Admissions
Where childhood moves at the speed of nature. Explore our enrollment process
Admissions for the 2026-2027 Academic Cycle are now exceptionally limited. Due to our committed classroom architecture and multi-age grove structure, we currently have only two dynamic spots remaining. We invite families aligned with our forest pedagogy to submit an inquiry through our Contact Portal. One of our School Founders will connect with you to discuss immediate placements and your family’s educational journey.
Welcome to the starting point of your child’s educational journey at Bluebird Wild School.
Our Admissions Process is a thoughtful conversation designed to align families who seek a rigorous, immersive forest education with our unique pedagogical approach. Below, you will find the distinct structural elements of our mixed-age groves, academic rhythms, and physical stewardship in the Nooga woodlands.
Ages
The multi-age kids in our grove range from 5-11 years
Dates
Mondays through Fridays
Aug 12 - Dec 18 and Jan 6 - May 28
Time
9:00am - 3:00pm EST
Location
900 N Sanctuary Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Tuition
Our tuition structure is designed to reflect our commitment to specialized forest pedagogy while honoring family autonomy. We offer Annual, Bi-Annual (Semester), and 10-Month installment payment structures for each enrollment tier to streamline your financial planning for the upcoming academic cycle.
Annually $9,000.00
Semester $4,500.00
3 Day Annually $5,400.00
For families combining BlueBird with homeschool.
2 Day Annually $3,600.00
Choose any two days. For families dipping in alongside another educational rhythm.
Academic Calendar
Our school year runs from early August through late May, with seasonal breaks for fall, winter, and spring. Term dates, holidays, and special events live in the downloadable calendar below.
Drop-off & Pick-up
Drop-off is at 8:00 AM at the Audubon Acres entry trail; pick-up is at 3:00 PM at the same location. The community leader and trail leader walk children to and from the camp site. Late pick-up grace period is 15 minutes — beyond that, please call ahead.
Community Stewardship & Our Wild Wishlist
While tuition covers our core specialized curriculum, academic journals, and operational architecture, we believe in the power of collective stewardship. Our close-knit nature means parents are often our greatest co-creators (we still remember the legendary McKay’s book hunt!). If you feel called to contribute beyond the classroom basics, this curated Amazon Wishlist details specific resources—from specialized field guides to unique naturalist tools—that will directly enrich our mixed-age groves. Every contribution is a shared decision in our unified educational journey.
2025 Spring Chicken Hatching Experiment❊ Testimonials
Loved by Kiddos, Trusted by Parents.
Don’t take our word for it, here are some experience from our current families.
As a new parent, I admit I was apprehensive about having my 5-year-old immerse in a multi-aged grove. Our orientation meeting, however, provided an immediate masterclass in forest pedagogy. Before my eyes, the older girls effortlessly integrated my child into their cooperative learning. It wasn't just play; they were explaining multiplication with tangible, natural objects. While the complex math concepts surely didn't fully register, the curiosity and profound sense of belonging certainly did. It was a beautiful testament to the collaborative architecture of this small school community.
— Maria M., Parent