Seedling Enrichment Program

Seedlings is a weekly drop-off program for children ages
5 to 8, led by Amy Rupp. It focuses on hands-on learning, nature connection, and social-emotional development.

I follow a rhythm that supports a child’s natural desire to explore, learn, play, and build continues relationships with the same group of peers.

Drop-off Rhythm

Our days are gently balanced between indoor and outdoor experiences.

About half of our time is spent indoors, where children play games, dive into imaginative worlds, create through hands-on crafting, and take part in seasonal activities that reflect the rhythms of the year.

Outdoor time is devoted to exploring and playing in our beloved 22-acre nature space near my home. Here, children move freely, observe the living world around them, and build a deep, embodied connection to place through unstructured play and guided exploration.

A core vision of Amy’s work is to build meaningful relationships across generations. Seedlings children visit Maple Springs Retirement Center throughout the month, spending time with residents through shared activities like stories, art, music, and simple conversations.

We also regularly connect with neighbors in our community, including elders we greet and visit with in the park during our outdoor learning days.

Amy invites community members to share something they love, whether it’s a story, a skill, a craft, a lifelong interest, or a simple moment of presence.

These visits and shared experiences create gentle mentorship opportunities, where children learn through listening, observing, and participating alongside older adults.

This approach honors elders as valuable teachers and keeps their wisdom present in everyday life, while helping children feel seen, respected, and connected to the wider community.

Spring Session

Ages 5–8
Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
$45 per session

I am on the ASD vendor list and work with homeschooling programs to help parents receive reimbursement.

Monday Session
(New Addition for Spring)

Starts: Monday, March 4
Ends: Monday, May 18
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
11 sessions - $495 total

We’re excited to add Mondays to our Spring session! Please fill out the form below and I will get back to you with information.

Wednesday Session

Ongoing through May 20
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
One spot available
Prorated at $45 per session

Our Wednesday group is currently accepting one new student.

Optional Math Club

Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 2:30 – 3:45 p.m.
Group Rate: $30 per person

This optional add-on blends Montessori, Waldorf, and time-tested math activities to support children’s confidence and number sense. Math Club is available as part of Seedlings, or as a standalone option.

Online Community

The Nature Song WhatsApp Community is a vibrant space where caregivers come together to coordinate meetups, share resources, and connect throughout the week. Currently home to 30 members, this community is growing, with new threads popping up regularly to support Nature Song’s mission of building a thoughtful, intentional network of support for families and individuals in Anchorage. Members can find threads for gift exchanges, Saturday meetups, biking pods, local resources, and Anchorage events, creating an ever-evolving hub for collaboration and support among like-minded families.

Admissions Process

Inquiry: Complete the online inquiry form at the bottom of this page. Upon submission, Amy will reach out to schedule a phone call to discuss Seedlings mission and learn more about your homeschooling needs.

Application: If this program aligns with your family’s needs, an Admissions Application will be sent through email.

We accept new students throughout the year.

Interest List