Our Pod Family Membership
$99 PER MONTH
2 primary caregivers
1 additional caregiver
All children
Want to try before you buy? Book a free trial day by emailing hello@ourpodfamily.com.
Family Membership - $99/mo
Single Parent Discount - $49.50/mo
- Intended to help those living on single-parent support systems.
Student Discount - $49.50/mo
- Intended to help those enrolled in and paying for school.
Memberships are paid monthly through automatic Squarespace subscription. Membership fees are non-refundable. You can cancel or pause memberships at any point by emailing hello@ourpodfamily.com.
All members are invited to arrange an in-person orientation upon activating a membership and before their independent use of the space. Please email hello@ourpodfamily.com to schedule an orientation.
Your Membership Includes:
50% discount on drop-in childcare (ages 3+) at The Co-Lab. Members pay $12 per hour per child Book drop-in hours here.
Discounted rates on other kids programs at The Co-Lab
Unlimited Office Access every month
Work at either The Office Attic at The Co-Lab in Proctor (Kid Free Office — Childcare Onsite) or The Pod Works in University Place (Family Friendly
Book your office reservation here.
Exclusive invites to community and parent events to build relationships and connections
Baby & toddler meet-ups at The Pod Works and The Co-Lab during the school year & backyard playdates in the summertime
Family Days and field trips
Free admission to any and all monthly workshops
This includes parent education, career, and personal development
50% discount on space rentals at both locations
Access to the private call booth at The Co-Lab
Access the private, fully fenced Proctor playground 24/7, including outdoor workstations
Email hello@ourpodfamily.com to schedule a tour of our locations or ask any questions you may have about our Family Membership
Discounts Available
Single parent discount: Half-priced family membership. Intended to help those living on single-parent support systems.
Student office discount: Half-priced family membership. Intended to help those enrolled in and paying for school.
Family Membership - $99/mo
Single Parent Discount - $49.50/mo
- Intended to help those living on single-parent support systems.
Student Discount - $49.50/mo
- Intended to help those enrolled in and paying for school.
Memberships are paid monthly through automatic Squarespace subscription. Membership fees are non-refundable. You can cancel or pause memberships at any point by emailing hello@ourpodfamily.com.
All members are invited to arrange an in-person orientation upon activating a membership and before their independent use of the space. Please email hello@ourpodfamily.com to schedule an orientation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
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Our Pod Family of Businesses includes The Pod Works, Tacoma Children’s School, and The Co-Lab.
The Pod Works is a family-friendly mix of office space and playrooms. Parents use this space to work while their children play. There is no staff or childcare on site. Learn more about The Pod Works here
The Co-Lab offers on-site childcare (book here) and kid-free office space. This location also offers a rotation of camps and classes including after-school enrichment classes. Learn more about The Co-Lab here.
Tacoma Children’s School (TCS) offers classes for children 3 - 5 years old including a morning preschool class. Our intentional environment and integrated education style inspires children to create, explore, and connect. Learn more about TCS here.
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Yes! Your first trial day is always free! Email hello@ourpodfamily.com to book
We would love to answer all your questions and also give you an in-person tour of any/all of our locations.
Another great way to get a feel for our community and offerings is Family Day! Join us every last Saturday of the month. It’s free and open to all.
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Our drop-in childcare is actually explorative and creative learning time hosted in our Learning Lab. Everything we do is intentionally and thoughfully designed by our lead teachers to ensure children feel confident and clear, safe and seen.
The theme of the The Co-Lab’s Learning Lab changes monthly. One month your children will delight in a playing farmer’s market another they’ll be telling you all about the rocket ship they took to the moon.
Our teachers lead art projects, story time, free play, and outdoor time.
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Absolutely! Rain or shine. So be sure to pack weather-appropriate clothing. And, as always, an extra set of clothing. You never know when the mud kitchen will have a busy shift.
Our outdoor space includes a wooden play structure and tire swing.
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We strive to be inclusive and supportive of all families and children while ensuring that we are equipped to provide the upmost safety and support for you child(ren). Please reach out to hello@ourpodfamily.com so we can connect and understand your specific needs, wants, and concerns.
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Short answer: yes!
Long answer: our teachers don’t change nappies. Often our parents with diapered ones will work upstairs at The Co-Lab so they can pop down and assist on diaper swaps. Or time their drop-ins around … their kid’s dump-ins.
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Every teacher at The Co-Lab is interviewed and hired by our lead teacher, Natasha Howell, who has over two decades in childhood development and teaching experience.
Every teacher undergoes a full background check. As well as an extensive personal employment and referral assessment.
Our business would be nothing without the incredible teachers we have on staff.
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Sometimes better than others. ;) But in all honesty, there’s something about a change of scenery that works productivity magic. With the front room set up for parents to work and two rooms for kids to play, it’s the perfect destination to bang out a couple hours work. And the full coffee bar doesn’t hurt.
Often parents will sync up with other families with kids that enjoy playing together. They save work projects that can be done while chatting (and throwing the occasion snack at the littles).
Working parents also love the 24/7 of it all. Kids up at 6am? Load ‘em up and let them play while you journal, sift through emails, or plan your day. Or maybe you need to get focused at night — leave the kids with your partner and remove the distractions of your home by working at The Pod Works.
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