🌿 Enrollment Now Open for 2026–2027 | Limited Spaces Available
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Nature-based, Waldorf-inspired K–8 education rooted in rhythm, wonder, and real-world learning.
2026–2027 Tuition:
$7,500 per year
Flexible payment plans available
Tuition assistance and ESTF funding available
More than a school — a village that nurtures the whole child.
Low student-to-teacher ratios that allow for meaningful relationships and individualized support.
18-acre farm campus where classrooms extend into forests, gardens, and meadows.
Mind, body, and spirit — head, hands, and heart guide everything we do.
Kindness, resilience, environmental stewardship, and community responsibility.
Students stay with their teacher for multiple years, building deep bonds.
Predictable routines that help children feel secure, focused, and ready to learn.
MJA might be the right fit if your child:
"If this sounds like your child, we'd love to connect."
per student, per year
Mindful Journey Academy has worked hard to keep tuition affordable while continuing to expand opportunities for students. This is the first tuition adjustment in four years and supports additional staff, enhanced programming, and continued improvements to our learning spaces at Wondering Woods Farm.
4% per additional sibling
$50 (one-time)
Monthly or semester options
Until 4:30 PM
This fee includes nearly all classroom and learning materials needed throughout the school year, including main lesson books, art supplies, pencils, paper, handwork materials, science resources, gardening tools, cooking activities, and experiential learning projects.
| Grade Level | Annual Fee | Semester Option |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | $200 | $100 per semester |
| Grades 1–2 | $300 | $150 per semester |
| Grades 3–4 | $350 | $175 per semester |
| Grade 5 | $400 | $200 per semester |
| Grades 6–8 | $500 | $250 per semester |
Families may pay the annual fee in full at the beginning of the school year or divide it into two semester payments.
$6/day (includes snack)
Organic, local, natural ingredients—simple, nourishing foods.
Available until 6:00 PM by request
We are an approved ESTF provider. Additional scholarship support may be available as funds allow. We're happy to discuss options with families.
Families only need to provide proper outdoor gear and weather-appropriate clothing, including a waterproof rain coat, rain boots or waterproof shoes, and warm winter gear such as insulated outerwear, hats, and gloves. All other school supplies are included.
Our farm store often has gently used outdoor gear available for trade or purchase as children grow.
💙 We're committed to making this education accessible. Let's discuss payment options and available support.
For full details, please see your Enrollment Agreement upon acceptance.
Welcoming new families to Mindful Journey Academy is a thoughtful and intentional process.
Each child is unique, and each family's journey unfolds in its own time and rhythm.
To honor both your time and ours, we begin with an application before scheduling a tour. This allows us to understand your child's story, needs, and timing—so that your visit, when the time is right, can be meaningful, personal, and aligned.
Our Waldorf-inspired, nature-based approach—rooted in rhythm, imagination, and connection to the natural world—may feel different from traditional models. The application helps us ensure that our environment is truly a good fit for your child's development.
Once your application is received:
Mindful Journey Academy is a community-supported school.
Our work grows through the dedication, creativity, and generosity of families, teachers, and friends who share a vision for meaningful, nature-based education.
It takes many hands and open hearts to nurture this environment—and we are grateful for each one.
We warmly invite families to connect with our community:
Mindful Journey Academy is a community-supported school. Families contribute through volunteer service, fundraising, festivals, and community events. We believe education is strongest when parents, teachers, and students work together as partners in the learning journey.
Learn More About Family PartnershipSeptember 1, 2026 – June 4, 2027
Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Early drop off available upon request
Children learn best when they feel safe, seen, and inspired. Our Monday–Thursday academic rhythm supports deep focus, well-being, and meaningful learning.
Drop-off is at 8:50 AM each morning. Early drop-off at 8:00 AM is available by request. Pick-up is at 3:30 PM.
After-school clubs and extended care options may be available. Please inquire for details.
At Mindful Journey Academy, our core academic program runs Monday through Thursday. Fridays are intentionally designed as an optional outdoor learning day for families who want their child to have additional time developing hands-on skills in nature.
This program is called Nature Skills Guild, and it takes place on the land at Wondering Woods Farm.
Nature Skills Guild is a guided, skill-based outdoor program where children build confidence, competence, and connection through meaningful, real-world experiences.
This is not a free-play day and not a camp-style program.
It is purposeful, mentored learning outdoors.
Children are guided, but trusted — learning through doing, not observing.
Each month focuses on a core nature skill strand so children can deepen their abilities through repetition and practice.
(whittling, simple tools)
Children learn by doing — building, tending, observing, repairing, and caring.
Fridays follow a steady outdoor flow:
Morning grounding and skill practice
Snack and exploration outdoors
Farm and land stewardship work
Lunch and rest time
Afternoon integration, building, or craft
Clean-up, tool care, and reflection
This balance of structure and freedom helps children feel secure while still exploring deeply.
Nature Skills Guild supports:
Confidence through real competence
Responsibility and teamwork
Problem-solving and perseverance
Emotional regulation through meaningful work
Deep connection to land, animals, and community
Children are not entertained — they are trusted with real tools, real responsibility, and real learning.
Expect dirt.
Expect stories about building, tending, and working together.
Expect children who feel proud of what they can do.
Children should arrive dressed for full outdoor participation in all weather.
Wondering Woods Farm
Fridays, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Optional for enrolled students
$40 per Friday for non-MJA students
(Discounted rate available for enrolled MJA families)
📩 Contact us to learn more or register.
Get in TouchWe are growing.
Mindful Journey Academy is in the process of expanding to include a high school program, designed to continue our hands-on, nature-based, and real-world approach to learning for older students.
This next phase will build on everything our students already experience — adding deeper opportunities for:
Details are still unfolding, and we will be sharing more soon.
We welcome families to reach out and begin the conversation.
Inquire About High School →We encourage families to begin with a conversation or tour so we can ensure Mindful Journey Academy is the right fit for your child.
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