Operations

TIDALkids meets one morning a week from 9:00am-12pm in Ellington, Connecticut.

We have a fall, winter, and spring semester with scheduled classes, field trips and parties throughout the year.

TIDALkids may accept new families who are recommended by a family currently attending the co-op. The co-op asks that it be done with the consideration of the vision, values and overall nature of the co-op.

Financial Commitment

Becoming a member of TIDALkids involves a monetary commitment of $150 per child and allows for the organization to provide supplies and activities for each member. Membership fees are non-refundable.

Membership to TIDALkids is renewed annually and covers the Fall, Winter, and Spring semesters.

Parent Expectations

We require families to make attending each week a priority. Becoming a member of TIDALkids means you are taking on the commitment to not only provide support to your child, but to the organization as well.

One parent/caretaker must accompany their enrolled child/children each week and be prepared to fully participate in their assigned task(s) for a given session. You are responsible for your children while they attend TIDALkids classes, field trips or activities.

Student Expectations

Fully participate with excellence in each class and activity, even if the class or activity is not particularly interesting to you.

Speak to one another with kindness and consideration.

Listen attentively when a teacher or another student is speaking.

Strive to act in a loving manner towards others, greeting others kindly, and making every effort to include one another.

What is TIDALkids?

TIDALkids is a co-op style organization that is dedicated to providing educational and enrichment programs to students and supporting homeschooling families.

TIDALkids is not a playgroup. Being a member of the group requires dedicated and active participation from families.

Can I drop my child off?

No. TIDALkids is a co-op style organization, which means that parents/caretakers are required to be present and active during the weekly classes.

Our motto is The Rising Tide Lifts All Boats - when each parent/caretaker engages and supports the students, everyone benefits!

Can Anyone Join?

It is required that new families will sign a statement of agreement to our policies and guidelines before attending co-op. New families will be accepted into co-op based on available openings in the different age groups.

TIDALkids was created for homeschooling families. We give enrollment priority to families that have intentions to homeschool their children.

What makes TIDALkids special?

TIDALkids is an organization committed to creating a positive learning environment for children as well as a community and environment for families. It is comprised Our organization is here to support and encourage families during their homeschooling journey!