Fern Gully Forest School

Ancient Futures Place-Based Education is a private outdoor preschool in Olympia, Washington, providing play-based, nature-based education for children ages 3-5. The school emphasizes outdoor education, place-based learning, and social-emotional development through immersive experiences in local forests, beaches, and wetlands. Ancient Futures offers inclusive programming with small group ratios, art and nature integration, and holistic wellness approaches. The school provides family partnerships, experiential learning, and community involvement through wildcrafting, music, storytelling, and environmental education. As a forest preschool, Ancient Futures serves as an inclusive outdoor education option supporting diverse learners through nature-based methodologies and family-centered approaches instead of specialized therapeutic programming.

Olympia Regional Learning Academy (ORLA) is a public alternative K-12 school in the Olympia School District offering multiple flexible programs including Montessori, Homeschool Connect, Online, and alternative mini-school tracks. The school provides inclusive education with district special education services, personalized learning plans, and low student-teacher ratios. ORLA emphasizes collaborative teaching strategies, family partnerships, and alternative educational approaches for diverse learners. The school offers comprehensive programming through public/private partnerships and district-provided special education support including IEP and 504 services. As a public alternative school, ORLA provides flexible and progressive programming with district special education and inclusion support instead of specialized therapeutic programming. The school serves as a public alternative option supporting diverse learners through innovative methodologies and family-centered approaches.

Heritage Christian Academy, located in Bothell, Washington, has been a beacon of Christ-centered education since 1979, dedicated to nurturing the unique potential of each child. Serving students from preschool through high school, the academy focuses on those with diverse learning needs, including language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional learners. The school emphasizes a family-driven approach that fosters strong relationships among teachers, staff, students, and parents, creating an environment where every child feels known and valued. Key programs such as the Learning Success Center provide tailored support to enhance academic and social skills, while the STEAM-powered curriculum in middle school encourages creativity and critical thinking. With a commitment to low student-teacher ratios and high-quality extended care for children aged 30 months to 12 years, Heritage Christian Academy stands out for its holistic development of students in both spiritual and academic realms. This unique blend of community involvement and specialized educational resources makes Heritage not just a school but a supportive family where children are equipped to pursue their individual paths with confidence.