Our lessons, designed by APEC educators to supplement and enhance your homeschool environmental education curricula, will include age appropriate hands-on activities with a focus on outdoor learning. Be sure your child dresses for outdoor nature walks and activities! Classes are limited to 10 participants.
Please note: These programs are intended to foster independence for your child. Parents are not permitted in the classroom. If your child is not ready for a drop-off program, please register for a future session. We require a minimum of 6 registered students to run this class.
If less than 6 students are registered for a session the class will be cancelled. Families will receive an email about the cancellation and be issued a refund.
Homeschool Fall 2026
Homeschool programming will return in the fall! Be sure to check back in September to find out the fall schedule.
Please note: These programs are intended to foster independence for your child. Parents are not permitted in the classroom. If your child is not ready for a drop-off program, please register for a future session. We require a minimum of 6 registered students to run this class.
If less than 6 students are registered for a session the class will be cancelled. Families will receive an email about the cancellation and be issued a refund.
Homeschool Fall 2026
Homeschool programming will return in the fall! Be sure to check back in September to find out the fall schedule.
Homeschool: Ages 5-6 (drop-off)
Homeschool: Ages 7-8 (drop-off)
Homeschool: Ages 9-11 (drop-off)
Registration Policy:
Pre-registration is required for all programs.
When registering for a program, please note the required ages for children. If your child’s date of birth does not fall within the required age range, the registration system will not allow you to register for the program.
Cancellation Policy:
Homeschool workshop fees are non-refundable. If APEC cancels the workshop series, a refund will be issued. No refunds or credits will be given for any missed classes
The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.
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