FAQ
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Is there a waitlist?
Social Memberships are currently open and available. Class Memberships are currently full. Prior to the start of each trimester, registration opens to returning families with an active class membership. If any spots remain available, the option to register will open to new families in our waiting pool at that time. In the meantime, you may register for a Social Membership which allows you to attend any organized events and field trips hosted by bloom. For more information regarding the membership options, click here. To be added to our waiting pool for Class Memberships, please contact us here.
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How does the "waiting pool" work for class memberships?
At bloom: a homeschool collective, we take a unique approach to managing enrollment by using a waiting pool instead of a traditional waitlist. This allows us to prioritize families who are eager to become active, contributing members of our community, while maintaining a balanced, volunteer-driven structure that benefits all families involved.
How the Waiting Pool Works:
New Families with Volunteer Commitment: Families new to Bloom who are willing to take on volunteer roles will be given priority for available spots. We value shared responsibility and believe that the success of our collective relies on the active involvement of all members. For this reason, families who are committed to volunteering will be given first consideration when spots open up.
Drop-off Families: While we do offer the option for families to drop off their children for classes, drop-off-only families will be placed in the waiting pool after those who are committed to volunteering. As space becomes available, spots will be offered to drop-off families, but we encourage everyone to consider how they can contribute to the collective.
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How much are classes?
Class tuition varies each trimester based on the supplies required for the class and the age group. On average, you can expect a one-time tuition fee ranging from $60 to $150 per class, per trimester. For a complete list of our current class offerings and detailed tuition information, click here.
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Do I have to enroll my child in all three class hours?
No, you don’t! If your child is between 6-12 years old, you can choose the elective classes that interest them. They can enroll in 1, 2, or all 3 class hours, depending on your preference.
*Pre-K and Kindergarten classes are offered as a single 3-hour class each week.
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Are class discounts available?
The base class tuition is structured around our optional drop-off model, and we are pleased to offer multiple discounts to help support our families who are volunteering within the program:
Volunteer Discount
We deeply value the contributions of our volunteers, as they are essential to the success of our program. Families with a parent willing to take on an open volunteer role will receive a tuition discount of 25-100% (for up to 3 enrolled children). Volunteer roles include class leaders, assistants, administrative positions, setup/cleanup, and more. Your involvement directly helps us maintain a vibrant and community-driven program.
Multi-Child Discount
We also offer a discount for families enrolling multiple children in classes:
10% off total tuition for families with 2-3 children enrolled.
25% off total tuition for families with 4 or more children enrolled.
These discounts are designed to make our classes more accessible while encouraging family participation and growth within our collective community.
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Where are events and classes held?
Organized meetups, events, and field trips will be held at various locations within driving distance. Weekly classes take place at a rented facility in St. Clair County, located in Clyde Township. The exact address of classes is given at the time of registration.
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Are scholarships available for class tuition?
We strive to make our program accessible to all homeschooling families. Depending on current enrollment, we offer a limited number of scholarships to families facing financial hardship. Scholarships require full class registration as well as volunteer requirements. Please reach out directly for more information.