Our inaugural pilot is designed primarily for children ages 6–10.Some specialty workshops may have different recommended age ranges, which will be noted in their descriptions.

Utopiat Family Village takes place in Rockville, Maryland.The exact address and arrival instructions will be shared with registered families after registration.

Monday through Friday9:00 AM – 4:00 PMFamilies participating in Individual Daily Experiences or Specialty Workshops will receive their arrival times once the workshop calendar has been finalized.

Yes!Utopiat Family Village is launching as an inaugural pilot program.This first season is intentionally small so we can build a strong foundation, learn from participating families, and thoughtfully refine the experience before expanding.Our vision is much bigger than a single summer.Based on the lessons, feedback, and community we cultivate during this pilot, we plan to grow Utopiat Family Village into a fully licensed seasonal camp and eventually a year-round educational community.Families joining us this summer won't simply be attending a program—they'll become Founding Families helping shape the future of Utopiat Family Village from the very beginning.

Utopiat Family Village is an intentionally small educational enrichment pilot designed around Maryland's regulations for small group programs.It is not a traditional daycare or childcare center.

Yes—for the children.Children do not use phones, tablets, computers, televisions, or video games during Utopiat Family Village programming.Instead, they'll spend their days gardening, cooking, creating, building, reading, moving, exploring nature, and connecting with one another.Occasionally, an instructor may use a mobile device as an educational tool—for example, to identify a plant, bird, insect, mushroom, or other element of nature using a field guide or identification app.Children observe the process, but they do not use the devices themselves.Our goal isn't to eliminate technology.Our goal is to teach children that technology is a tool—not the place where childhood happens.

Each day follows an intentional rhythm that includes:• Yoga & Mindful Movement• Breathwork & Nervous System Regulation• Human Body Lab• Gardening• Garden-to-Table Cooking• Reading & Storytelling• Creative Studio• Practical Life Skills• Free Imaginative Play• Entrepreneurship & Little Makers MarketNo two days are exactly alike, but every day is intentionally designed around the same philosophy.

Because we believe food is education.Children don't simply eat at Utopiat Family Village.They learn where food comes from.They harvest it.Prepare it.Cook it.Share it.And develop a healthy relationship with nourishing, whole foods.You can learn more on our Nutrition Philosophy & Sample Menu page.

Yes.We prepare our meals using 100% organic ingredients with an emphasis on seasonal, nutrient-dense foods.Many of our vegetables, herbs, edible flowers, and fruits come directly from our own gardens. When we can't grow them ourselves, we source from local organic farms and farmers' markets whenever possible.Our dairy products, eggs, and meats are carefully sourced from local farms we know and trust, emphasizing pasture-raised and grass-fed animals raised without routine antibiotics or added hormones.We happily accommodate many common dietary needs—including gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and food allergies—within reason.Please let us know about any dietary restrictions during registration.

A complete packing list will be sent before the program begins.Generally children should bring:• Water bottle• Comfortable clothes that can get messy• Closed-toe shoes• Sun hat• Change of clothes• Any required medications

Absolutely.Families may register for:• One Day• Half Day• Weekly• The Complete Two-Week Journey• Individual Daily Experiences• Specialty WorkshopsWe intentionally designed Utopiat Family Village to be flexible for families.

Yes.Wednesday and Friday Specialty Workshops are open to both enrolled Utopiat Family Villagers and community families.

Nature doesn't stop because it rains.We'll simply adapt.Activities may move indoors or be modified while maintaining the same overall experience whenever possible.Safety always comes first.

Absolutely.Our intentionally small group allows children to build confidence and friendships at their own pace.Our goal is for every child to feel safe, seen, respected, and valued.

Yes!Parents interested in becoming active members of the Village may apply as Village Volunteers.Accepted Village Volunteers receive a 50% tuition discount while helping support the daily rhythm of Utopiat Family Village.

Because we believe children flourish in community.Throughout history, children learned from parents, grandparents, neighbors, artists, gardeners, craftspeople, healers, entrepreneurs, and elders.Utopiat Family Village is our modern interpretation of those timeless values.

No.Utopiat Family Village is the first seed of a much larger vision.Our hope is to grow into a year-round community offering educational experiences, seasonal camps, family workshops, practical life skills, wellness, creativity, entrepreneurship, and opportunities for families to reconnect with one another and the natural world.

Utopiat Family Village was created for families who value:• Less screen time• Healthy food• Nature• Practical life skills• Emotional resilience• Creativity• Community• Curiosity• Whole-child developmentIf that sounds like your family...Welcome to the Village.

Jasmine@utopiat.com