AFE | Branciforte Smalls

Alternative Family Education (AFE) is an independent home study school designed by and for homeschool families that provides K-12 grade students and families an individualized approach to education, with the full support of school district resources & collaboration with credentialed teacher consultants.

Want to learn about enrolling at AFE?

Come to one of our Prospective Parent Nights!

January 28 6:00pm-7:30pm (in person on campus: 185 Benito Ave.)
February 19 6:00pm-7:30pm (on Zoom)
March 31 6:00pm-7:30pm (in person on campus: 185 Benito Ave.)

Or call Gail at 831-429-3898 x55214 or email gailmabrouk@sccs.net.

At AFE, we work with you and we offer:

Community. Our program is loved for community and connection. The AFE community provides numerous opportunities for social development & building peer networks.

Autonomy. At AFE, you can make your homeschooling experience the best fit for your student: defining your boundaries and deciding on your curriculum options.

Support. Our team will help you navigate & complete state paperwork, partner in the admin steps, and get you set up.

Collaboration. We have licensed teachers who are here to consult and collaborate, helping you discover what curriculum & approach works best for you.

Enroll Today!

Enrichment

2025/26 Spring Classes

Monday: Native Plants (3-5), Archaeology (8-12), Tidepools (TK-2), Hiking Club (6-8), Art (3-5) Improv (3-5), Library (TK-5), 3-D Printing Club (6-12), Photography (6-12), Ultimate Frisbee (6-12)

Tuesday: Online Meeting (TK-3), Algebra (6-12), Pre-Algebra (6-8), Forensics (9-12), Mystery & Ink (5-6), The Midnight Writers Society (7-8), Studey Hall (6-12), Culinary Arts (9-12), Fashion Club (6-12)

Wednesday: Salamander Club (6-12), Music (TK-2), Engineering (3-5), Study Hall (6-12), Art (TK-2 and 6-8), Mindfulness/Stretching/Breathwork (6-12), Music (3-5), Bike Tech (6-12), Parkour (TK-2), Clay Studio (TK-12), Ultimate Frisbee (6-12)

Thursday: Online Meeting (TK-3), Algebra (6-12), Pre-Algebra (6-8), Dramatic Literature with Ashland Excursion (9-12), Study Hall (6-12), Circus Skills (6-8), Improv (6-8), Aeronautics Club (6-12), Yearbook Team (6-12)