REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR WILL OPEN JULY 1ST.
Learn More About Abloom After School
Nature-Filled Afternoons for Kids
After school feeling dull or over complicated? Let’s take a step back to the basics. After the kids are done with school, they will need a deep breath. With River Song’s Abloom program, we provide space for kids to get what they need after school. We explore local parks, playgrounds, and natural areas around Fort Collins. Whether they need to take it slow crafting or artfully expend their energy playing, there’s a little bit of adventure in every day with Abloom.
“Some old-fashioned things like fresh air and sunshine are hard to beat.” -Laura Ingalls Wilder
Now accepting enrollments for Mountain Sage & Polaris Students, as well as Homeschoolers and Drop Offs. We may add Traut M-Th for the coming school year – let us know if you are interested.
After School Abloom needs a minimum of 3 students to transport from each location. We will pick up for early release Wednesdays at Polaris and Fridays at Mountain Sage.
Homeschoolers and drop-off children would be responsible to meet the Abloom teachers and class at either one of the schools or the location of the day.
Program Details
Hours
- Full School Days: 3:15/3:30–6:00 PM
- Early Release Days: 12:45–6:00 PM
- School Day Out Camps: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Tuition
- Full Day After School: $25 per day
- Early Release Days: $44 per day
- School Out Day Camps: $80 per day
- 10% Sibling Discount
- Tuition Assistance Available; CCAP accepted.
Flexible Scheduling
- Choose 1–5 days per week.
- Monthly schedule change requests accepted based on availability.
- Drop in days may be available, based on space.
Weekly Rhythm
Monday–Friday:
Each week features a designated location at a local park or natural area, fostering connection with nature.
Fun Days:
Exciting activities like farm visits, hiking trails, bowling, roller skating, or gym adventures will happen occasionally on Fridays and school out days.
Every afternoon includes:
- Time for parent-provided snacks (and lunch on early release days).
- Free play and exploration.
- Crafting and group games.
If dangerous weather arises, we prepare with proper clothing/gear and have indoor spaces ready as back-up. As the saying goes though, “Det finnes ikke dårlig vær, bare dårlige klær!”–“There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing!”.
Transportation Details
- Currently Serving: Daily pickups from Mountain Sage Community School, including early release Fridays; and Polaris Expeditionary School, including early release Wednesdays.
- Priority for Limited Vehicle Space: Siblings of current River Song families and alumni.
- Self-Transport Option: Perfect for homeschool families or those attending schools we don’t offer transportation from.
Have Questions?
Email River Song Director Becky with questions or request for more information.
Scroll down to access the registration form.
The Benefits of a Waldorf After‑School Program
A Waldorf after‑school program offers something different from conventional care: a thoughtful extension of the school day that supports the whole child; head, heart, and hands. Abloom continues this rhythm in a way that feels natural, steady, and developmentally supportive.
Unhurried Time to Decompress
After a full day of academic focus, children need space to settle, breathe, and transition. Abloom provides an unhurried environment where kids can unwind at their own pace, without overstimulation or rigid scheduling. This gentle transition helps them regulate, reset, and feel grounded before heading home.
Meaningful Outdoor Play
Waldorf education recognizes outdoor play as essential to healthy development. Abloom builds on this by spending afternoons in local parks, playgrounds, and natural areas around Fort Collins. Time outside supports balance, coordination, resilience, and confidence by giving children the freedom to move their bodies in ways the school day doesn’t always allow.
Creative Expression and Hands‑On Activities
Children thrive when they can make, build, imagine, and explore. Abloom offers simple, open ended creative activities that encourage imagination without screens or overstimulation. Crafting, building, skill learning, exploring and nature based play help children integrate their day through creativity and calm focus.
Social Growth Through Mixed‑Age Play
Waldorf programs emphasize social learning through cooperation, empathy, and shared experiences. In Abloom, children play together across ages, learning to collaborate, communicate, and care for one another. This mixed age dynamic strengthens social confidence and fosters a sense of belonging.
A Rhythm That Supports Well‑Being
Waldorf education is built on rhythm – predictable, nurturing patterns that help children feel secure. Abloom mirrors this approach with a steady flow to each afternoon: outdoor exploration, creative play, movement, and time to simply be. This consistency helps children feel safe, supported, and ready to transition home with ease.
A Screen‑Free, Nature‑Centered Environment
In a world full of digital distractions, Abloom offers a refreshing alternative. Children spend their afternoons engaged with the real world of nature, friends, movement, creativity — experiences that nourish their senses and support healthy development.
After School Registration
Please complete the form below to add your child to our enrollment list. Priority will be given to current River Song families and alumni, then opened up to the public. Enrollment is ongoing dependent on bus space.
