Deeply Rooted Nature School

Programs

September 2, 2025 through June 12, 2026

Forest Transitional Kindergarten (T/K)

Class explanation: 

Our Transitional Kindergarten program allows children to explore the natural world and develop socialization in sensory-rich ways that engage their curiosity and allow them to experiment. Studies show the importance of play and nature experiences as foundational to cognitive development and later academic performance. Children run, explore, play with mud, build forts, discover forest creatures, learn about plants, experience the seasons, make up games together, sing songs, create art, listen to stories, develop emotional vocabulary, begin learning Spanish, memorize Scripture, and learn how to become more like Jesus. Supportive teachers draw lessons from nature through hands-on experiences that connect knowledge with discovery, promote a love for learning, and cultivate wonder for God’s creation.

Who this program is for:

Families who want their children learning outside, disconnected from screens, and interacting with nature and other children in a healthy environment. This program appeals to families who value physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health and development in addition to academic outcomes.

Forest Kindergarten (K)

Class explanation: 

Our Kindergarten program allows children to explore the natural world and develop socialization while introducing academic subjects such as math and reading. Studies show the importance of play and nature experiences as foundational to cognitive development and later academic performance. Children run, explore, play with mud, build forts, discover forest creatures, learn about plants, experience the seasons, make up games together, sing songs, create art, listen to stories, develop emotional vocabulary, begin learning Spanish, memorize Scripture, and learn how to become more like Jesus. Math and reading lessons utilize outdoor elements to make learning fun, interactive, and effective. Supportive teachers draw lessons from nature through sensory-rich experiences that connect knowledge with discovery, promote a love for learning, and cultivate wonder for God’s creation.

Who this program is for:

Families who want their children learning outside, disconnected from screens, and interacting with nature and other children in a healthy environment. This program appeals to families who value physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health and development in addition to academic outcomes.

Curriculum:

Our Kindergarten program draws from various curriculum sources including Singapore Math, All About Reading, Wild Learning, and others.

Forest 1st Grade

Class explanation: 

Our 1st grade program further develops academics, and provides ample opportunities for application, while continuously fostering a curious love for learning. By combining best academic practices, and leveraging the benefits of a multi-grade nature school, there are a plethora of opportunities for your child’s academic, cognitive, social and spiritual growth. Research and experience show that providing students opportunities to apply knowledge has a high impact on development and academics later on. Children run, explore, play with mud, build forts, discover forest creatures, learn about plants, experience the seasons, make up games together, sing songs, create art, listen to stories, develop emotional vocabulary, begin learning Spanish, memorize Scripture, and learn how to become more like Jesus. Math and reading lessons utilize outdoor elements to make learning fun, interactive, and effective. Supportive teachers draw lessons from nature through sensory-rich experiences and projects that connect knowledge with discovery, promote a love for learning, and cultivate wonder for God’s creation.

Who this program is for:

Families looking for a 1st grade program with strong academic outcomes in an outdoor environment, disconnected from screens, interacting with nature and other children. This program appeals to families who value physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health and development. This program takes advantage of daily hands-on opportunities for students to apply what they are learning in order to build character, knowledge, and skills that they need to thrive in life.

Curriculum:

Our 1st grade program chooses to take the best from multiple sources, including but not limited to; Singapore Math, All About Reading, Wild Learning, and others.

Part-Time Forest Transitional Kindergarten Homeschool Enrichment

Class explanation: 

Our Part-Time Transitional Kindergarten Homeschool Enrichment programs allow children to explore the natural world and develop socialization in sensory-rich ways that engage their curiosity and allow them to experiment. Studies show the importance of play and nature experiences as foundational to cognitive development and later academic performance. Children run, explore, play with mud, build forts, discover forest creatures, learn about plants, experience the seasons, make up games together, sing songs, create art, listen to stories, develop emotional vocabulary, begin learning Spanish, memorize Scripture, and learn how to become more like Jesus. Supportive teachers draw lessons from nature through hands-on experiences that connect knowledge with discovery, promote a love for learning, and cultivate wonder for God’s creation.

Who this program is for:

Families who want their children learning outside, disconnected from screens, and interacting with nature and other children in a healthy environment. These programs appeal to families who value physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health and development in addition to academic outcomes. These programs provide kids with the socialization, development, and learning benefits of nature school to complement their primary learning journey at home.

Curriculum:

Our Kindergarten program draws from various curriculum sources including Singapore Math, All About Reading, Wild Learning, and others.

2 Day (M/W) Forest Transitional Kindergarten Homeschool Enrichment

2 Day (T/R) Forest Transitional Kindergarten Homeschool Enrichment

1 Day Forest Transitional Kindergarten Homeschool Enrichment

Part-Time Forest Kindergarten Homeschool Enrichment

Class explanation: 

Our Kindergarten program allows children to explore the natural world and develop socialization while introducing academic subjects such as math and reading. Studies show the importance of play and nature experiences as foundational to cognitive development and later academic performance. Children run, explore, play with mud, build forts, discover forest creatures, learn about plants, experience the seasons, make up games together, sing songs, create art, listen to stories, develop emotional vocabulary, begin learning Spanish, memorize Scripture, and learn how to become more like Jesus. Math and reading lessons utilize outdoor elements to make learning fun, interactive, and effective. Supportive teachers draw lessons from nature through sensory-rich experiences that connect knowledge with discovery, promote a love for learning, and cultivate wonder for God’s creation.

Who this program is for:

Families who want their children learning outside, disconnected from screens, and interacting with nature and other children in a healthy environment. This program appeals to families who value physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health and development in addition to academic outcomes. These programs provide kids with the socialization, development, and learning benefits of nature school to complement their primary learning journey at home. 

Curriculum:

Our Kindergarten program draws from various curriculum sources including Singapore Math, All About Reading, Wild Learning, and others.

2 Day (M/W) Forest Kindergarten Homeschool Enrichment

2 Day (T/R) Forest Kindergarten Homeschool Enrichment

1 Day Forest Kindergarten Homeschool Enrichment

How to Apply:

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Fill out the application and pay the application fee ($50)

If accepted, you will receive a link via email to the enrollment forms. After you have submitted the forms and paid the enrollment fee ($450), your child's spot is secure.

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Expanding Next Year!

We plan to expand to offer a lower elementary multi-grade nature school experience in 2025-2026! More information to come! 

Our goal is to ultimately expand to provide transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade nature school education!

Contact us for Enrollment Information for the 2025-2026 school year!

Call 253-234-4640.