A nature‑based preschool where families grow together.
Every day, whatever the weather, kids get real time outside—and in spring and fall, class happens outdoors. As a co‑op, parents get to be part of the classroom and part of a community that shows up—for over 80 years.
Schedules & tuition
Why three hours?
Three hours a day, five days a week: a complete, intentional early-learning program. Our educators build a rich, nature-based curriculum around children's development, using play, exploration, stories, movement, and relationships to foster learning and growth. And a three-hour day makes co‑oping doable, so families can spend regular time in the classroom alongside their children.
Sky, grass, and trees are part of the classroom.
Play- and place-based learning in the "between the creeks" neighborhood. Outside every day, with nature brought indoors, too.
Explore our program →Substantial outdoor time, rain or shine. Cold, drizzle, and puddles are all part of the plan—kids just need the right gear.
Class happens entirely outside. The only thing that brings us in is a severe weather warning.
Nature comes in with us. Our renovated bungalow has floor‑to‑ceiling doors, natural light all around, and clear views outside from every corner of the classroom.
Their art, treated like art.
We honor children's artwork the way a museum honors a masterpiece. Each piece is matted and labeled with the artist's name and a title the child chooses and dictates themselves.
It's a small ritual that tells children their ideas matter—and you'll be amazed by the titles they come up with.
Know what really happens at school.
Every week our teachers write a story of the class—photos, the books we read, the pretend worlds kids dreamed up, and how they worked through the hard moments. Stories are shared privately with each class's families. Here's a peek at what one looks like.
You learn alongside your kid.
Parents learn alongside their children. Monthly parent education draws on decades of parent involvement and feedback, with practical ideas you can carry into family life.
A village for the whole family.
Families and teachers make this place what it is—seasonal school clean-ups, potlucks, playdates, and friendships that last well past preschool. And when life gets busy or hard, families look out for each other.
Every family belongs here.
Come see it for yourself.
Tour the school, meet the teachers, and ask us anything.