Peace and Joy
Peace and Joy
Peace and Joy
In our community, we trust the human spirit and celebrate all learning and all learners. We practice grace, courtesy, and respect. We know that learning stops under stress and that curiosity thrives when there is clarity. Our community provides freedom with meaningful support. This means that character and self-love are nurtured in a warm working environment.
Support
Peace and Joy
Peace and Joy
We align our practice with Montessori and self-directed learning philosophies and invest daily in mindful moments, journaling, and nature study. We have a comprehensive understanding of resources and enjoy sharing the best from Waldorf, Mason, Dewey and the rest in our space. We're also available to support with frameworks and materials to ensure continued progress towards personal goals.
Location
Peace and Joy
Location
Just alongside all the resources of downtown Wake Forest, our Schoolhouse is carefully designed to provide access to meaningful materials, foster self-direction, and encourage cooperative learning. It is a place where children are trusted to engage in learning and connect with the community. We share walking trips to our local center f
Just alongside all the resources of downtown Wake Forest, our Schoolhouse is carefully designed to provide access to meaningful materials, foster self-direction, and encourage cooperative learning. It is a place where children are trusted to engage in learning and connect with the community. We share walking trips to our local center for Active Aging, Library, Food Pantry, Post Office and Park.
Multi-Age Learning
Prepared Environment
Prepared Environment
All of us learn the most from those with experiences different from our own. In a multi-age setting, we share have opportunities to mentor and develop trusting relationships with both younger and older participants. This helps us to keep the peace and elevate learning for all.
Prepared Environment
Prepared Environment
Prepared Environment
While we don't give grades, we do foster growth - and we do share records of our work together in journals, portfolios, and projects. We invest in interest and fascination and have fundamental academic lessons at the ready when we're ready for them.
Calendar
Prepared Environment
Calendar
We share gatherings, events, communication, student portfolios, announcements, and celebrations for all members throughout the year. Check out our Calendar to peek and plan to join in.