Tinkering School

Tinkering School is a non-rushed, non-competitive environment. Kids learn real world "how-to" skills and application - plus develop emotional skills (collaboration, cooperation and more). Activities are structured to promote imagination and thinking outside-of-the-box. Kids do not learn prescribed formulas, because in the real world there is always more than one way to solve a problem. Practicing at creative problem solving definitely prepare kids for the working world - plus pursuing their own dreams! After 8 years in the Caribbean yachting industry, we "swallowed the anchor" and moved to North Carolina just in time for the birth of our first son. Living aboard yachts, we were immersed in nature and the elements around the clock, and we believe being outdoors is like looking through God's window. Awe, wonder, and beauty abound. It is our passion for our children to experience the outdoors and tinkering in a very real and authentic way, and for our family to meet and share these experiences with other families and children from all walks of life…. We have no TV or video games in our home and at Tinkering School. We want kids to know where eggs come from (and eat fresh ones too), witness cows birth calves, plant seeds and watch them explode with life, kiss and hug llamas, dig in the dirt every single day, and build imaginary kingdoms from pine straw, pebbles, and 2 X 4's. Our goal is to help kids live the childhood they are meant to - and not rush it. Without the distractions of the modern life, kid's innate sense of wonder and imagination takes over, and they savor simple treasures, learn new things, and enjoy carefree timelessness. The perfect canvas for tinkering! Whether your child is pre-school age (SunStarFarm.com) or school age (JordanLakeBoatingCamp.com) and (NCtinkeringschool.com), our programs are designed to delight and educate, and provide the highest standard of quality care, safety, and encouragement for your child to grow. At the end of a fun day, our simple wish is that families go home closer to their children. Our yachting travels make for good sea stories, but pale in comparison to the wild adventure of parenthood and business ownership - we love what we do!