Welcome to Gretna Homeschool Co-Op! Where homeschool families can consistently connect, learn, and grow together.
Welcome to Gretna Homeschool Co-Op! Where homeschool families can consistently connect, learn, and grow together.
About Gretna Homeschoolers
Gretna Homeschoolers is a seasonal group that offers a family-style co-op with nature-based activities. We meet for 15-week sessions in the Spring and Fall, as well as a short summer season. Families enjoy Backyard Hangouts, Family Nature walks, Garden Days, Field Trips, Observatory Nights, and so much more.
Our group is made up of families who share a deep commitment to educating our children with reason and loving kindness. We strive to create a space where everyone feels welcome, where ideas can be shared freely, and where children can learn through laughter, exploration, and creativity. While parents remain the primary educators in their children's lives, we strive to nurture a love of learning in every child and grow strong relationships between families who walk this homeschool journey together. What began in a backyard with 3 families for low income, one income, and Military families, has grown to over 145 students and over 35 families who have connected along the way since 2023.
Classes and Activities
Community Outreach
Free for all
Join our co-op and other homeschoolers at the Terrytown Library for Homeschool Hour and other activities around town, such as our volunteer clean-ups and free Spring Book Swap!
These are free and open to the public!
Nature Club!
Members only
This Spring, join us for the following and more!
*Backyard Chicken Basics
*Seed to Supper: Your Backyard Garden
*Composting 101
*Backyard Bees for Beginners
*Grow Your Own: A Guide to Backyard Gardening
*Kitchen and Home: DIY homesteading skills (e.g., soap making and canning)
* Farmers market meet ups
* Local nature walks
Nature Club is included with the membership.
Curiosity Crew!
$10/ child (non-members)
Curiosity Crew is our Thursday meet-up where kids explore hands-on projects, ask big questions, and learn through discovery.
Curiosity Crew is included with the membership.
Gym Class!
$10 / child (non-members)
This semester, our gym themes will be the following:
* Teamwork & Cooperation
* Olympic Sports
* Strength & Conditioning
* Agility & Speed
* Endurance & Stamina
* Sports Skills & Games
* Mind–Body Wellness (Yoga, Stretching, Breathing)
* Obstacle Courses & Fun Fitness Challenges
Field Trips
Price varies per trip
Our Field Trips offer fun, educational outings where kids can explore the world around them and connect through shared experiences.
Prior Field Trips have included local strawberry patch, Sugar Roots Farm, Bogue Chitto State Park, The Hive on Woodland, and so many more.
Book Club and Adventure Club
Members only
Book club meets once a month.
Adventure club meets once a month.
Our Book club is open to all registered members. We will meet to discuss our book of the month and have an activity that coincides with the book of the month. Red Beans and Rice family dinner at every meeting. Bring Your Own Book and a side dish!
Adventure Club is a group focused on learning fun new skills together. While geared towards girls ages 5-13, Adventure club is open to all!
Details available at our commitment meeting.