FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT ANCHORED
What does Anchored Homeschool Academy co-op offer?
What are the requirements for admission?
How much does it cost to participate in the co-op?
When and where does Anchored Co-op meet?
What are the expectations for parents?
What about teachers, curriculum and homework?
How can I contact someone at Anchored Co-op?
What does Anchored Homeschool Academy co-op offer?
Community & Connection
We believe that meaningful community is at the heart of a thriving co-op. Our desire is not only for students to learn together, but for friendships—both among children and parents—to be intentionally cultivated. To support this, we host a variety of outings, field trips, and fellowship opportunities throughout the year beyond our regular co-op day. These may include trips to the zoo or local museums, park playdates, nature hikes, and other shared experiences that encourage connection, joy, and friendship. Through learning side by side and spending time together in different settings, we seek to build a strong, supportive community that grows together throughout the year.
What are the requirements for admission?
To be considered for admission, families must agree with our mission, vision, and Statement of Faith. All families must be in alignment with the core beliefs and values of our co-op, and must have at least one child who is 3 years old or older. The admission process begins when you fill out the registration form and submit the $200 non-refundable registration fee. Once your registration form is received with payment, our Leadership Team will process your registration and contact you to schedule an in-person family interview. Please note that acceptance to our program is contingent upon ensuring a mutual fit with our co-op community and a clean background check for each adult volunteer.
How much does it cost to participate in the co-op?
Registration Fee
Every family is required to pay a non-refundable $200 registration fee. The fee helps cover building costs, supplies, system setup, enrollment, and insurance, among other expenses. Returning families: the registration fee is reduced to $100 if registered by April 30, 2026.
Daycare
Daycare will be offered for children two years old and under from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.*
The yearly cost for daycare will be $250. Parents of students who turn three during the year and wish to have their child transition into preschool must contact the Leadership Team and pay a pro-rated tuition for the class.
Student Tuition
For 2026-2027, tuition is $750 per student ages 3 and up for the core (morning) program.*
Tuition for the afternoon classes may vary by subject and required supplies. For the fall, the Christmas play is $75 per student, which includes student costumes.
Tuition is expected to be paid in full no later than August 1, 2026. If you prefer to pay in installments rather than a lump sum, please reach out to set up a monthly payment schedule.
Refunds: Withdrawals made before September 1st are eligible for a tuition refund minus a $100 cancellation fee. Withdrawals on or after September 1st are non-refundable, and 100% of tuition remains due, regardless of attendance. This policy does not change in the case of involuntary removal from the program (such as for severe behavior or safety violations).
Payment Plans
We understand that for large families, it may be challenging to pay the full tuition by August 1st. Please email us, and we will be happy to sit down with you and work with your family individually on a personalized plan.
Supplies & Curriculum to Purchase
Tuition will cover most supplies. Your family may need to purchase a small number of textbooks and standard school supplies.
When and where does Anchored Co-op meet?
Anchored Co-op meets at Lake Bible Church in Lake Oswego, OR, on most Tuesdays from mid-September through May.
Co-op Regular Schedule (2026-2027)
- Tuesdays, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (all ages) & 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm (1st grade and up*).
- First Day: September 15, 2026
- Last Day: Tuesday, May 25, 2027
Breaks:
- Fall Break: October 20, 2026
- Thanksgiving: November 24, 2026
- Christmas: December 15, 22 & 29, 2026
- Winter Break: February 9, 2027
- Spring Break: March 23 & 30, 2027
Extra activities
We also plan various activities throughout the year, such as field trips, Mom's Nights, and fundraisers.
What are the expectations for parents?
At least one parent or guardian from every family is required to serve during co-op hours in a classroom or support role. When you register, you will be asked to select your top 3 preferences for a volunteer role. Options include classroom aide, cleaning crew, office support, and more. You may also request to volunteer in the same class as your student. Lead teachers are also needed, although we generally ask that you participate in the co-op for at least one year before taking on any type of leadership role.
What about teachers, curriculum and homework?
Teachers
Since Anchored Homeschool Academy is entirely volunteer-run, every teacher is a parent (or grandparent) from a current co-op family.
Curriculum Overview
We intend to offer a full day of classes from 9:00 am to 2:15 pm. Subjects include science, physical education, Bible, worldview, theology, geography, history, and writing. Because our purpose as a co-op is to supplement and enrich what you're teaching at home, you are encouraged but not required to follow the same curriculum that we use at co-op for these subjects. We do not teach math or language arts; please use whatever curriculum works best for you and your students.
In the afternoon, for 1st grade to high school we intend to offer fun extracurricular activities such as a Christmas Play, Book Club, art, and STEM classes. For kindergarten and under, our programming concludes at noon.*
All curriculum will be selected by the curriculum committee and may vary from year to year.
Homework
At Anchored Co-op, we strive to strike a balance between providing a space to build lasting relationships and offering a structured, meaningful educational experience. Homework will progressively increase as students rise in age. Preschool and Kindergarten will have little to no homework. Students in 1st-3rd grade may have reading assignments to complete at home. Students in 4th grade and above will have reading/writing homework and may be assigned projects to complete throughout the year.
Completing homework between co-op days helps students come to class prepared so we can make the most of our time together. When reading and occasional projects are completed at home, class time can be used for discussion, hands-on learning, and working on bigger, long-term projects. If these assignments are not completed, students may fall behind, and the teacher will follow up with the student and parent to address the issue and help get them back on track.
How can I contact someone at Anchored Co-op?
New families
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Communicating Absences or other questions
Please email us at [email protected] to notify us of absences or if you have any additional questions. Currently attending families can also visit the office during regular co-op hours.