Parent-run groups and nonprofit communities that meet weekly for classes. Most expect parents to help.
Price: see siteFaith-based
Area: Spring Lake Park (8299 NE Central Avenue)
A supplemental co-op in a church with science, Spanish and creative arts for elementary and middle school students, structured Pre-K and K experiences, and a nursery. Each family is asked to serve the community. The page says 2026–27 enrollment is open for new families.
- Ages: Pre-K and Kindergarten, plus elementary and middle school courses
- Cost: Tuition varies by class based on length and subject. Multi-student discounts apply, and financial assistance may be available.
- Faith: Christian; a church-based, Christ-centered program.
- When: See site.
Price listedFaith-based⚠️ Not fully confirmed
Area: Bloomington (meets at a church)
A parent-led Charlotte Mason co-op with literature, nature study, geography, Spanish, art and music study, handicraft and folk dance. Parents volunteer to teach, organize and run the nursery. It is not drop-off.
- Ages: Birth to grade 12 in groups; the oldest student must be at least 6
- Cost: About $500 per family per year (the final cost depends on enrollment and supplies).
- Faith: Christian; families agree to a statement of faith (Nicene and Apostles' Creeds).
- When: Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m., two 12-week terms (fall and spring).
⚠️ The page we read gave a Visitors Day of April 21, 2026 for the 2026–27 year. Ask the co-op whether spots are open now.
Price: see site⚠️ Not fully confirmed
Area: South Minneapolis (Bethel Lutheran Church, 4120 17th Ave S)
A secular, professionally taught co-op with mixed-age classes. Fall 2026 classes included Problem Solving, Logic and Mathematical Reasoning; Art Through the Ages; and Ultimate Survival. You request membership, wait for approval, then register for classes.
- Ages: 5 to 15
- Cost: Annual membership fee plus tuition per class. The amounts are on the class schedule, which we did not open.
- Faith: Secular and inclusive.
- When: Thursdays.
⚠️ Fees are not on the page we read, and membership needs approval first.