Instructional Approach and Philosophy

Following the heart of Charlotte Mason, we believe in the value of a flexible and comprehensive education emphasizing moral values, the innate need for children to play and be in nature, and the family’s central role in learning. We view each child as a unique individual with his or her own needs, capabilities, and way of learning. Hands-on learning and opportunities for independent exploration in a supportive environment (both indoors and outdoors) filled with routine are foundational elements for our students to achieve to the best of their abilities.

Language Arts

Language Arts instruction in-class includes literature and elements of reading, writing, and listening comprehension. Parents teach language arts, phonemic awareness & phonics, spelling, grammar, handwriting, and elements of vocabulary during at-home days.

Math

Individual math instruction occurs during at-home days. Math at the schoolhouse emphasizes a multi-sensory approach using hands-on activities, and exploration integrated into projects and activities.

History and Geograpy

Utilizing Bible-based curriculum and taught in rotation, the focus is on history and geography with principles of freedom and basic government.

Physical Education/ Health and Safety

Physical Education includes unstructured play supervised by the teacher. Health and Safety, First Aid, and Fire Prevention are integrated and practiced according to requirements.

Science and Nature Study

Science covers elements of physical science, chemistry, engineering, biology, earth science, space science, including hands-on activities relating to each area of study. Nature study focuses on homestead science curriculum includes gardening skills, regenerative agriculture, and animal care.

Arts, Music, and ASL

Fine Arts, Handcrafts and Music Appreciation are integral part of our weekly schedule. ASL (Americal Sign Language) is taught daily to all students and incorporated into all aspects of Juneberry Hill Schoolhouse.

Growing faith, friendships, and a love for learning

Curricula

We use a variety of Biblically-based curricula, quality books, hands-on materials, and various resources to best meet the needs of the students, facilitate cooperative learning, and further interest-based projects. 

Master Books, The Good and the Beautiful, Apologia, Answers in Genesis, Homestead Science Curriculum, and Sonlight are a few of the curricula elements integrated into our units of study.