Choosing your child’s educational environment is a significant decision. Our admissions process is a shared journey to ensure our mission aligns with your family's vision. We seek families eager to build a true community and play an active role in their children's growth.
In this cooperative, parents and educators walk in a true partnership—moving beyond checklists to prepare children for the beauty of real life. We invite you to join us as we build our Fall 2026 founding year in Odessa, where faith, family, and nature come first.
Join us! Enrollment is now open for the 2027-2028 year.
Our step by step admissions process is designed to provide ample opportunity for your family to get to know our cooperative and for us to get to know you and vour child. Families are accepted into our cooperative once they meet our required admissions procedures.
Step 1: Contact Form
Step 2: Schedule 1-1
Step 3: Apply
Step 4: Family Interview
Step 5: Enrollment
Fill out our contact form online
Complete official application (with application fee)
Meet with our Director to learn more about Foundations
Mutual fit discussion and assessment
Receive next steps and enrollment packet
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you a school?
No, we are not a school, we are a homeschool cooperative. We believe parents are the primary educators and disciplers of their children. The Foundations Academy is a Biblically- focused educational program in Odessa, Florida, that offers academic and enrichment opportunities, as well as educational resources for homeschool families. We come alongside parents who homeschool their children by providing a variety of classes facilitated by qualified educators and career professionals, while parents maintain full control over their children's education.
Where do you meet?
Our program is a full day, cooperative environment where parent involvement is a mandatory part of helping our community thrive. We partner with parents to build a lifestyle of education, where we learn and grow together. We meet 4 days a week Monday through Thursday 9am-2:30pm at a rural, historic farm setting in Odessa. Additional information regarding the location, academic calendar & schedule snapshots can be found on our program page and will be provided during our open house sessions.
What grades do you offer?
For the 2027-2028 academic year, we will offer academic, enrichment, and elective opportunities for Grades K-7. We offer small "pod style" flexible learning environments with about 8 children per pod. This provides the opportunity for the educator to tailor the educational experience to meet the needs of the learners in their group. We believe in a hands-on approach, with short lessons and diverse offerings, where the focus is on skill mastery, curiosity, autonomy, and nurturing the whole child, rather than standard performance based teaching solely for tests and grades.
What does a parent partnership look like at Foundations?
At Foundations Academy, professional educators lead the day-to-day instruction for core academics and enrichment classes. Families support learning at home through simple, meaningful activities that complement the curriculum.
Parent partnership also includes volunteering within the community in ways that align with each family’s strengths and availability. Monthly parent meetings, an orientation process, and occasional parent workshops are part of our cooperative model and help ensure strong communication, shared expectations, and a connected community.
Our Admissions Process
We're excited to welcome new families into our cooperative community for Fall 2027! Take the first step by submitting your application and receive an invitation to our upcoming open houses and farm tours.
Applications are open for the 2027-2028 year!
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