A new Friday rhythm for homeschooling families
Your Creekside story has a next chapter.
Consistent nature play gives homeschool children and their siblings a reliable community where friendships, resilience, and curiosity keep growing.
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.
Extending the Nature School Experience into the Homeschool Years.
What Fridays make possible
Connection, already built into the week.
Consistent Community
No more wondering who you’ll meet up with. Your family becomes part of a dependable group you 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
Social connection is already part of your rhythm, giving parents dependable time to work, plan, rest, or care for what matters.
Meet your guide
Katherine Cross
A trusted educator for your family’s next chapter.
Katherine is a licensed pre-K through third-grade educator specializing in early childhood development. She has taught in Crossville, Knoxville, and Bangkok, Thailand, and 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