Here's a sample of a day in one of our half day programs:
Arrive and Gather: Children arrive, put away their belongings, apply extra layers if needed, and then are invited to engage in simple provocations like popsicle stick bridges, chalk drawing on leaves, or symmetrical pattern making with nature items.
Opening circle: We'll gather for our opening circle time to sing seasonal songs, learn new songs or phrases in Spanish, discuss the calendar and weather, and take turns telling stories from our storytelling basket.
Snack, tea ceremony and read aloud: We'll nourish our bodies with a healthy snack and herbal tea, and nourish our minds with nature-themed literature or poetry.
Nature study: Each week we'll explore a different nature theme, weaving in science, history, geography, literacy, math and art concepts into each lesson.
Exploration: This is our time to explore our outdoor classroom, work in our class garden, tend to the goats, chickens or pigs, climb, dig or meander. We might take a visit to the ponds, the orchard, or the evergreen forest. Lots of child-led play and exploration!
Closing circle: For the last part of our day, we'll prepare to go home and gather one last time. Students are invited to take off outdoor gear or rain suits, then gather belongings. We'll reflect on our day and sing our goodbye song. Then we'll walk together to our pickup location.
Caregiver & Me style classes, ages baby - 3 yrs
Winter Series: 6 weeks, January 10-February 14
Fridays 10am-11:30am
$120 per child for the 6 week series, must pre-register to enroll.
Our Move & Grow program is for our youngest of learners and their caregiver. Each week we’ll read stories, sing songs, enjoy a nature or sensory activity, do some gentle stretching, and interact with the farm animals. It’s a great way for caregivers to meet other families and for baby to enjoy the farm and friends!
Who this class is for: Babies and their caregiver wanting to get outside and make new friends.
Ages: 2.5-5 yrs
Must be potty confident
6:1 student-teacher ratio, max 12 students
September-May
$125 registration and materials fee
Mon/Wed 9am-12pm $400/mo FULL!
Tues/Thurs 9am-12pm $400/mo FULL!
Mon/Wed 1pm-4pm $380/mo FULL!
Tues/Thurs 1pm-4pm $380/mo FULL!
Our play-based preschool and pre-kindergarten program offers a sensory-rich experience with plenty of hands on activities! Our nature lessons foster academic and developmental growth, supporting the whole child- wiggles and all! And our experienced teaching staff provide a safe and loving space for our students to play and grow. We have morning and afternoon class options!
Who this class is for: This program is for families who want their young learners outside more; and for families wanting a gentle, play-based, nature focused preschool experience.
Bring a filled water bottle, wear weather appropriate clothing and gear, and bring a backpack with a complete change of clothes.
A healthy snack will be provided.
Ages: 5-6
7:1 student-teacher ratio, max 14 students
September-May
$125 registration and materials fee
Mon-Wed 9am-12pm $500/mo FULL!
Mon-Wed 1pm-4pm $480/month 1 spot available!
Our Kindergarten will explore language arts, reading, writing, math, life science, geography and history, plus art, nature crafts, farm animal care and gardening. This class will offer hands-on nature lessons, time with the farm animals and plenty of time to play and explore the farm. We’ll also offer mid-year conferences to touch base on academic goals and development! We have morning and afternoon class options!
Who this class is for: This program is for families who want an alternative to a typical school experience for the early years of their child’s education; and for families wanting their child outside more!
Bring a filled water bottle, wear weather appropriate clothing and gear, and bring a backpack with a complete change of clothes.
A healthy snack will be provided.
We proudly use the Wild Learning® curriculum by outdoor educator Rachel Tidd.
Ages 6-7
7:1 student-teacher ratio, max 14 students
September-May
$125 registration and materials fee
Mon-Wed 9:15-1:15 $550/month FULL!
Our 1st-2nd program is a comprehensive mixed-age class that will explore language arts, reading, writing, math, life science, geography and history, plus art, nature crafts, farm animal care and gardening. This class will offer hands-on nature lessons, time with the farm animals and plenty of time to play and explore the farm. We’ll also offer mid-year conferences to touch base on academic goals and development!
Who this class is for: This program is for families who want an alternative to a typical school experience for the early years of their child’s education; and for families wanting their child outside more!
Bring a filled water bottle, wear weather appropriate clothing and gear, and bring a backpack with a complete change of clothes.
A healthy snack will be provided.
We proudly use the Wild Learning® curriculum by outdoor educator Rachel Tidd.
Ages 6-13
8:1 student-teacher ratio, max 16 students
September-May
$125 registration and materials fee
$225/class
Mon: STEM Club 9:15-1:15 FULL!
Tues: HomeEc & Farm Club 9:15-1:15 FULL!
Wed: Wild Art Club 9:15-1:15 FULL!
Thur: Nature Club 9:15-1:15 FULL!
Our homeschool enrichment program provides a lovely outdoor component to a family’s homeschool rhythm. Each day will provide different lessons and experiences in STEM concepts, home ec skills like sewing and food preserving, hands-on art and geography lessons, or literature-based nature crafts; plus each day will include farm chores and animal care! Lots of hands on activities and unstructured play time as well!
Who this class is for: Our homeschool enrichment program is for families who homeschool and want to add outdoor enrichment to their curriculum. *Children 8 and older must follow Washington State HBI laws.
Bring a filled water bottle, a packed lunch, wear weather appropriate clothing and gear, and bring a backpack with a complete change of clothes. A healthy snack will be provided.
Here’s how to enroll!
1. Click on the button at the bottom of this section.
2. Create a Brightwheel account and fill out the enrollment form.
3. Your enrollment form will be processed within 1 business day in the order it was received, after you enroll. If your 1st choice is not available, we will choose your 2nd choice. If you don’t list a 2nd choice, we will email to inform you that we’ll add your name to the waitlist for your 1st choice!
4. You’ll then receive an invoice VIA BRIGHTWHEEL for the registration and supplies fee. Paying this fee secures your spot!
5. Welcome emails will be sent out March 1st!
