your own family and a few friends, or you wish to start a valuable education service in your community, Nature Education Cooperative is adaptable. Our guide provides a comprehensive plan that includes educational pedagogy, policies, procedures, scheduling, parent agreements, marketing, and more. With our support, you can confidently launch your co-op and create a vibrant learning community for homeschoolers.
The VELA Founder Network is the nation’s leading community of entrepreneurs providing alternatives to conventional schooling. By providing early capital, access to a thriving community of entrepreneurs, and connections to resources and support, VELA is accelerating the exploration of new frontiers in education.
Nature Education Cooperative began as a co-op program in Delray Beach, Florida where learners explored sensory-rich activities in science, nature, creative arts, cooking, herbal apothecary, mindfulness, and decolonized history. This thriving program is excited to launch our collection of curriculum nationwide thanks to funding from Vela Education Foundation.
Our curriculum options will continue to grow over the next year to include all of our classes, as well as starter guides to support others to start their own homeschool co-op.