Ember & Root Homeschool Enrichment
Designed to support homeschooled learners, E&R is a drop-off enrichment program designed to complement your child's educational journey—not replace it.
We’re not a class, school, or a tutoring center. Instead, Ember & Root’s Homeschool Enrichment Program is a learner-driven space where kids can explore what excites them, follow their curiosity, and grow as independent thinkers. We offer time, support, and thoughtfully curated materials that stretch learning and help each child pursue meaningful personal goals—on their own terms.
This is a program for the makers, the dreamers, the tinkerers, the researchers, the crafters, and the wildly curious kids who want time to learn and grow in what's interesting to them.
When & Where
We meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, September through May in Fayetteville, AR.
2 session options: 8:30-11:30 or 12-3
What to Expect
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A softly structured, interest-driven environment with time to play, build, design, and dive deep
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Personalized support and curated tools, materials, and resources to support learner’s goals and passions
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Encouragement to explore new ideas, reflect on progress, and stretch their skills in creative ways
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Small group community with caring facilitators and lots of age-mixed collaboration
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A flexible, cozy indoor/outdoor space that supports movement, creativity, and comfort
What We’re Not
Ember & Root does not provide formal instruction in core subjects like reading or math. However, through exploration, project-based work, and creative play, children naturally build skills in literacy, numeracy, collaboration, and problem-solving. At Ember & Root, we will stretch student learning to academic learning, but at the learner's pace and through their interest.
Who This Is For
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Homeschoolers or learners with flexible daytime schedules
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Kids who love inventing, creating, questioning, or skill building
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Learners who enjoy freedom and ownership in their day
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Families looking for a small, fun space where their child can thrive socially and creatively
A Note on Fit
We work hard to maintain a safe, positive group culture. While we welcome diverse learners and learning styles, we are not equipped to support persistent behaviors that may disrupt the group or require intensive individual support. If needed, we’ll collaborate with families to ensure Ember & Root is the right fit.
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Homeschool Enrichment Schedule
Please note that meeting schedules are subject to change once we get to know the cohort and what works best:
15 min → Arrival, opt ins, passive activities
30 min → Community circle, Spark activity (STEM fun)
15 min → Intention setting
1.5 hours → Spark time (personal projects), check ins from facilitators
10 min→ tidy up
10 min → share time, where did your spark lead you?
10 min → flex time, community room open, games pickup window
SAMPLE LEARNER EXPERIENCES
Tracy, 7
While making a 3D melty bead box, a facilitator casually introduces to Tracy how arrays and multiplication can help her plan her project—math, naturally folded into creative work.
PROGRAM COST
Program Dates:
September 15 through May 21
Schedule:
Tuesdays & or Thursdays
8:30-11:30
or
12-3
2025-2026 Cost:
2 days a week -$295/month
$60 Supply Fee/semester
I day a week- *175/month, $35 supply fee/semester(limited 1 day/week spots available)
What Your Monthly Tuition Includes:
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Self-Directed Learning Opportunities
Time and space for learners to explore, create, and follow their own interests at their own pace. -
Curated, Interest-Based Offerings
Materials and activity prompts tailored to what kids are excited about—always optional, never forced. -
Facilitator Guidance & Prompting
Thoughtful support to help kids deepen their ideas, spark new ones, and reflect on their learning. -
Mentorship & Stretching Learning
Caring adults who encourage independence while gently guiding learners to think critically and grow. -
Premium, Hands-On Materials & Experiences
From building tools to art supplies and tech—everything needed for creative, project-based work. -
Low Learner-to-Facilitator Ratio
Personalized attention and space to build meaningful relationships. -
Spacious Indoor/Outdoor Environment
A flexible, cozy setting that supports movement, focus, and imaginative play. -
Small Group Community & Connection
A welcoming environment where kids build friendships and feel seen, valued, and supported.
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