What layer aligns with your family?
The Village Roots
The Village Pathways
The Village Pathways
As children enter this stage of their journey, they begin to grow deeper roots and start exploring who they are, how they learn, and how they belong in community.
The Village Roots layer nurtures independence, critical thinking, and emotional awareness through hands-on learning, creative projects, and meaningful contribution to daily life at The Village.
Learners are encouraged to follow curiosity, engage in real-world problem solving, and begin to understand the balance between freedom and responsibility.
Through stewardship, art, and inquiry, they learn that education is not only about what you know, but how you live and connect.
The Village Pathways
The Village Pathways
The Village Pathways
The Pathways Layer is where learners begin to step into their gifts and passions. They walk their unique learning path through apprenticeships, mentorship, and experiential projects that bridge practical life skills with personal growth.
Whether tending the land, designing creative ventures, exploring science through the elements, or studying human stories, youth learn by doing. Guided by mentors who help them uncover their inner compass.
Pathways are about purpose, practice, and presence. Supporting youth in becoming capable, compassionate, and conscious young adults.
The Village Compass
The Village Pathways
The Village Compass
The Compass layer invites young adults, mentors, and community members to align their inner direction with purposeful action. This is a space for co-creation, entrepreneurship, leadership, and expression.
Where emerging adults and collaborators bring their ideas to life through projects, teaching, and service.
Through shared work, reflection, and collaboration, participants learn to navigate life with clarity and authenticity.
The Compass honors community contribution as education, guiding individuals to live their purpose while uplifting the whole.
This layer embodies the essence of the Village mindset the circle of learning where every age teaches, learns, and grows together.
The Village pathways
The Pathfinders 10–12 years
“Guided by passion, learning for life and meaningful intentions”
Philosophy:
Children in this stage begin deep self-discovery and project-based, self-directed learning. They integrate academic disciplines into real-world contexts and develop skills through experiences in nature, the arts, and the community. We emphasize lifelong learning habits and emotional maturity.
Focus Areas:
- Literacy, math, and science integrated into interest-based projects
- Long-term nature studies, experiments, and field work
- Peer-to-peer collaboration and mixed-age mentorship
- Emotional self-awareness, communication, and reflection
- Artisan skills: woodworking, weaving, cooking, permaculture
The Wayfinders 13 and up
“Self-mastery through community and conscious contribution.”
Philosophy:
Our teens are co-creators of their educational path. With support, they design a learning journey that reflects their passions and future goals.
Village Kinships allow them to embody responsibility, independence, and contribution to the whole village.
Focus Areas:
- Self-designed learning paths with mentorship
- Real-life application of literacy, numeracy, and scientific thinking
- Entrepreneurial projects and cooperative enterprises
- Teaching and guiding younger children as mentors
- Personal discipline, emotional intelligence, and global awareness
The Village compass
Homeschool Enrichment & Specialty Learning at The Village
For families who embrace homeschooling or alternative education, The Village offers a living classroom. Where learning unfolds through curiosity, creativity, and connection. Our supplementary learning days and specialty educational events invite children and youth to dive deeper into meaningful, hands-on experiences that nurture both intellect and spirit.
Through nature-based exploration, creative arts, ecology, storytelling, wellness, and practical life skills, learners expand their knowledge while building friendships and confidence in a supportive community setting. Each offering is guided by passionate mentors who see education as a journey of discovery, not destination.
From seasonal workshops and forest days to science, art, and cultural immersion events, The Village provides a holistic supplement to your homeschooling journey — one that honors both the freedom of home education and the magic of community learning.
Join us for upcoming homeschool days or specialty events and experience how learning at The Village feels alive, connected, and full of wonder.
co-creations and colloborations
An Invitation to Co-Create with The Village
Calling all visionaries, makers, teachers, and healers!
The Village is growing, and we’re inviting inspired souls to grow with us.
Mother Earth’s Learning Village is more than a school — it’s a living ecosystem of learning, healing, and community life. We are seeking entrepreneurs, life skills mentors, holistic practitioners, and homesteaders who feel called to share their gifts and co-create meaningful offerings within our sacred space.
Whether you guide others through craft, wellness, ecology, the arts, or ancestral wisdom, The Village welcomes collaborations that align with our values of connection, sustainability, creativity, and authentic living.
We’re looking to collaborate with those who:
- Teach life skills such as gardening, building, cooking, or animal care
- Offer holistic practices in mindfulness, movement, healing, or self-discovery
- Create workshops or retreats that awaken curiosity and community connections
- Bring entrepreneurial spirit rooted in purpose, service, and sustainability
- Value education as a living, co-creative experience connected to nature and spirit
Together, we can design programs, seasonal events, and experiences that nurture both human potential and the Earth.
Let’s build a thriving, heart-centered community — one where purpose, creativity, and nature meet.
If you feel called to share your gifts, offer a workshop, or explore partnership opportunities, we’d love to connect and dream together.
Reach out to explore collaboration opportunities and join us in co-creating The Village vision.
Volunteer & Mentor with The Village Community
Join us in nurturing a living, learning community where connection, care, and purpose grow side by side.
At The Village, we welcome volunteers, mentors, and student teachers who feel called to experience education and community life through a holistic and nature-based lens.
Whether you’re an adult seeking meaningful contribution, a high school or college student exploring hands-on learning, or an educator curious about alternative education, The Village offers an environment rich with opportunity, growth, and heart.
Areas to Get Involved:
- Animal Care – Help feed, groom, and connect with our beloved animal friends while learning about stewardship and empathy.
- Gardens & Land – Support the tending of our food and flower gardens, soil regeneration, and ecological projects.
- Forest & Outdoor Learning – Assist mentors in guiding children through nature-based exploration, storytelling, and play.
- Workshops & Community Events – Help facilitate seasonal festivals, creative programs, and gatherings that celebrate connection.
- Village Kinships – Join one of our many community “kin” circles that focus on art, music, sustainability, infrastructure and youth mentorship.
Why Volunteer or Mentor with Us:
Volunteering at The Village is more than service — it’s an experience of belonging and transformation. You’ll gain insight into holistic education, community living, and regenerative practices, while making real connections with children, families, and the land itself.
Whether you stay for a season, a semester, or a year, your presence becomes part of The Village story — one rooted in love, learning, and shared purpose.
Join the Movement:
If you’re ready to learn, grow, and give back in a space where every act is sacred and every day is an opportunity to connect with nature and community .
The Village is waiting for you.
Apply to volunteer or mentor today and become part of something meaningful.
Borrow the Land and Host Your Gathering at The Village
The Village is a place where community, creativity, and nature come together and we invite you to make it your own. Whether you’re planning a retreat, workshop, celebration, camping weekend, or community event, our sacred spaces are available to support your vision in harmony with the land.
Nestled among gardens, forest paths, and open playgrounds, Mother Earth’s Learning Village offers a variety of natural and soulful spaces that can be customized for your gathering.
Available Spaces Include:
- The Yurt Sanctuary – A cozy, round space for workshops, meditation, yoga, or intimate circles.
- The Geo Dome – A bright, inspiring structure ideal for creative classes, movement, or gatherings under the light of the sky.
- Community Kitchen & Dining Area (TBD)– A welcoming hub for shared meals, cooking classes, and connection around the table.
- Forest & Nature Trails – Perfect for reflective walks, outdoor education, or mindful immersion in the beauty of the land.
- The Village Stage & Open Gathering Area – A natural Amphitheatre for performances, storytelling, markets, and celebrations under the stars.
Create, Gather, and Celebrate in Harmony with Nature
Our land is open to facilitators, families, educators, and community builders looking to host experiences that align with holistic, creative, or nature-based values. From day retreats and workshops to overnight camping and festivals, The Village offers a grounded, soulful setting where people come together to learn, connect, and grow.
The Village offers:
- Beautiful, eco-conscious spaces in a natural setting
- Supportive hosts and co-creative planning options
- Opportunities for community collaboration and shared vision
- Affordable, flexible booking for individuals and groups
Borrow the land. Share your gifts.
Together, we can co-create experiences that inspire connection, joy, and renewal — rooted in the spirit of The Village.
Inquire today and Follow your Compass to host your next event, retreat, or celebration at Mother Earth’s Learning Village.
Why Choose Mother Earth's Learning Village
A New Way to Learn: Empowered, Not Programmed
A Culture in continued practice of learning to be truthful, respectful and kind.
A New Way to Learn: Empowered, Not Programmed
At Mother Earth’s Learning Village, we believe education should be an adventure—not a checklist. Inspired by the philosophy of John Dewey, our school is a space where children are not just students but active co-creators of their own learning journeys. Here, curiosity drives the curriculum. Kids are trusted to explore their passions, mana
At Mother Earth’s Learning Village, we believe education should be an adventure—not a checklist. Inspired by the philosophy of John Dewey, our school is a space where children are not just students but active co-creators of their own learning journeys. Here, curiosity drives the curriculum. Kids are trusted to explore their passions, manage their time, and engage in real-world learning that actually means something. No forced tests. No one-size-fits-all.
Just freedom, joy, and genuine growth.
Intuitive and Holistic Teaching Practices
A Culture in continued practice of learning to be truthful, respectful and kind.
A New Way to Learn: Empowered, Not Programmed
At The Village, holistic and intuitive teaching practices are at the core of our approach because children are more than just learners. They are whole beings with minds, bodies, and spirits. By tuning into each child’s unique needs, rhythms, and strengths, our guides create experiences that honor individual growth while fostering curiosi
At The Village, holistic and intuitive teaching practices are at the core of our approach because children are more than just learners. They are whole beings with minds, bodies, and spirits. By tuning into each child’s unique needs, rhythms, and strengths, our guides create experiences that honor individual growth while fostering curiosity, creativity, and emotional intelligence.
Holistic practices integrate nature, movement, art, and reflection, helping children develop resilience, self-awareness, and a deep connection to the world around them. Intuitive teaching allows learning to flow naturally, encouraging children to explore, question, and co-create knowledge in ways that feel meaningful and joyful.
Together, these practices cultivate confident, compassionate, and self-directed learners who are prepared to navigate life with curiosity, empathy, and purpose.
A Culture in continued practice of learning to be truthful, respectful and kind.
A Culture in continued practice of learning to be truthful, respectful and kind.
A Culture in continued practice of learning to be truthful, respectful and kind.
What if school felt like a village? At our core, we’re a democratic learning community where every child has a voice. Our students practice self-governance, solve conflicts with restorative tools, and help shape the rules that guide our shared space. They’re not just learning academics—they’re learning how to be emotionally intelligent, a
What if school felt like a village? At our core, we’re a democratic learning community where every child has a voice. Our students practice self-governance, solve conflicts with restorative tools, and help shape the rules that guide our shared space. They’re not just learning academics—they’re learning how to be emotionally intelligent, accountable, and kind humans who lead with integrity.
We don’t just raise thinkers—we raise changemakers.
Unschooling Values and Lifelong Learning
Unschooling Values and Lifelong Learning
A Culture in continued practice of learning to be truthful, respectful and kind.
We do not believe in forced learning or linear academic expectations. We trust the natural unfolding of each child’s path and celebrate nonlinear progress. Life is our curriculum. Cooking, building, caring for animals, storytelling, mediating conflict — these are the real-world skills that ground our learning experience.
Learning unfolds n
We do not believe in forced learning or linear academic expectations. We trust the natural unfolding of each child’s path and celebrate nonlinear progress. Life is our curriculum. Cooking, building, caring for animals, storytelling, mediating conflict — these are the real-world skills that ground our learning experience.
Learning unfolds naturally through layered, real-world experiences. Concepts are integrated across ages and subjects, allowing children to revisit themes in deeper, more meaningful ways as they grow.
Interconnectedness and Village Mentality
Unschooling Values and Lifelong Learning
Interconnectedness and Village Mentality
At The Village, interconnectedness lies at the heart of our philosophy. We teach children that they are part of something larger. That they are woven into the fabric of their community, the natural world, and the living planet. This understanding fosters empathy, compassion, and responsibility, as children see how their actions impact
At The Village, interconnectedness lies at the heart of our philosophy. We teach children that they are part of something larger. That they are woven into the fabric of their community, the natural world, and the living planet. This understanding fosters empathy, compassion, and responsibility, as children see how their actions impact others, the earth, and future generations.
By embracing interconnectedness, students learn collaboration, respect, and resilience, cultivating a sense of belonging and purpose that nurtures both personal growth and the wellbeing of the wider world. In this way, interconnectedness is not just a concept.
It is a guiding principle that shapes how our children think, act, and relate to life itself.
Generational Change
Unschooling Values and Lifelong Learning
Interconnectedness and Village Mentality
At The Village, children thrive in a community where learning and values flow naturally across generations. Here, elders, adults, and peers share wisdom, model holistic living, and nurture emotional intelligence, giving your child a strong foundation for life.
By growing up in this supportive, interconnected environment, children inherit
At The Village, children thrive in a community where learning and values flow naturally across generations. Here, elders, adults, and peers share wisdom, model holistic living, and nurture emotional intelligence, giving your child a strong foundation for life.
By growing up in this supportive, interconnected environment, children inherit resilience, empathy, and a sense of purpose that carries forward, creating lasting positive change for future generations. Choosing the Village means choosing a legacy of mindful, empowered, and compassionate growth.