Our Programs
Our programs are thoughtfully designed to nurture confident, compassionate, environmentally conscious learners who are prepared for lifelong learning.
Rooted in a nature-based approach, we create meaningful experiences that support emotional growth, creativity, and independence - allowing every child to develop at their own rhythm within a safe, warm and respectful environment.
Ages
1.5 - 5
Bigs & Littles
Our Bigs & Littles program provides a gentle introduction to nature-based play with a focus on sensory exploration and social-emotional development. This is a nurturing 75 minute class where first friendships and cherished memories are made alongside the safety and security of a caregiver.
Classes Held:
9:45 - 11:00am Tuesday (Essex County)
9:45 - 11:00am Wednesday (Union County)
*Subject to change based on registration.
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Ages
3 - 5
Preschool
Our drop-off Preschool program fosters curiousity and joyful play-based learning while building independance and confidence. Our curriculum covers early literacy and numeracy skills as well as healthy social-emotional development through unstructured nature-based play.
Classes Held:
9:30am - 1:00pm or 3:00pm // Tues, Thur (Essex County)
9:30am - 1:00pm or 3:00pm // Mon, Wed, Fri (Union County)
*Subject to change based on registration.
Ages
5 - 6
Kindergarten
Our drop-off Kindergarten program continues to build early literacy and numeracy skills through both structured and unstructured nature-based play while reinforcing social-emotional development. This program provides a strong and joyful foundation to support your child's next schooling adventure.
Classes Held:
9:30am - 1:00pm or 3:00pm // Tues, Thur (Essex County)
9:30am - 1:00pm or 3:00pm // Mon, Wed, Fri (Union County)
*Subject to change based on registration.
Ages
6+
Homeschoolers
Our drop-off Homeschoolers program allows elementary-age learners to engaged in rich learning experiences in a nature-based environment. This program covers languages arts, sciences, social science and social-emotional development through both structured and unstructured learning moments.
Other Offerings
Ages
4 - 10
Camp Days
Drop-off Camp days allow your children to engage in joyful nature-based play experiences in a safe and educational environment with our passionate and qualified educators.
Upcoming Dates:
September 21, 9:00am - 12:00pm
November 3, 4, 5, 6, 9:00am - 12:00pm
November 24, 25, 27, 9:00am - 12:00pm
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Ages
3+
Special Excursions & Birthday Parties
Offer a unique nature-based experience for your child's next party! Book your specialty party & class package through our sister school, Ventures in Nature.
Ages
6+
Afterschool Play
Our afterschool program provides elementary-aged children the opportunity to freely and safely explore and engage with nature to support healthy physical, cognitive and social-emotional development.
Upcoming Dates:
Mondays, September 28 - November 16, 3:45 - 5:30pm
Thursdays, October 1 - November 19, 3:45 - 5:30pm
Summer Camp
Summer Camp allows your children to engage in joyful nature-based play experiences all Summer long in a safe, fun environment with our passionate educators. Camp is available for ages 4 - 14 years old (younger children must be toilet trained/pull ups). Camp is run through our sister school, Ventures in Nature.
Upcoming dates:
Aug 3 - 7 South Mountain
Aug 10 - 14 Summit & Somerset County
Aug 17 - 21 Mountainside (4 and up)
Aug 24 - 28 Summit (Ages 2.5–8)
