Forest Preschool (SY2025-26)

Notchcliff Forest Preschool is a joyful way for young children to play and explore in nature. This is a drop-off program that runs for a school year (Sept. - May) led by two caring adult guides with a maximum of 12 children. Classes meet from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

2025-2026 Forest Preschool:

Sept. 2, 2025 - May 22, 2026 from 9:30 - 12:30 p.m. (Morning Session)

Monday/Wednesday: Chickadees class

Tuesday/Thursday: Spotted Fawns class  

Friday: Red Foxes class  

Future Offerings (Pending Outdoor Preschool Licensing. Learn more about this important initiative here:

12:30 - 3:00 p.m. (Afternoon Session) - Currently enrolled families will have the option to extend their day.

Outdoor Learning Forest preschool classes take place 100% outdoors. We gear up and enjoy the weather, rain or shine, in all seasons! In extreme circumstances or emergency situations, we have access to a classroom in the main building of Glen Meadows Retirement Community. We are currently renovating an RV that will serve as a new Mobile Nature Classroom, which will also double as emergency shelter space.

Family Involvement Families actively participate in our learning adventures! We welcome you into the forest to play during select Family Forest Days. We also offer monthly opportunities for families to attend a local outing at a nearby wild space for field trips. These outings allow families to develop kinship while we discover many more gems in our community. We also hold special activities with our 'grand friends' at the retirement community. (Calendar with details will be sent upon enrollment.)

Family Agreement & Handbook Immersive outdoor learning means just that - we are outdoors in all kinds of weather! We require that all parents read and sign our handbook and Family Agreement to acknowledge important policies that guide our programs.

Our calendar, gear guide, and other helpful details are provided in your confirmation email. We look forward to amazing adventures with you and your child

Enrollment Requirements Your child must be three years old by Sept. 1 of the program year when s/he begins. Toilet-training is not required, but please let us know about this sensitive topic in advance so we can best support your child's needs.  

Payments Initial Deposits, non-refundable, are paid when you enroll. You will then receive an invoice to set up your following 8 monthly payments (Sept 1 - April 1). If space is available, some sessions may be prorated for Jan. - May.

Note: Enrollment is for a school year commitment. If you must cancel your enrollment before the end of the program year, you are responsible for the balance of your registration until another child can fill the spot. 

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If you need financial assistance, limited funding is available. We never want funding to be a barrier to our program, but please know that assistance is limited and designed for families with significant financial need. Please contact us to learn more.