welcome to

Acorn Acres

come explore with us!

I offer outdoor play classes to children ages 18 months to 6 years and their grownups in the ​south san jose (Almaden) area! We meet weekly, and I guide families through songs, movement, ​exploration and purposeful play

Classes ARE held at a private home in south san jose - Almaden 95120

Winter, Spring, summer

6 session - $155

prorated after class begins

Fall

9 session - $230

prorated after class begins

DROP-IN

Drop-in classes- $30/class

HOLIDAY MINI

3 session - $75

prorated after class begins

*Drop-in option available!

If you'd like to join a trial class, please see the pricing page for more details.

2024 FALL SESSION

SELECT A SESSION TO REGISTER

2024 WINTER MINI SESSION

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN IN NOVEMBER

Each Acorn Acres season is made up of a series of 6-9 one hour long classes in the Winter, Spring, ​Summer & Fall, or 3 one hour classes in early December.

For a 9 week session, cost is $230 for the first student, 25% discount for the first sibling, and 50% for ​the second sibling.

For a 6 week session, cost is $155 for the first student, and has the same sibling discounts as the 9 week ​seasons.

For a 3 week session, cost is $75 for the first student, and has the same sibling discounts as the 9 week ​seasons.

I now offer a Drop-In class option for those who cannot commit to the entire session. Please see the ​registration form for prices.

If you join after the season has started, the cost will be prorated. Missed classes are non-refundable.

Trail Classes are offered to first time families only (1 trail class per family).

Teacher

Jennifer Grove

Hi! I'm Jen! I'm a mom of three teenagers / young adult (14.17.19) and we LOVE living on Acorn Acres!

I grew up in Foster City, CA and have called San Jose my home for over 20 years. I have a background in Early Childhood Education and joyfully enjoyed my days as a ​Preschool Teacher. Now that my kids are grown, I've jumped back into my passion of teaching young explorers. In 2019 I became a Tinkergarten teacher, which has been a ​natural progression where I can help young minds explore the outdoors in a safe, curious way. Through Tinkergarten, I was able to launch Acorn Acres in my community and ​share our Outdoor Play Program. When we learn and play together outside, we build a community, foster relationships, and get to enjoy our amazing world together.

I hope you will come explore with us!

We have no walls.

Creatures are our teachers.

Mud and sticks are our tools.

Every lesson connects us to nature

Kids learn best when they

lead the way. We also help

grownups support their child.

Each lesson is engineered to

engage kids in play that they

simply can't refuse!

What is Tinkergarten?

Tinkergarten helps families get outside to make the most of their kids’ early learning years. For over a decade, their education experts have designed play-based ​outdoor curriculum that guides parents in raising healthy, confident, and capable kids. Acorn Acres proudly incorporates Tinkergarten philosophy into each ​season. As of Aug 2024, Highlights Magazine is the sole provider of Tinkergarten curriculum.

What ages does the program serve?

The program is designed for children ages 18 months-6 years

Children younger and older than that age range are welcome to enroll and families are encouraged to try a free class to see if it is a good fit for their explorer.

Can siblings come for free?

Siblings under 18 months of age may join at no cost. Siblings over 18 months should enroll in the class, and a 25% sibling discount is available.

If a sibling needs to attend due to scheduling change (eg. day off at school), they can attend with a drop in fee. Families are asked to notify the teacher if an extra ​child needs to attend for a session so they can prepare any necessary materials.

Can families try a class for free before enrolling in the program?

New Families are invited to attend one trial class for a non-refundable fee of $25 to try Acorn Acres.

Are refunds offered?

If a refund is requested BEFORE the season of classes begins, families can receive a full refund or credit towards a future class.

If a refund is requested AFTER the season of classes begins, families can receive a refund for half of the value of the remaining sessions in the season. Refunds ​will be processed in the same form your original registration was paid.

Are credits or refunds offered for missed sessions?

Credits and refunds are not offered for classes missed by families. If the teacher needs to cancel a class due to illness or weather, the missed class will be ​rescheduled.

What happens in inclement weather?

Decisions about whether it is safe to hold class are determined by the teacher using local weather guidance.

The teacher will update families at least 60 minutes prior to class by email or text message. Whenever possible, the session will be offered at another time the ​same week or will be added to the end of the season.

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