Please note that all Application & Enrollment steps must be followed to ensure enrollment. Although there may be classroom availability for an immediate start date (i.e., within a couple of weeks), we typically recommend beginning the process at least several months prior to the desired start date.
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Children may be granted admission to Nature’s Pathways at 2nd Nature Academy upon completion of the following steps and review of the application materials. Admissions is based on availability and compatibility to the program.
Prospective Families
Prior to beginning the application process, we strongly encourage all applying families to familiarize themselves with:
Application & Enrollment Process
Submit an inquiry with our online form. A representative from our Admissions Department will reach out via the email provided in the inquiry form with additional application materials (if applicable) and to schedule an introductory phone call.
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Submit an initial inquiry application
Enrollment is not approved until admissions have been officially granted by the Director of Early Childhood Education and the registration process* has been completed.
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Admissions decision
Join the Director of Early Childhood Education on a tour of our facilities.
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Tour the center
No application will be considered complete and ready for review until all required steps are completed and all elements are submitted. Receipt of application/admissions materials must be confirmed by the Director of Early Childhood Education.
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Requirements
*Registration Process
The registration process includes:
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scheduling and completing an introductory phone call followed by a facilities tour,
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submitting all registration materials after acceptance,
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remitting all necessary deposit payments,
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scheduling days of care with the Director,
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and scheduling an official start date with the Director.
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An onboarding visit day with the group the child will be joining may also be required.
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A registration deposit is necessary to ensure the child's spot. The deposit includes:
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Registration fee
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First month’s tuition payment
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Deposits for infants who are yet to be born may not be submitted more than 6 months prior to the projected due date.
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Finally, the Director of Early Childhood Education will work with you to confirm a schedule of care and determine an official start date.
2nd Nature Academy is free from discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").