Wild Roots Nature Enrichment
A nature-based community for homeschool families & families with children not yet in school
Step outside the classroom and into the natural world.
Wild Roots Nature Enrichment (formerly Homeschool Collective) is a weekly outdoor gathering where families come together for hands-on nature exploration, seasonal learning, creative projects, and meaningful connections.
Designed for children who thrive through movement, curiosity, and real-world experiences, each class follows a nature-inspired theme where children can investigate, create, discover, and build friendships outdoors.
What to Expect
🌱 Wild Roots Nature Exploration
Our instructor introduces a seasonal nature theme through hands-on activities, observations, experiments, stories, and guided exploration.
🌿 Hands-On Learning
Children learn through doing — gardening, investigating, creating, collecting, building, and exploring the natural world.
🤝 Community
Connect with other families while children develop friendships through outdoor play and shared experiences.
🎨 Creative Nature Projects
Children use natural materials and their imagination to create meaningful seasonal crafts and projects.
🌳 Child-Led Outdoor Play
After guided activities, children have time to explore, play, and follow their own curiosity in our outdoor environment.
Who Is It For?
Designed for homeschool families and children not yet in school who are looking for:
✔ Outdoor learning opportunities
✔ A consistent homeschool community
✔ Nature-based enrichment
✔ Social connections with other families
✔ More time outside and less time behind screens
This is NOT a drop-off program. A parent or caregiver remains with their child during the session.
Why Outdoor Learning?
Children are naturally curious.
When they have space to explore, question, and interact with the world around them, learning happens organically.
At Wild Roots, we believe children deserve childhood experiences filled with:
- Fresh air
- Real-life discoveries
- Imagination
- Friendship
- Connection to nature
Our goal is to help families slow down, step outside, and rediscover the joy of learning together.
Semester Info
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Dates: Fall: October 27-December 1
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Day & Time: Tuesdays, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
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Session Length: 6-week semester
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Location: South Shore – 6581 Hylan Blvd.
- $150/child per 6-week semester
- 25% off second child, 35% off third, 50% off fourth+
What To Bring
- Snack
- Water bottle
- Change of clothes (optional)
- Sunscreen, bug spray (optional)
- If rain is forecasted, rain gear – raincoat, boots, rain pants/overalls.
A 6-Week Commitment to Build Community
- This class requires a 6-week commitment to build friendships and create a true sense of community.
- If you are unable to attend a specific date, a makeup class can be scheduled at one of our regular classes.
Get In Touch
Have questions or want more info? Reach out anytime.
Contact Us
Address
Mount Loretto
6581 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10309