Currently, Light of the World meets two days per week, Mondays and Wednesdays.

Light of the World is a part-time learning community that supports homeschooling families, offering a faith-centered environment for connection, socialization and guided academic support alongside learning at home.

As the community grows, there may be opportunities to expand to additional days in the future.

You can explore sample daily rhythms and community details in the Programs section of our website.

Light of the World is supported by experienced, faith-centered learning guides who love working with children and creating a safe, nurturing environment. All guides undergo background checks for the safety of every child in our community.

Alexa Oliveri, Founder, leads the vision of Light of the World Collective, supports families and ensures the community remains rooted in faith, connection and aligned learning support.

Light of the World is an independent homeschool learning collective, graciously hosted in partnership with Hope Church in Wilton, Connecticut.

We are incredibly thankful for the opportunity to gather in their welcoming space, with access to shared indoor areas, parent gathering spaces and outdoor environments for nature-based learning.

Our partnership with Hope Church allows us to gather in a supportive environment rooted in faith, love and community — creating a warm and nurturing space for families and children.

While we acknowledge we live in a digital age, Light of the World Collective is intentionally a tech-free space. We prioritize hands-on exploration, real-world problem solving and the use of traditional tools like books, pencils, nature materials and creative projects.

Our goal is to give children a refreshing break from screens — nurturing focus, imagination, social interaction and a deep presence in the moment.

If families choose to integrate technology into their child’s learning, we simply ask that it be used outside of Collective hours to maintain the integrity of our tech-free rhythm.

Families join Light of the World Collective through a monthly membership that supports access to weekly gatherings, guided academic support, materials and the overall community experience.

Membership contributions may be made monthly, bi-annually or in full.

Families who choose to pay in full receive a 10% discount.

We are committed to making this community accessible, and additional payment options may be available. Families are welcome to reach out directly to discuss what may be possible for their situation.

Faith is woven into the rhythm of our time together through Bible stories, scripture-based activities, worship music, crafts and conversations about God’s love.

We cultivate a joyful, Christ-centered environment where children grow in their understanding of Jesus and how to follow Him in everyday life.

We believe parents are the primary educators of their children, and Light of the World Collective exists to support that role.

Families are invited into the community in ways that feel aligned for them, with opportunities for connection, fellowship and shared experiences throughout the year.

During the enrollment process, we take time to connect with each family and thoughtfully discern together what level of involvement feels most supportive for both the child and the community.

Light of the World Collective exists in the heart of a beautiful New England town where public schools are celebrated — yet many families feel called to something more aligned with their values.

We offer a different kind of support for homeschooling families — one that prioritizes connection, faith and a more intentional rhythm of childhood. Rather than handing children over to a system for most of their days, we support families in creating a life that reflects what matters most:

• Strong, healthy attachment to family
• God-centered identity
• Nature-based, curiosity-driven exploration
• Entrepreneurial and creative thinking
• A community of parents who take an active role in raising the next generation

We are not focused on test scores or standard outcomes — we are here to support families in raising children rooted in faith, character and purpose. We believe lasting change begins in the home and in the heart of each child.

No, you do not have to be Christian to join Light of the World Collective.

We simply ask that families are open to a Christ-centered environment rooted in love, community and shared values.

An open heart and a curiosity about who Jesus is, what He can do in your life and how we can walk in love and service together is all that’s needed.

Light of the World Collective gathers two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays) from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Families join through a monthly membership of $499 per child, which supports participation in weekly gatherings, guided academic support, materials and the overall community experience.

This is our founding family membership rate for the 2026–2027 year, with the understanding that rates may evolve as the collective grows.

The collective follows a September through June rhythm to support consistency, relationships and a strong sense of community. At this time, we do not offer drop-in participation.

From time to time, families may be invited to contribute toward optional experiences such as:

• Field trips and hands-on experiences
• Guest speakers or workshops
• Special projects or enrichment materials

Any additional contributions will always be communicated in advance and kept reasonable.

Membership rates may be adjusted over time based on the growth and needs of the collective.

Light of the World Collective was founded by Alexa Oliveri and is supported in partnership with the Hope Church community.

The collective is guided by a small leadership team that helps steward the vision, support families and ensure the community remains aligned as it grows.

Mixed-age learning is a core part of our philosophy and offers meaningful benefits for children at every stage.

Older or more academically advanced children are supported through deeper exploration, leadership opportunities and mentoring roles, rather than being held back. Guiding and modeling for younger peers strengthens confidence, communication and mastery of skills.

Younger children naturally stretch and grow by observing older peers, building independence and motivation.

For families coming from more traditional models, many find that children grow in new ways — developing leadership, collaboration, self-direction and a renewed love of learning while continuing to progress at their own pace.

Our goal is not to rush children, but to support each child in growing confidently and fully right where they are.

Light of the World Collective is designed to support and complement each family’s homeschool journey, not replace it.

We gather as a part-time learning community where children connect with peers, engage in guided academic support and experience faith-centered activities that families can integrate into their learning at home.

Each family remains fully responsible for their child’s overall education and homeschool approach. Light of the World offers structure, connection and shared experiences that support what families are already leading.

Our goal is to walk in partnership with parents, creating a bridge between home learning and a Christ-centered community.

Yes. To ensure a safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment for all children and guides, children participating in The Lambs group must be fully potty trained prior to the start of the year.

Yes. Light of the World Collective is being intentionally built with growth in mind.

Based on family interest and community feedback, we plan to expand beyond The Lambs and The Lighthouses to include additional learning collectives serving children through age 17. Our long-term vision includes The Builders (upper elementary and middle years) and The Shepherds (teen years).

Expansion will be guided by community interest, prayerful discernment and our commitment to keeping each group intimate, well-supported and aligned with our values.

We intentionally maintain small group sizes with a low adult-to-child ratio to ensure each child is known, supported and cared for.

Membership at Light of the World Collective reflects a full-year commitment (September through June) to support consistency, relationships and a strong sense of community.

Families may choose to make membership contributions in full, in two installments or monthly. This commitment allows the collective to thoughtfully plan for guides, space and materials for the year ahead.

If a family needs to step away during the year, membership contributions for the full year remain in place unless the space is filled by another family.

Parent involvement is welcomed and encouraged through community gatherings and events, but it is not required on a day-to-day basis.

Our time together is supported by our learning guides, allowing parents the flexibility to engage in ways that feel aligned for their family.