Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What day does the Co-op meet?
A: Wednesday
Q: What day does Co-op start this fall?
A: September 16th, 2026. We have Orientation on September 9th which we highly encourage all members to attend.
Q: When do applications close?
A: Applications for the 2027 Winter Trimester close November 13th
Q: When will registration take place?
A: Registration for the Winter 2026 trimester will be open December 7 for current members and December 10 for new members..
Q: What is the yearly structure?
A: We have a 9-week trimester structure with the Fall Trimester beginning mid-September, the Winter Trimester beginning the first or second Wednesday in January (see the calendar for the current year), and the Spring Trimester beginning following a one-week Spring Break.
Q: Where does FFC meet?
A: We meet at Community Evangelical Free Church in Niles, MI. The address is 120 E Bertrand Rd. Niles, MI 49120.
Q: What is the application process?
A: There is an Application including a request for references which you can complete here. Once we receive the application, someone from our Board of Members will contact you to schedule an in-person interview with representatives from the Board. Click here for the Enrollment Checklist.
Q: What is the schedule for Co-op days?
A: This is our schedule for class days:
8:30-8:55 – Chapel
9:00-9:55 – Class 1
10:00-10:55 – Class 2
11:00-11:55 – Class 3
12:00-12:45 – Lunch
1:00-1:55 Class 4
2:00-2:55 Class 5
3:00-3:30 Clean-up
Q: Do we have to attend classes every hour?
A: No, your family is welcome to attend as many or as few hours as you would like according to your needs.
Q: What is the commitment for parents?
A: FFC is a true Cooperative. A parent must attend each hour that at least one of their children is in a attendance (see our Handbook for possible exceptions). Parents will either teach a class or be assigned a place to serve usually as a helper in a class. At least one parent from each family is also expected to serve on one of our Teams.
Q: What is the cost?
A: There is a $25 fee per family per trimester. Besides that, each teacher sets a fee for their class as needed for supplies. You can find the cost of each class on the Class Details page.