Free-Range Kids
Supporting Each Other
We commit to open communication, listening to each other, problem solving, and remaining fluid as Nurturer By Nature continues to evolve, shift, and move through these times.
Nurturer By Nature Homestead School offers almost entirely outside childcare for Free Range Kids, supporting emotional, physical and cognitive development by nurturing a positive relationship with the natural world around us. NBN facilitates activities and fosters child led curiosities which helps children retain information, encourages independence, and promotes social emotional development. By guiding children and teaching through play, exploration and supported risk taking; children develop confidence, resilience and self esteem through learner inspired hands-on experiences in their natural settings.
Tel: (269) 806-4096
Email:
Location
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Location - NBN (Nurturer By Nature) Homestead
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3636 Lowden St (Kalamazoo, MI
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Privacy fenced side yard
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Wooded ravine
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Community Room
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Inside home during inclement weather; secured from dogs.
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Occasional walk in the neighborhood and to the Tot Lot on Springmont.
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NBN (Nurturer By Nature) Homestead
3636 Lowden St
Privacy fenced side yard
Wooded ravine
Community Room
Inside home during inclement weather; secured from dogs.
Occasional walk in the neighborhood and to the Tot Lot on S
Photography, Forms, & Communication
Photography
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No photos of children will be shared on social media without the direct consent of the child’s parent.
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Some photos of activities including hands or feet or portions of an experience may be shared on NBN social media as long as the identity of the child is not apparent.
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A Google photo folder will be used to share photos of activities and special moments throughout the day.
Forms and Communication
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Forms to be issued by NBN and completed by parents prior to the first day:
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General Intake Form
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Allergies and Prescriptions Form
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Weekly email recap.
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Daily Communication is to be done via text directly to parents as needed and all other daily communication will be in the Google Folder.
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A minimum of 3 Seasonal Community Gathering opportunities will be available. It's a wonderful time to connect with each other and share in the magic that is our humble little Homestead. Your children will create treats and or crafts to share with their families and enjoy connection in community.
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Free Range Kids will also participate in our seasonal NBN Homestead Farmstand by growing and harvesting produce, foraging, egg collecting, baking treats and crafting other surprises. www.NBNHomestead.com
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Please subscribe to our website to receive a monthly blog sharing our adventures and updates here at Homestead School website.
Get In Touch
If you have any questions about our program
Tel: 123-456-7890
Email: info@mysite.com
500 Terry Francois Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Holidays & Scheduled Closures
NBN Childcare will not be open on the following days.:
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Major Holidays: Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day
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When Kalamazoo Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather, (snow days or high heat index) NBN will be closed as well unless decided differently.
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There will be 5 paid Professional Development days that school will be closed. There will be a minimum of 30 days notice for any changes.
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Homestead School will also be closed for winter break, spring break, and summer break. Dates TBD.
Hours & Tuition
Hours
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Monday - Friday
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Full-Time is 5 days per week. Anything else is considered part-time.
Tuition:
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$55/day for Full-Time
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$60/day for Part-Time
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$65/Drop-In Rate
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A $5 daily discount is available for those families in need and those families with multiple children. Please ask for more information.