📖 Homeschool Resources
Homeschool co-ops, resources, and support groups
🌲 Foothills Forest School
📍 4901 Montvale Rd, Maryville, TN 37803
💰 $175-$950/month depending on program
👶 Ages: 3-12
- Nature-based education
- Forest school model
- Certified teachers
- Homeschool enrichment
- Outdoor learning
Foothills Forest School is a nature-based education program right here in Maryville, TN. They offer a true forest school model where kids learn through hands-on outdoor experiences, play, and curiosity-led discovery. Programs for ages 3–12: Forest Preschool (ages 3–5): Two half-day sessions per...
📚 Cornerstone Cooperative
📍 Maryville, TN
🕐 Contact for meeting days and times
💰 Membership fee required (contact for details)
👶 Ages: K-12, plus nursery/preschool options
- Christian values
- Parent-led
- K-12 classes
- Field trips
- Monday meetings
Cornerstone Cooperative is a family-oriented, Christian homeschool co-op in the greater Knoxville area that serves families from Maryville, Seymour, and beyond. They meet for classes on Mondays in Seymour, and some families drive up to an hour to be together. Cornerstone offers academic and...
♟️ Blount County Public Library Chess Club
📍 508 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 Free
👶 Ages: All ages
The Blount County Public Library hosts two Chess Club sessions every week - perfect for homeschoolers and families looking to build strategic thinking skills in a fun, social setting. When: Saturdays 12:00–2:00 PM and Wednesdays 5:30–7:30 PM Who: All ages and skill levels welcome - whether your kid...
🐉 Blount County Public Library Dungeons & Dragons Club
📍 508 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 Free
👶 Ages: All ages (groups for different experience levels)
The Blount County Public Library runs a weekly Dungeons & Dragons club that's perfect for homeschoolers and kids who love creative storytelling, strategic thinking, and making new friends. When: Tuesdays 5:30–8:00 PM Who: Weekly campaigns designed for various age groups and experience levels....
🎌 Blount County Public Library Teen Anime Club
📍 508 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 Free
👶 Ages: 13–17
For teens ages 13–17 who love anime and manga, the Blount County Public Library hosts a monthly club where they can discuss their favorite series, make new friends, and explore Japanese culture in a relaxed, kid-friendly environment. When: First three Thursdays of each month at 4:00 PM Who: Ages...
🏫 Axis Academy Homeschool Umbrella
📍 PO Box 1054, Maynardville, TN 37807
Axis Academy is a church-related umbrella school serving homeschooled families in Blount County and the Maynardville area. They provide legal enrollment options for K-12 homeschoolers who want the structure and support of an accredited school without the full-time campus commitment. What they...
Blount County Parks & Recreation Homeschool Programs
📍 2700 Parkview Lane, Maryville, TN 37801
Blount County Parks & Recreation offers homeschool programs and resources throughout the county. Programs include field trips, educational activities, and after-school programming for homeschool families. Note: There is no dedicated homeschool programs page on the main site; programs are listed...
🤝 Cedar Springs Homeschool Group
📍 Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church, Knoxville, TN
🕐 Monthly meetings and activities (check Facebook for schedule)
💰 Free to attend
👶 Ages: K-12
Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church hosts a welcoming homeschool support group that's open to families from across the region, including Maryville. This isn't a formal co-op with classes - it's more of a community where homeschool families can connect, share resources, and support each other. What...
📚 Raising Arrows Homeschool Fellowship
📍 PO Box 4523, Maryville, TN 37802
🕐 Seymour/Maryville location: Wednesdays 9:30am - 3:30pm (Sept-May)
💰 $50/semester per family (Seymour/Maryville); $35 registration fee once
👶 Ages: All ages (infant through high school); must have at least one child in 1st grade or higher
This is a genuine Christian homeschool co-op that serves the Maryville/Seymour area with a strong emphasis on community and shared responsibility. The co-op structure means every family participates - you're not just signing up your kids; you're becoming part of the community. What makes them...
🔤 Vowel Digraph Power: Unlocking Long Vowel Secrets
Vowel Digraph Power: Unlocking Long Vowel Secrets Even in grades 4-5, vowel digraphs trip students up when they read complex words. Understanding patterns like "eigh" vs. "igh" or "ie" vs. "ee" builds decoding speed and reading confidence—especially for words they'll encounter in textbooks and...
📚 Blount Home Education Association (BHEA)
📍 Blount County, TN - Meets at various locations
🕐 Two 12-week semesters per year (fall and spring); monthly family meetings
💰 $50 annual membership; enrichment sessions vary by class
👶 Ages: PreK through high school
- Oldest homeschool co-op in Blount County (since 1987)
- 12-week enrichment sessions led by parent volunteers
- High school programs including dances, honor societies, and dual enrollment
- Special events: science fair, spelling bee, 8th grade celebration, graduation
- Field trips to museums, farms, and nature centers
If you're homeschooling in Blount County and wondering where to find your people, BHEA is the original go-to. They've been around since 1987 . that's nearly 40 years of building community, which tells you something. This isn't just about classes, though they offer plenty of those. I've been to...
⛪ Alcoa Maryville Church of God Homeschool Ministry
📍 2615 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804
🕐 Tuesdays and Thursdays (schedule varies by grade)
💰 $40 per family per year (registration fee, paid in person)
👶 Ages: K-8th grade
- Faith-based curriculum options
- Community of local homeschooling families
- K-8th grade programs
- Affordable annual fee
- Church facility meetings
A Faith-Based Homeschool Community in Maryville If you're looking for a faith-based homeschool co-op right here in Maryville, the Alcoa Maryville Church of God Homeschool Ministry is a wonderful option for families with K-8th graders. 🏫 What They Offer This ministry provides a supportive community...
🎨 Bezalel Fine Arts Co-op
📍 Beech Grove Baptist Church, Maryville, TN
🕐 Tuesdays (academic year)
💰 Contact for tuition
👶 Ages: K-12th grade
- Fine arts focus
- Creative curriculum
- Community of families
Looking for a homeschool program that puts art and creativity at the center? Bezalel Fine Arts Co-op is exactly that. a community of homeschool families coming together for fine arts-focused learning. I discovered them through the Lenoir City Welcome homeschool resources, and they're meeting at...
📚 Classical Conversations Maryville
📍 Maryville, TN
🕐 Varies by community (check website)
💰 Contact for tuition
👶 Ages: K-12th grade
- Classical education approach
- Weekly learning cycles
- Community of families
- Memory work and recitation
If you're interested in classical education for your homeschool, Classical Conversations (CC) is one of the most established programs in the country. They have a Maryville community that meets locally. What is Classical Conversations? It's a structured, classical approach to homeschooling that...
⛪ Alcoa-Maryville Church of God Homeschool Co-op
📍 Alcoa-Maryville Church of God, Maryville, TN
🕐 Tuesdays and Thursdays (contact for times)
💰 Contact for details
👶 Ages: K-8th Grade
- Christian education
- Multi-age classes
- Structured learning environment
- Church facility
A solid K-8 co-op for families seeking structured Christian education If you're looking for a straightforward, well-established homeschool co-op for your elementary and middle school kiddos, the Alcoa-Maryville Church of God Homeschool Co-op is a solid option. They serve grades K-8 and meet on...
🏫 Maryville Christian School Homeschool & ISP
📍 1001 S Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37804
👶 Ages: K-8 homeschool umbrella; 9-12 Independent Study Program (ISP)
- Christ-centered homeschool umbrella for grades K-8
- Independent Study Program for grades 9-12
- Record keeping support
- Standardized testing support
- Curriculum guidance
If you want homeschool support without piecing everything together on your own, Maryville Christian School is one of the clearest Maryville-area options I found. Their homeschool program is split into two tracks: Homeschool umbrella for grades K-8 Independent Study Program (ISP) for grades...
📋 Tennessee Homeschoolers Association
📍 3712 Hollybrook Road, Maryville, TN 37803
The statewide organization with a local Blount County chapter. Offers legal guidance, educational resources, community events, and advocacy for homeschooling families. A great resource for understanding Tennessee's homeschool requirements and staying compliant.
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