Inclusive Alternative Learning: Student-led with a focus on connection to nature & our community, life skills, and personal empowerment.
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"Children are natural learners"
Hey there! Thanks for visiting my slice of the internet. Who am I?
Hi, I'm Tessa! An experienced homeschool parent and Alternative Educator.
4 years ago I ran my very first Homeschool Nature group and I absolutely love seeing children explore their creativity and natural ability to learn and soak in the world around them.
I am currently working on getting my Hygge in the Early Years Accreditation as well as a Garden schooling course.
Thoroughly enjoyed training session's on provocations provided by YMCA Outdoor Learning and St. Clair College.
Our outdoor space holds a Garden Habitat Certificate through the Canadian Wildlife Federation and The National Wildlife Federation. We are very proud of this and the children are very involved with finding new ways to support our native insects, plants and animals.
Take a look around, and feel free to get in touch with any questions you have.
- Nature's Way is contracted by the Lambton Rural Childcare Agency. This way I can keep the programming great and at an accessible rate. -
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INCLUSIVE ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM
Looking for a different kind of learning?
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Alternative Education; Forest School, Homeschoolers, Unschoolers, Eclectic, Waldorf, Unit study, Reggio Emelia, etc. There are so many styles out there to fit each individual family.
Here we focus on life skills and nature education.
Learning is student-led, to foster empowerment, critical thinking and to foster a deeper engagement.
Collaboration, communication and creativity are also a big part of the learning process.
We celebrate the learning that happens with badges instead of tests. There are main Learning Badges as well as mini Learning Badges to work towards.
Some examples of Learning Badges are:
Community
Conservation
Entrepreneurship
Wellness
We spend most of the time outdoors, which is great for the mind and body.
Oh the possibilities!
Monday - Thursday
Program hours are: 9 - 3
Ages: 3-12
Full Time or Part Time
- Part Time is 2 days per week
-8 am start and 4 pm finish is also available
Cost depends on enrollment through Lambton Rural or Private.
- Government funding is available
Snacks and Lunch are provided
Learning Spaces
Primary Learning Space: (updated picture to be added soon!)
- Two mud kitchen's
- Large food garden
- Two wildlife certified flower gardens
- Large back deck and gazebo
- Cozy, warm and inviting indoor space when needed
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Secondary Locations:
- Local Conservation Area
- Local native pollinator garden
- Dresden Library
I only got to have Tessa for two months, because I was unable to stay with her long term. Tessa is a kind, sweet, and caring person; and she was very accommodating for me as well. In only two short months my little girl has developed a bond both with her and her lovely children. Within that time I’ve noticed how engaging Tessa was with the kids under her care. I’ve noticed my child’s growing vocabulary and interest in reading more than usual. My child was able to paint, crafts, read, play indoors and outdoors, getting along with other children. I would highly recommend her.
Tessa provides the kids with a safe, caring and engaging atmosphere. She encourages them to explore using all their senses and have fun both inside and outside. I absolutely recommend!
Tessa is an awesome, caring, creative and charismatic person. Any families that have an opportunity to place their child/ren in her/their daycare are tremendously lucky :)
Tessa is an incredible caregiver, teacher and all around human. They made me feel so comfortable leaving our daughter with them. From the healthy baked goods they created, to the focus on nature and outdoor time and sharing in our love of using cloth diapers, our values aligned. Tessa’s home was/is a safe space for any and everyone and they do their very best to welcome everyone. The kindness they shared with our daughter, made us feel like we were part of the family. I am forever thankful for the time our daughter was in their care.
