How and When Can Families Enroll at Village Home?

Village Home accepts enrollment both at the start of its program year and mid-year, so families do not have to wait for a fall start date to join. For the 2026–2027 year, registration opens first for returning families on Thursday, July 16, and then for new families on Monday, July 20. If you are considering the community, the site's recommended first step is to schedule a tour before registering.

Who can enroll

Village Home describes itself as a collective learning community for learners from preK through high school, with classes and clubs designed for ages 5 to 18. It is built to support families in several educational situations:

• Homeschooling
• Unschooling
• Enrollment in an online charter school

The community is described as serving over 400 learners, so it functions as a supplement or home base rather than a replacement for a family's chosen schooling structure.

Registration dates for 2026–2027

The staggered dates give current families a head start before new families begin registering.

How the enrollment process works

1. Schedule a tour. Village Home lists "Schedule a Tour" as the entry point on its homepage. A tour lets you see the space, meet the community, and ask questions before committing.
2. Review the program options. The site organizes offerings under Choices, Weekly Offerings, Rivers Day Program, Theater Program, and Teen Leadership Experiences. The 2026–27 grid schedule is also published for planning which classes fit your week.
3. Choose your classes. Learners customize their education from over 130 classes and clubs. You can pick a single class or build a fuller schedule — the choice is yours.
4. Register when your window opens. Returning families register from July 16; new families from July 20.

What to know before you register

Mid-year enrollment is available. Village Home states that flexible mid-year enrollment means "it's never too late to join." If you miss the July windows or decide to join partway through the year, you can still enroll.

There is no testing or grading. The approach is grade-free and test-free, and learners are expected to take ownership of their education. If your family needs formal grades or test records, that is a mismatch worth weighing before enrolling.

Classes are mixed-age. Rather than separating learners strictly by grade, classes bring together a range of ages, which shapes both the social environment and how material is taught.

Educators guide rather than direct. The site describes adults showing up "with trust, care, and real-world passion," guiding learners to explore interests inside and outside the classroom.

Common questions

Can we try one class before committing to more? Yes — the site explicitly says you can choose one class or many.

Do we need to be homeschooling to join? No. The community welcomes homeschooling, unschooling, and online charter school families.

What if we decide after July? Mid-year enrollment is offered, so a later start is possible.

How do we get started? Schedule a tour through the Village Home website, then register during your family's window.