The Hedgerows
A Learning Ecosystem
The mission of The Hedgerows is to create a learning community founded in respect for young people and in trust in each individual’s natural abilities to learn. We cultivate each youth’s capacity for critical and creative thinking through a strong academic foundation, hands-on learning, and interdisciplinary projects. We are consciously committed to seeing the unique strengths in every child and to helping each young person achieve their full potential. We are a learning community where everyone develops his/her/their whole self through directing his/her/their learning in relationship with others.
The Hedgerows is a cooperative learning environment for children ages 5 to 18 who are being homeschooled. At The Hedgerows, we believe that community is just as important as academics. By engaging with community outside as well as inside of the home base, a love of learning is fostered.
“A future where children are known, loved, and supported to pursue their interests to thrive in life.”
Learning happens everywhere — at recreation centers, parks, public libraries, museums, office buildings, colleges, community gardens, theaters, churches, homes, and in backyards. But, today’s education system assumes meaningful learning only happens at a place called “school.”
Imagining what could be is the first step to realizing this new future. Delve into a world where learning truly lives everywhere and the community is the playground for learning.
What do you now see as possible for your own community?