Learning Center

We are a Learning Center for families seeking alternative education for their children. We are here to support the whole family as we choose to raise and educate our children in a respectful and honoring way. There are millions of us who are walking away from the old paradigm and giving birth to new ways, new systems, and new solutions.

Are you looking to send your child to a place where they can learn, grow and have community?
Do you want an alternative to public or private school or need homeschool support?

Rising Moon Meadows Learning Center offers full or part-time options for children ages 5-12 and is located in Bellingham, WA.

Mission

Our mission is to provide education that engages the child cognitively and emotionally. We want to give children experiences that get them thinking and asking questions. We recognize and welcome the unique gifts brought by each child, encouraging independent thinking and imagination, and foster a life-long love of learning.

Vision

Our vision is to provide a place where children can thrive, learn, grow and have authentic connections. We will use a curriculum to help guide the core academic subjects while teaching children about thoughtful communication, connection to nature and themselves. With child lead learning each child will be given the chance to explore their talents in a supportive and enriching environment.

2026–2027 At the Learning Center: Enrollment Open.

Monday–Thursday Learning Program

At Rising Moon Meadows Learning Center our Monday through Thursday programs focus on building strong foundations in language arts, writing, and math, while honoring each child’s natural pace, curiosity, and individuality. Families can help choose the pathway that best supports their child’s learning style and goals.

Study support

Students have the option to bring individual academic work or curriculum from home to work on during designated learning times at the Learning Center.

This option works best for students who are able to work independently or mostly independently and benefit from having a supportive environment, dedicated work time, and adults nearby for encouragement and occasional guidance.

Families may provide curriculum or assignments in areas such as language arts, math, or other subjects that align with their child’s individual learning goals.

Within this option:

Students bring their own curriculum or academic work from home.
Students work at their own pace and comfort level.
Educators help create a focused and encouraging learning environment.
Adults may offer guidance, encouragement, and support when needed.
Students are encouraged to develop independence, confidence, and responsibility for their learning.

This is not intended to be one-on-one tutoring or direct instruction throughout the day. Rather, it provides students who are ready for independent work with the time, space, structure, and supportive environment to continue progressing with their individual academics.

Classes & Group Learning

Throughout the week, we also offer a variety of educator-led classes and group learning opportunities. Depending on the day, these may include math, language arts, reading, geography, science, and other enrichment or project-based learning experiences.

Class offerings vary by day and may change throughout the year based on student interests, ages, needs, and our current learning focus.

When a class is a good fit for your child and aligns with their individual learning plan, they will be encouraged and invited to participate. Our goal is to create a flexible balance between individual academic work, engaging group learning, and natural learning through play, exploration, creativity, and connection with peers.

Not every child will participate in every class. We recognize that children have different learning needs, interests, abilities, and goals, and we work to create a learning environment that allows for flexibility while still providing meaningful opportunities for academic growth.

Natural Learning Opportunities

Children have access to all natural learning activities, hands-on projects, creative invitations, outdoor play, and exploration offered throughout the day. Learning unfolds organically through movement, creativity, curiosity, and social interaction.

Flexible Enrollment Options

Families may enroll for a single day or any combination of Monday through Friday
Schedules can be customized to best support each child
Enrollment is open throughout the year
Students may join at any time, as space allows

Explorer Fridays

Science • Social Studies • Nature Enrichment • Arts

Fridays at Rising Moon Meadows are dedicated to curiosity, creativity, and hands-on discovery. These enrichment days invite students to explore science, social studies, art, and nature through engaging, meaningful experiences.

Students participate in themed projects, experiments, and discussions that connect learning to the world around them. Lessons are interactive and exploratory, designed to spark curiosity and build confidence.

Fridays also include art and craft experiences, using a variety of materials inspired by nature, seasonal themes, cultural studies, or weekly learning focuses. These sessions encourage creative expression, strengthen fine-motor skills, and allow students to bring ideas to life through hands-on making.

In addition, students engage in nature enrichment, spending time in the meadow and forest spaces, observing seasonal changes, building with natural materials, and learning through outdoor play and discovery.

Explorer Fridays are a vibrant blend of science, social studies, art, and nature-based learning—a day where curiosity leads, creativity flourishes, and the world becomes the classroom.

What a typical day looks like:

8:30-8:45 am - Drop Off
8:45am - Whole Group
Morning: Activities and Learning
11:30-12:30 pm - Lunch / Playtime
Afternoon: Unit Study Activities
2:45-3:00 pm - Pick up time

Cohorts

Earth Group (Ages 5–8)
A purposeful, play-based environment where children explore themselves and the world around them while building foundational skills, with an emphasis on early reading development.

Wind Group (Ages 9–11)
Students deepen core academic skills and begin transitioning from learning to read to reading to learn, making meaningful connections to everyday life.

Water Group (Ages 10–12)
As students grow in independence, Discovery Days focus on instruction, discussion, and skill-building, with optional reading or assignments completed at home based on family preference.

The Fire Group (Teen Program)

The Fire Group is a teen learning and connection group centered around project-based learning, leadership, and real-world skills. Teens engage in hands-on, interest-led projects that encourage creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.

Families will have the option to meet with the lead educator prior to the school year starting to discuss educational goals. If you have any questions or would like more information, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Class Size

To keep our learning center a manageable size so the children and educators can thrive and be successful, we will be limit total enrollment to 18-20 children per day.

We will have one adult educator to about 5 kids ratio.

Schedule

Our program runs September through June and we have full and part-time options.

There is the option to enroll your child 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week.

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Holistic Learning

If we believe that the purpose of education is to support one in creating a good life, a life that is well-rounded, rich, fulfilling, meaningful, and successful on your own terms, then what skills and subjects are important to learn? Here is a partial and evolving list we have created:

Mathematics
English, reading, writing, languages
Sciences including physics and biology based on light, frequency, resonance, consciousness, medicine, science of water
History, civics and law (including common law and natural law)
Music, arts and crafts, playful and creative expression
Movement, yoga, breath-work
Healthy lifestyle, cooking, self-care
Nature connection
Gardening, growing food, permaculture
Basic survival skills, wilderness first aid
Finances, business, entrepreneurship
Project management, time management
Intuition, sacred geometry, indigenous wisdom, mind mastery, resilience, consciousness, meditation

Tuition

5 days per week: $820/month
4 days per week: $660/month
3 days per week: $495/month
2 days per week: $380/month
1 day per week: $220/month

Fees & Payment

There is an annual supply fee of $150 per student. There may also be additional costs associated with special field trips.

Tuition is calculated per day the Learning Center is open and then evenly spread out into 10 monthly payments (August through May)

The Application Process

Inquiry: Fill out our enrollment inquiry form below to begin the process. We will get back to you.
Set up a tour and time to meet After receiving your inquiry form, we'll contact you and find a time to set up a tour where we can meet and discuss the learning center and the goals for your child.
Application: Submit an enrollment form. An application must be filled out each year.
Decision and Enrollment: Following the tour our learning center admin will be in touch for any additional questions and let you know if there is acceptance.
Contract: A non-refundable enrollment deposit of $150 secures your child’s spot in the class and goes towards supply fees.

Meet our team!

Darci

Lead Educator

Darci is mother of two kids and has worked in a variety of education positions in the past making full use of her AA in Early Childhood Education and BA in Education from WWU. She has worked as Lead teacher, assistant, substitute, student monitor, para educator and nanny. She is passionate about the endless learning opportunities that life provides as well as building connections with others and bringing the best out of the people she is around. She also loves exploring the Pacific Northwest as well as traveling the incredible world. She has a love for educating kids! She is friendly and warm, always checking in with people and working to create a safe and caring environment.

Administration

Admins to the Learning Center and co-owners of Rising Moon Meadows, Alivia and Becky are moms and friends that are passionate about creating spaces for kids and adults to connect, learn and be their authentic selves.

Alivia

Alivia grew up on Orcas Island and was homeschooled all the way through high school, taking only a few classes from public school, and now is a mom of two kids. She grew up playing in the woods, being part of a homeschool community and learning how to live life to the fullest. She has a worked as a massage therapy and has a bachelors degree in Nursing. She is passionate about health, healing, and cultivating connections.

Becky

Becky grew up in Bellingham and spent her time riding horses and playing soccer, and now has a masters degree in Urban Planning. As a working mom, the learning center provides community and support to educate her son. She is passionate about giving kids opportunities to flourish & connect to become their authenticate selves.