Your Creekside story has a next chapter
Extending the nature school experience into the homeschool years
Consistent friendships and play in a trusted outdoor setting for homeschool families
More than a playdate
A place to be known.
A community to grow with.
Homeschooling doesn’t have to mean searching for social opportunities every week.
When children gather with the same group week after week, casual encounters become lasting friendships. They develop confidence, practice navigating relationships, and become part of a place where they are known, valued, and excited to return.
Next Chapter welcomes Creekside alumni back to a place they love—and invites new families to begin their own Creekside story.
What makes us unique
Community for children. A break for parents.
Younger siblings are welcome
Not-yet-school-aged siblings are invited to attend. Children must be toilet trained, able to communicate their needs, and able to follow directions.
A true drop-off program
Parents can leave with confidence. There is no expectation to stay. They can use the time to work, run errands, or recharge.
Outside by design
Most of the day is spent outdoors, giving children room to move, explore, create, take healthy risks, and follow their curiosity.
What Next Chapter makes possible
Connection, already built into the week.
Consistent Community
Your children become part of a dependable group they can count on.
Meaningful Friendships
Repeated time together gives children the space to move beyond introductions and build relationships that last.
Nature-Fueled Growth
Outdoor play invites curiosity, movement, creativity, resilience, and the kind of learning that happens with the whole child.
Less Planning, More Presence
Easily add social connection to your homeschool rhythm, giving parents dependable time to work or rest without the stress of planning playdates.
Meet your guide
Katherine Cross
A trusted educator for your family’s next chapter.
Kat is a licensed pre-K through third-grade educator specializing in early childhood development. She has taught in Crossville, Knoxville, and Bangkok, Thailand. A homeschool mom herself, Kat understands how consistent relationships, outdoor play, and supportive guidance help children thrive.
At Creekside, she’ll lead a welcoming Friday community where children can play, learn, explore, and grow together.
Your next chapter starts simply
Three steps to a Friday your whole family can look forward to.
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Register your interest
Tell Creekside you’d like to learn more and reserve space for your family.
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Drop off at Creekside
Your homeschool children and their siblings join the same welcoming group on the last three Fridays each month.
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Let connection grow
Children build friendships and confidence while parents enjoy reliable time back in their week.
There’s a place for your family here
Give your children a community they’ll be excited to return to.
Consistent Fridays. Authentic play. Friendships that have time to grow.
Register Your Interest