Family policies
What families ask before the first day.
Photos of your child
We ask your written permission before we share any photo of your child, on this site, in newsletters or on social media, and you can change your answer at any time. We never put a child's name with a photo, and the photos on this site are examples until we replace them with our own.
When to keep your child home
A student with a fever, or who was sick in the night, stays home until the next morning. A guide calls a parent when a student is unwell at school, and sends a note home when something is going around.
Drop-off and pickup
Families drop off at the meadow gate between 8:15 and 8:30, and the day ends at the gate at 3:00. Only the adults on the pickup list may collect a student, and we ask to see ID until we know you.
Closures for weather and holidays
The school closes for fall, winter and spring breaks and the usual holidays. When ice or snow closes the mountain road, we text families before 6:30 a.m. Rain does not close the school, and lightning moves everyone into the room.
Leaving the program
We ask for a month's notice in writing before a student leaves. The enrollment agreement says how a month in progress is handled.
Screens and phones
Students do not use screens during the school day. A phone that comes to school stays in the backpack and is switched off.
What to wear and bring
Dress for the weather: a rain jacket, layers, sturdy closed shoes or boots, a hat and a change of clothes in the backpack. There is no uniform. Bring a water bottle and a lunch.
Meals, snacks and allergies
Families send lunch, and we eat together under the oaks or in the room. Water is carried on every walk. Tell us about allergies at the visit; we ask privately once you enroll.
Questions about a policy?
Ask at a visit, or write to the office.