all about our pod

Spruce Learning Exploration Pod prioritizes child-led curiosity, connection, and care in all learning endeavors! Join a community of warmth that encourages growth for all, connection to each other & nature, and engagement with our world. We treasure each community member for their unique gifts and identity. Come as you are! Learn more about our community through our PILLARS and APPROACH to learning.

9-week Seasons | Autumn, Winter, Spring, & Summer

2025

AUTUMN: October 14-December 18, 2025 [off Nov. 25-27] Register HERE

2026

WINTER: January 14-March 12, 2026

SPRING: April 1-May 28, 2026

Our pod does take periodic breaks! Check our calendar to stay aware of upcoming events and season schedules.

Led by curiosity, connection, & care

Flexibility to register for the whole 9-week season or individual sessions

Learners will build skills & confidence in a safe, warm environment

Maximum pod size of ten (10) with up to 2 Leaders.

Comfortable and welcoming indoor setting with a Library, TinkerLab, Building Space, Kitchen, and Meeting Area

Lots of creatures call Spruce home! Hands on connection with animals build empathy and regulation in Learners

Outdoor setting that nurtures connection to the earth & builds empathy

Takes place in all weather! Indoor and outdoor options

Current pod openings for ages 5-12. Contact Amanda if you have interested older Learners!

Learn more about our daily rhythm below

Spruce Learning Exploration Pod sessions aim to meet Learners where they are through interpersonal connection, guidance, and just the right amount of challenge. They’ll build academic skills including math, literacy, writing, science, history, and art through engaging activities, group experiences, and facilitated learning opportunities. Learners will also build & practice social and emotional skills as they navigate the program day with others in their pod. Friendships will form, conflict resolution skills will be flexed, and independence will grow as Learners collaborate, problem solve, and play in each session.

We’ll also take time to build awareness of mind, body, & emotion through intentional experiences like affirmations, meditation, farm time, and movement in nature.

Sessions are designed & facilitated by our founder, Amanda, to engage the whole child, build valuable knowledge and skills, and meet and exceed GA State Standards across content areas. Learn more about Amanda here.

Season Details

• Each session is capped at ten (10) Learners for maximum individualized attention & connection.

• Learners registered for the whole season will receive a portfolio of work at the end of the season. These can be used for homeschool records and assessment.

• Sessions take place on Tuesdays-Thursdays from 9:30am-3:30pm. Half days are also available, 9:30am-12:30pm

• Two snacks are included per session, please indicate any food allergies upon registration.

• Scroll down to see the full rhythm of our day.

• Location: Spruce House, 5247 Hog Mountain Rd, Flowery Branch, GA