Homeschool 2026-2027

About our Tuesday Homeschool Session

Register for all three seasons at once and receive a discount!

Our homeschool at the farm is designed to nurture children’s intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development with the majority of time outdoors - on the farm and in the fields and forests surrounding the barnyard.

Over the course of the year, children experience immersive, farm-based education. The farm itself serves as a classroom, where nature is the teacher and our experienced farm educators guide learning through the lens of agriculture and environmental literacy.

With exploration, observation, and active engagement, participants develop a deeper understanding of the natural world, food systems, and the rhythms of the seasons - all while building meaningful connections to the land and to others.

The program includes:

Gardening and Community: Homeschool students have their own garden space to tend and produce their own food to eat and to share with others through our farm-to-food-pantry program.
Forest and Meadow Exploration: The group will take excursions into the forest and fields to learn about our local ecosystem.

Animal Husbandry: Children do real work on the farm - including caring for our goats, donkey, and chickens.
Group projects and social skills: Children practice cooperation and problem-solving, as well have ample time for free play and socializing.

Farm educators work with families to design curriculum that meets the learning and development needs of each child.

FAMILY INVOLVEMENT:

In addition to a weekly newsletter, families will be invited to participate in monthly markets, presentations, or meals prepared by the groups. If family members have specific skills they would like to share with the group, we welcome your knowledge and expertise.

NOTE: In the spring of 2027, we have plans to construct a dedicated program and event building on the farm following sustainable building practices. The project should not impact the homeschool program, as the building site and access road will be behind the barnyard. The construction could provide an opportunity for the students to follow the progress each week and to make connections to the technologies and designs they have learned about throughout the year. If you have questions about the new building, please reach out to our Executive Director, Meredith Laban meredith@hollyhillfarm.org.

Homeschool ages 5 -12

Fall 2026 Session - 13 Classes

Tuesdays 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

September 15 - December 15

Registration fees

Tier A - $1120

Tier B - $975

Tier C - $720

Note: If we reach 10 registered children or more in the group, the rate will drop and families will receive a refund of $110-150 depending on the tier level you purchased.

NO SESSIONS ON: 11/24/26

Winter 2027 Session - 9 Classes

Tuesdays 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

January 5 - March 9

Registration fees

Tier A - $775

Tier B - $675

Tier C - $575

Note: If we reach 10 registered children or more in the group, the rate will drop and families will receive a refund of $80 -105 depending on the tier level you purchased.

NO SESSIONS ON: 2/16/27

Spring 2027 Session - 8 Classes

Tuesdays 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

March 30 - May 25

Registration fees

Tier A - $690

Tier B - $600

Tier C - $510

Note: If we reach 10 registered children or more in the group, the rate will drop and families will receive a refund of $75 - 95 depending on the tier level you purchased.

NO SESSIONS ON: 4/20/27

Registration and Tiered Pricing

1. SELECT YOUR PRICE TIER

We strive to make educational programming accessible to all ages. Tiered pricing allows families to choose the price that is right for their family, while also becoming more aware of the costs associated with putting on educational programs for each child. This program is voluntary and families are free to choose the tier that best suits their financial situation.

What are the tiers?

Tier A: Cost to run program + contribution to support tiered pricing

Tier B: Cost to run program

Tier C: Reduced price

If your family is unable to meet Tier C pricing, they can apply for additional scholarship funding. Learn more.

If your family can choose a higher tier, it allows more children to access programming. Your support allows Friends of Holly Hill Farm to better utilize the charitable contributions we need to operate our non profit organization and continue with our mission of growing food for our community, educating all ages, and caring for this precious land and beloved barnyard animals. When you select Tier A, the portion of your payment above the cost of the program is tax deductible.

2.. NO SESSIONS ON

Tuesdays: November 24, February 16, April 20

3. Bundle discount when you register for all three seasons at once! Save 9%!

Helpful Information

Registration Check List:

Annual physical and immunization forms (JPG, PNG, DOC, DOCX and PDF files accepted) - even if you have in the past you may need to upload a more current one to complete registration.
Emergency and pick up contact info
Complete Required Medical Form with 5 short questions
Complete Homeschool Waiver/Disclaimer Form
Credit card (If you prefer to pay by check, please complete your child's profile fully, including documents and contact our office to help you finish the registration programs@hollyhillfarm.org

CANCELLATION POLICY:

All cancellations must be made in writing.

Email us here to cancel: programs@hollyhillfarm.org

If cancellation made three (3)+ weeks prior to program start dates in writing. A refund minus $100 cancellation fee applies.

If a cancellation is requested in writing less than three (3) weeks prior to the program start date, no refund can be made. In the unlikely event we are able fill your spot on short notice, we will refund program fees, minus $100 administrative fee.

WEATHER RELATED CANCELLATIONS

In the event that Friends of Holly Hill Farm cancels or adjusts the program hours due to severe weather or circumstances beyond our control, we will notify families as soon as possible via email and text alerts. We will also try to post changes to our website as well. We encourage families to check their inboxes in the morning before heading to the farm.

We will do our best to reschedule missed days for season-long programs which have built-in time for make-ups. If there are no more available make-up times, and two or more days are missed the days will be refunded, or the family can donate the amount to our nonprofit organization.

Frequently asked questions

General Questions:

Q: Do I need to pay for all three sessions up front?

A: No. Register for all three session together to receive your discount. When you register fall program payment is due in full at time of registration. Winter payments can be paid on or before December 1, 2026, and spring on or before February 1, 2027.

Q: The session has already started can my child still sign up?

A: Yes, simply sign up and email our office and we'll refund the difference for the sessions missed.

Q: How do I register?

A: New families will set up a household account. Returning families simply login and make updates as needed and register. We always recommend setting up your account, loading all your children's health forms, checking your account and your children's info, etc.. in advance of registration day to help save you the time!

Q: I tried preregistering but it doesn't recognize my email?

A: If you already set up a household account on hollyhillfarmprogramregistration.org, simply log in with the email you used. You can reset your password if needed. If you have not signed up for a program in in the past then set up a new account. Issues resetting your password? email us at programs@hollyhillfarm.org

Q: What if I don't have my child's health care letter from their provider? Or it is old? Or they haven't had a physical yet this year?

A: You must submit a letter to complete your registration online - the system will not let you skip this step. State and local health administrations require us to receive and review these letters and visits/letters must be current (less than 16 months from the start of their program). Upload the most recent copy you have when registering. Later on go back into your child's profile and scroll to the bottom to upload their new new letter (make sure to do this by September 1, 2026).

Q: I already uploaded their physician's letter on this site before. Why do I need to again?

A: We are required to review recent letters prior to each program. As long as your letter/visit is dated less than 16 months from start of session you are registering for, it is good in our system for 6 months.

Q: I attached my child's physical/immunization letter and the window keeps popping up. It doesn't say it was uploaded.

A: Sometimes the system does that due to a technical glitch - even though the upload went through correctly. If for some reason your letter upload didn't go through it will prompt you to upload again at check out. If it does not prompt you, then you are all set. If it continues to give you issues you should make sure your file type meets the requirements it states. (JPG, PNG, DOC, DOCX and PDF files accepted)

Q: Due to documented exemptions my child only has their annual physical letter but no vaccination records. What do I do?

A: Upload a copy of the physician's recent physical letter with the child's clearance to participate in school, or sports, camps (missing the vaccination records) and a copy of the religious exemption document. If you have questions direct to programs@hollyhillfarm.org

Q: My child has allergies and/or may require medicine. Is there a form I need to complete?

A: Our Medicine Authorization Form, found on our program registration site should be completed by September 10, 2026. FHHF staff can only administer EpiPens and inhalers. We do not administer any other form of medication.

Q: Is this a drop off or can I stay with my child?

A: Fall programming is a drop-off program. However, of course, if you child needs help easing in we understand if they need a little help from you!

Q: If the program(s) I want is/are filled is there a wait list?

A: Yes, you can register for a waitlist for the week(s) you want on the registration site. We will notify interested applicants if openings become available based on the order received. We will contact you via email if a spot opens up. We will give you a set amount of time to reply before we go to the next person. Emails come from programs@hollyhillfarm.org "Friends of Holly Hill Farm Programs".

Q: What if I'm interested in scholarship opportunities, do I need to register?

A: This year we are offering Tiered-Pricing. Tier-C is a reduced cost of participation. If your family is requesting additional support, email our Education Director wendy@hollyhillfarm.org. Requests are reviewed in the order received. Please be aware that we have limited funds and may only be able to give up to 20% in funding (in addition to the Tier-C reduced cost).

Q: I booked a week but want to swap it for another week that is available - can I do that?

A: Our cancellation policy applies to the original session you are now wishing to cancel. A fee of $100 will be applied prior to refund if you are cancelling more than 3 weeks from your program start. If you are cancelling less than 3 week from the start of the program, there is no refund.

Q: We are on the waitlist. How are we notified?

A: If a spot becomes available we will contact you by email and you will have approximately 24 hours to reply (we will call if less than 24 hours and the session starts soon). The email will state the deadline to reply. If we do not hear from you we will go to the next in line.

Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 (Tuesdays)

Homeschool 2026-2027

About our Tuesday Homeschool Session

Register for all three seasons at once and receive a discount!

Homeschool ages 5 -12

Fall 2026 Session - 13 Classes

Winter 2027 Session - 9 Classes

Spring 2027 Session - 8 Classes

Registration and Tiered Pricing

Helpful Information

Frequently asked questions