Preschool Program
Ages 2.9-4 | Fully Licensed | Now Enrolling for the 2025-26 School Year
Enrollment Now Open for
the 2025-26 School Year
We believe that relating to all people, animals, wildlife, trees, and the natural environment helps children to understand that they are just a small part of the ecosystem and are responsible for leaving the world as they found it. Through play-based learning, natural discovery, and creative thinking, our hope is that Wildwood students will develop a greater love of nature, responsibility for the planet, and respect for all people, living creatures, plant life, and water sources.
Experiential learning activities range from planting and growing their own food, churning their own dairy snacks, taking care of animals, foraging in the woods, and experiencing the natural world around them in a prism of ways. And let’s not forget simple childhood joys like crafts, building fires, sledding, and having snowball fights in the winter!
2025-2026 School Year:
Preschool (age 2.9-4): 8:30-12:00 daily (after-hour care until 3pm is available)
Fall Semester: September 15, 2025 - January 30, 2026
Winter/Spring Semester: February 16, 2025 - June 18, 2026
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The school year runs September 15, 2025 - June 18, 2026 with all Monday holidays observed.
Semester I: September 16, 2025-January 30th, 2026
Thanksgiving Break: November 26-28, 2025
Holiday Break: December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026
Winter Break: February 2 - 13, 2026
Semester II: February 17th-June 18, 2026 (no weekly breaks)
Aftercare is available if arranged before school starts, until 3:00pm each day.
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Mondays focus on Social-Emotional Development: Through engaging activities, group discussions, and hands-on experiences, students develop self-awareness, empathy, and resilience. They practice skills that support healthy relationships, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution.
Tuesdays focus on Language Arts: Students engage in storytelling, writing, and reading activities inspired by the natural world around them.
Wednesdays focus on Mathematics: Through real-life problem-solving scenarios in our farm and forest environments, students develop a strong foundation in mathematical concepts.
Thursdays focus on Science/Social Studies: Our vast outdoor classroom provides endless opportunities for scientific exploration, observation, and experimentation. Students learn about sustainability, community, and the interconnectedness of all living things through our farm and forest experiences.
Fridays are only available for families who choose our full week Farm & Forest Preschool program.
Arts and crafts are typically a part of every day. We encourage creativity and self-expression through nature-inspired art projects using materials found in our surroundings.
Note: You may choose one or more days per week to attend, but you may not swap days mid-semester.
Half-Day Program
Our preschool program runs Monday - Friday from 8:30am - 12:00pm. When you register, you will be offered the option to extend to a full day (see more information below).
The per-day rate for the full school year is $2,614. This includes the cost of all supplies, there are no additional costs.
Payment plans are available running from now through December 2025. Registering early means reducing your monthly payments.
Full-Day Program
We are pleased to offer a convenient aftercare program that extends your child’s day from 12:00pm - 3:00pm. During this time, your child will continue their day with their preschool teacher, and may join age-appropriate activities with the older group.
Our experienced staff members are dedicated to providing attentive care and ensuring that each child feels safe, supported, and engaged until they are picked up by their authorized guardian. If you have any questions about our preschool full-day program or would like to enroll your child, please select this option during registration.
