LITTLE EXPLORERS
Little Explorers
Children Need Nature!
All the evidence is out there to suggest that children need access to nature to explore, learn and grow. This program offers a safe and guided curriculum that combines the best of outdoor philosophies to provide children with the tools to explore the world around them. It provides a growth mindset learning model that follows appropriate learning standards for 15 month-olds to 8 year-olds and allows them to: Foster a love for learning; Have confidence in themselves and their abilities; Grow a strong learning foundation for school preparedness; Be a steward for nature and change in the world; Discover emotions, teamwork, and responsibility.
Information
Tours
Come and see what all the excitement is about:
Scheduled tours are held on Tuesdays at 9:00. Space is limited so please contact (email or phone) for your appointment slot.
Daily Schedule
Routines are important for this age so we strive to keep to a structured schedule to provide comfort, predictability, and expression within the children. However, we do know that spontaneity is important at this age too and curiosity can get the best of us. We utilize these magical moments as flexible stops in our daily schedule to encourage curiosity and excitement in learning.
Bathrooms
Bathrooms are available at all locations but make sure that your child has recently used the bathroom prior to the start of class to avoid initial delays to the start of the day. By Sept 1 to follow district age requirements for school, potty trained is a must.
Weather
In case of inclement weather, options will be provided to ensure the safety and wellbeing of each child. We will follow district and county advisories to determine full closures. These will be announced on Storypark prior to session start.
Absences
If you need to miss a session for any reason please contact the instructor prior to the start of class. No refunds will be given for absent days.
Behavior
This is a family environment and respect for all staff, caregivers, and children are required. Failure to do so will involve removal from the program. Persistent behavioral problems will be discussed with parent/caregiver group and staff to determine a community course of action.
Communication
Communication is vital for success. Access to phone, email, and social platform (Story Park) will be utilized to communicate about children’s progress, care, images, site updates, and weather.
* Explorer directory will be provided at the start of class to coordinate and foster relationships.