A Village building confident learners
DAYTIME HOME LEARNING COMMUNITY IN NORTH SPOKANE
Where families learn, play, and grow together
In our Village, children take part in hands-on projects, seasonal activities, music, and group fun while parents stay involved and support learning. Together, we build skills and lasting friendships.
Our classes meet Monday through Wednesday during the school year at a North Spokane location, from 9:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Flexible days and options are available to fit your family’s needs.
The Village Difference
A TRUE COOPERATIVE COMMUNITY
Our Village is built by families, not just attended by them. Everyone shares their strengths to help our programs run smoothly.
PERSONALIZED, SMALL-GROUP LEARNING
With 3–10 students per class, children get personal attention while exploring subjects chosen based on the group’s requests.
MUSIC EXPLORATION FOR AGES 6+
Our music classes are designed for students to find joy and growth, not on producing professional musicians.
“I have been a parent at Village for 4 years, which is honestly wild to think about! I have been teaching in one way or another the entire time. I laugh thinking about how under qualified I initially felt, and how much Lacey and others believed in me. This allowed me to grow into the person and teacher I am now. ... What I love most about Village both as a parent and teacher is that the classes offered are truly dependent on not only the needs of the families but the interests of the students!”
— Ashley
Learning in Action
We have three main sessions during the school year (fall, winter, and spring) plus optional summer events. Each session features new and continuing classes shaped by what teachers want to offer, family needs, available facilities, weather, and the session length.
0-5 YEAR OLDS
The PreK program provides age-appropriate learning opportunities for younger siblings and supports parents in teaching roles.
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Messy and upcycled art
Mix and measure cooking
Music fun
Numbers, letters, shapes
Imaginative play
Nature walks, PE, playground, tumbling, trampoline
Pre-writing skills
Storytime
Snacks
Note: We currently do not have a private napping or nursing area, but plans are in the works.
KINDERGARTEN TO 12TH GRADE
These are sample subjects from past sessions. We welcome new ideas from parents with skills to share.
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Arts/Media: Sewing, crochet, junk art, mixed media, drama, 3-D printing, robotics
Shop: Welding, automotive, building with wood/metal, tool skills, knife making
Languages: Spanish, American Sign Language (ASL)
History: Geography, book groups, period immersion, wars & weapons
Language Arts: Journaling, creative writing, IEW, story time, book groups
Life Skills: Cooking, gardening, team games, adulting, DIY, survival, animal care (horses/bunnies)
Math: Math is Cool, math games
Music: Violin, viola, cello, bass, piano, guitar, ukulele, bells, choir, orchestra
PE: 4-square, aerial silks, racquet sports, brain gym, dance, fitness, gaga ball, tag, tumbling, yoga
Science: Zoology, astronomy, dissection, earth, energy, weather, chemistry, physics, biology
MUSIC & ORCHESTRA
Music plays a big role in our community, though participation is optional and no experience is needed. Miss Lacey, our music director, helps each student choose an instrument and start at the right level. Students may move levels each session based on their progress, attendance, and dedication to practicing at home.
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We offer group instruction in orchestra for violin, viola, cello, bass, and classical/finger-pick guitar. We also have a bells class and a choir class.
Private lessons may be available but limited.
FIELD TRIPS & PARTIES
Our Village is full of fun learning beyond the classroom. Field trips give students exciting experiences and quarterly parties bring everyone together. Participants pitch in to help, and we often share a potluck meal to make the day even more special.
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Throughout the years, we've paused classes for:
apple cider pressing
swimming
animal education
community fair/market
crafts
group games and friendly competition