The parham schoolhouse
+ the well nourished child
A few details
Hours of Operation: T-TH 9am - 2:30pm
Ages:
Seedlings: 4–5 years
Sprouts: 6–8 years
Saplings: 9–12 years
Small Classes (5-7:1 student to teacher ratio)
Students bring their own snacks + lunches
Activities: Age- Appropriate Literacy, Math, Science woven into the day + Specialty Lessons taught by Guest Teachers
Curriculum: inspired by Waldorf, Charlotte Mason, and Reggio Emilia philosophies, our approach is:
Nature-Based: Outdoor learning is central, fostering ecological awareness and sensory development
Whole-Child Focused: Cognitive, emotional, physical, and social development are equally valued
Enrichment-Driven: Not a full academic curriculum but a complement to homeschool families’ efforts
Hands-On & Experiential: Learning through doing, making, exploring, and wondering
WELL Nourised AT The Parham Schoolhouse
The dream continues. What began as a program in a backyard, has evolved in capacity to serve the community. The Parham Schoolhouse location offers:
a beautiful outdoor space (access to 100 acres!) + a beautiful indoor space
homeschool enrichment, can be tailored to what you need
a flowing creek to dip our feet into + higher ground to retreat to if necessary
small groups (5-7:1 student to teacher ratio)
Guest Educators: seasonal experts in arts, music, gardening, etc.
plenty of space to grow & flourish!
A day in the (well nourished) life
DAily Rhythm
9:00 AM – Arrival & Free Play: Nature Walk / Outdoor Exploration
9:45 AM – Wash hands, Morning Meeting & Snack
10:30 AM – Chores & Math Practice
11:00 AM – Group Game & Free Play
11:30 AM - LUNCH
12:00 PM – Rest & Digest: Journal + Reading Quiet Time
12:30 PM – Teacher Led Focused Hour of Study (by age group: literacy, math, science/nature studies)
1:30 PM – Free Play
can include: Arts & Handwork (music, painting, fiber arts, crafting)
2:20 PM - Tea Time, Afternoon Meeting
2:30 PM - Pick Up
How is this like Forest School?
It’s just like it
Nature-Based: Outdoor learning is central, fostering ecological awareness and sensory development
Whole-Child Focused: Cognitive, emotional, physical, and social development are equally valued
Hands-On & Experiential: Learning through doing, making, exploring, and wondering
What are some examples of activities?
The Sky is the limit
nature hikes + nature journaling
plenty of free play
gardening, plant, and tree studies
pottery & texture arts (from start to finish - finding natural clays, processing, creating)
visual & performing arts
learning in a woodworking shop
entrepreneurial & leadership activities
homesteading specific skills
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TUESDAY $65/day
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WEDNESDAY $65/day
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THURSDAY $65/day
Tuition & Fees
Tuition is $65 a day (for any combination of days) and will be due the 1st of each month.
We also have a one time $55 materials fee covers all necessary materials your student will use throughout the school year and is paid upon enrollment. These materials include, but are not limited to: project & art supplies, writing materials, science project materials, etc. We do NOT require parents to provide these materials for their student(s), so this fee covers the costs, (this is in place of a registration fee, non-refundable).
Founders Corner
With over 20 years of experience in education and working with children; and having created a beautifully thriving Forest School in Thompson’s Station this past year, I’m taking all I’ve learned and expanding.
My vision is to create a safe, nurturing space full of wonder, inspiring creative minds, courageous hearts and a generation of children who know anything is possible.
My background:
B.A. in Spanish Language & Culture (lived in Argentina in 2009!)
Graduate of Nashville Teaching Fellows with an Elementary Ed + K-12 ESL Teaching Certification (taught in both Davidson & Williamson counties)
Certified Personal Trainer & Wellness Coach
Renovated a van and traveled out West in 2020
worked at Bloomsbury Farm in 2023 (first farming, then at their school!)
Passionate reader, writer, and dream-pursuer :)
For years, I’ve wanted to craft my own homeschool program and haven’t had kids of my own; or an expansive space to do so. Last year a space was provided - and per usual, God is right on time - providing this new space at the end of the previous venture.
Amanda LeGrand 2024 & 1992
