Children learning outdoors at Foothill Frolic Farm
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Open Enrollment · Fall 2026

Seasonal Learning Expeditions

Big adventures. Meaningful work. Real learning.

Imagine your child spending the day building something that matters, solving real problems alongside new friends, exploring forests and fields, cooking over an open fire, creating maps, designing projects, asking thoughtful questions, and discovering just how capable they truly are. That's the heart of our Learning Expeditions.

Sign up for one — or experience the full journey

What Makes Our Learning Expeditions Different?

Our Expeditions are designed around authentic challenges — not worksheets or simulations.

  • Exploring the outdoors with purpose
  • Designing and building real projects
  • Collaborating with peers of different ages
  • Asking thoughtful questions and investigating possible solutions
  • Practicing practical life skills
  • Reflecting on their learning through journals, conversations, and documentation
  • Contributing to something larger than themselves

Every Expedition nurtures our Four Roots of Learning — Curiosity & Understanding, Capability & Contribution, Community & Connection, and Character & Purpose — while naturally integrating academic standards through meaningful experiences.

Ages 9–13 · Open to all families
Sign up for one, two, or all three
Farm · Forest · Workshop · Community

Fall 2026 Learning Expeditions

Three expeditions. One narrative arc. A season of real learning.

Wednesdays & Thursdays8:30am–3:30pm
First students learn to care for themselves and the land, then they create something lasting with their hands, and finally they gather around what they've built to prepare and share food. That sequence beautifully reflects the values of Foothill Frolic Farm & Forest School.
The Orientation Expedition illustration

Program Dates

September 16, 17, 23, 24

4 days

Tuition

$190

Table to Farm Expedition illustration

Program Dates

October 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22

6 days

Tuition

$285

Outdoor Kitchen Expedition illustration

Program Dates

November 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19

6 days

Tuition

$285

A Full Year of Expeditions

Learning Expeditions are planned for the entire school year — Fall, Winter, and Spring. We have programming in place for all three sessions!

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Coming Soon

Winter Expeditions

Winter expedition themes will be announced as we get to know our students — their interests, curiosities, and the things that are most meaningful to them. The land and season will shape the work too.

Themes to be announced

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Coming Soon

Spring Expeditions

Spring expedition themes will be shaped by what we discover together — the questions students are asking, the projects they want to pursue, and what the farm and forest have to offer in the growing season.

Themes to be announced

View the Full School Year Calendar

See all three sessions and planned programming dates for the 2026–2027 school year.

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Learning That Lasts

Every Expedition is intentionally designed to inspire curiosity, build confidence, and cultivate practical skills that extend far beyond the classroom. Students leave with meaningful experiences, lasting friendships, and the growing belief that they are capable of making a positive difference in the world.

Join us for one Expedition — or experience the full journey as the seasons unfold.

Ready to Sign Up for an Expedition?

Spaces are limited for each Expedition. Let us know which one(s) interest your family and we'll follow up with enrollment details.