Hello neighbors,
My son goes to a fabulous small, non-traditional, independent school called Three Rivers Village. The school is in its third year and is looking for a site to rent beginning next summer. We are hoping to find a church or a school with some extra space, preferably with a multi-year lease.
Three Rivers Village is a democratic free school that accepts students ages 5-18. Because we are a non-traditional school, we do not need classroom type spaces, though we could definitely function in them. The space would be in use primarily from late August to early June. Students are present from 8:30-4 and staff have some limited responsibilities and occasional meetings into the evening. We also host community events several times each year during evenings and/or weekends. We need to house all the school furniture, equipment and related items through the summer and have some access to space for staff during those months.
Ideally, we would need 4-8 small rooms or fewer larger rooms to house different school activities, such as an art room, pc room, library, science room, etc. It would be wonderful to have access to a kitchen for students' baking and cooking projects and use of a gym and/or outdoor play space. We are hoping for a building in or near the East End so we can be close to our current families, but can be flexible for the right space. We also have parent volunteers available to help with basic repairs/painting, etc. before the start of the school year should the building require it.
I would appreciate any leads or suggestions! Many thanks!
Meg