Schools & Groups
Homeschool Program
A Program for Homeschoolers and Youth Schooling at Home!
We're excited to introduce our newly reimagined homeschool science program, now offered as a two-year journey, with each year built around its own distinct theme. This activities-based, high quality, and self-driven program is designed for children ages 6–9 years old. Throughout each session, students learn skills in scientific inquiry, explore different scientific phenomena, and learn more about the world around them. This program takes place in our indoor classroom spaces, CuriOdyssey's museum and zoo areas, and Coyote Point Park.
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Program Information:
Our Home/Custom School program is for youth 6 to 9 years old.
Class Days: Wednesdays
Class Time: 8:45 AM–12:00 PM
5-week sessions
Location: CuriOdyssey
Fee:
Member: $400/session
Non-Member: $500/session
In an effort to increase financial accessibility, partial scholarships are available for qualifying families. Learn more about our CuriOdyssey Scholarship Program.
2026–2027 Schedule
Water Works
October 7–November 4, 2026
Fusion Lab
November 11–December 16, 2026
No class November 25, 2026
STEAM Studio
January 13–February 10, 2027
Wildlife Detectives
February 17–March 17, 2027
Earth Explorers
April 21–May 19, 2027
2026–2027 Topic Descriptions
Water Works
October 7–November 4, 2026
Dive into the science of water! Students will explore how water moves, changes, and supports life through hands-on experiments and investigations.
Class topics include:
Water physics and properties, water chemistry, the water cycle, water quality, and ocean movements.
Fusion Lab
November 11–December 16, 2026
No class November 25, 2026
Get ready to mix, test, and experiment! Students will use the scientific method to investigate the physical world through exciting experiments and problem-solving challenges.
Class topics include:
Forces, reactions, energy, matter, and motion.
STEAM Studio
January 13–February 10, 2027
Let science inspire your next masterpiece! Students will explore how science, math, and art connect through creative projects and experiments.
Class topics include:
Making art with reactions and forces, sound and music, light, animation, and math-inspired art.
Wildlife Detectives
February 17–March 17, 2027
Step into the role of a wildlife biologist! Students will investigate animals, practice field science skills, and learn how scientists observe wildlife carefully and respectfully.
Class topics include:
Birds and reptiles, mammals and invertebrates, field techniques, birding, and animal observation and behavior experiments.
Earth Explorers
April 21–May 19, 2027
Explore the forces that shape our planet and beyond! Students will investigate Earth and space science through hands-on activities and outdoor observations.
Class topics include:
The Sun, meteorology, geology, fossils, and space.
Cancellations/Refunds
- Cancellations more than 21 days prior to the start of your program will result in a 75% refund of your program fees.
- Cancellations less than 21 days from the start of your program are not eligible for refunds.
- A full refund will be given if CuriOdyssey cancels your program.
- CuriOdyssey cannot provide partial refunds for missed classes and cannot offer a prorated price for partially attended sessions.
- Memberships are non-refundable.
- Cancellations must be made in writing to education@curiodyssey.org.
Transferring Sessions
- If you need to transfer sessions, please reach out to the Education Team at education@curiodyssey.org.
- A $25 transfer fee will be collected per session transfer.
For Families Using Ocean Grove
- A non-refundable 25% deposit is required for each session. CuriOdyssey will bill Ocean Grove for the remaining session fees.
- Member: Deposit: $92.25/session; Remaining Fees: $276.75/session
- Non-Member: Deposit: $117.25/session; Remaining Fees: $351.75/session
- If you cancel your registration less than 21 days before the session, Ocean Grove will be invoiced a prorated amount of the session fee based upon the cancellation date. After Ocean Grove payment is received, you will be invoiced for the remaining fees.
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LOCATION
1651 Coyote Point Drive
San Mateo, CA 94401
Ohlone Land Acknowledgement
650-342-7755
info@curiodyssey.org
CuriOdyssey is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, Tax ID 94-1262434
