The local family fun destination, Learning Tree Farm, is proud to announce the first of its kind, Nature Preschool to Dayton Ohio!
Opening in the Fall of 2016, Learning Tree Farm Nature Preschool will educate children ages three through five for two to three days a week. The Nature Preschool building is located on the farm grounds which allows the children their own space with easy access to Learning Tree Farm’s 85 acres of field, farm and forest.
What is a Nature Preschool?
In a nature preschool, all components of a high-quality traditional program are present, but the environment and medium for discovery and learning are the outdoors. Children discover local flora and fauna during their exploration of the environment; staff builds upon that curiosity by providing literature, projects and structure that expand their understanding of these phenomena. Mathematics, science, social skills, and physical skills are seamlessly woven into this content. There is an emphasis on process art (i.e. free painting using a variety of materials, which are chosen by the child) vs. product art (i.e. making a group of something that look identical). Materials are chosen intentionally to complement the natural classroom spaces found inside and outside.
Learning Tree Farm Nature Preschool’s Philosophy:
- We believe that concrete daily experiences in nature with ample time to explore, builds children’s ability to problem solve and self regulate.
- Our emergent and child-centered curriculum will allow us to investigate nature and the farm using a multidisciplinary approach.
- Harnessing children’s natural curiosity and using multiple senses, we are able to meet children’s developmental needs while creating a deep connection with nature.
- We believe that early repeated exposure to the natural world will facilitate a growth of personal identity and an understanding of the interconnection between humans and their environments.
How can I find out more?
Attend an Open House! The next one is {TOMORROW } March 5, 2016 from 10:00AM-12:00PM. This event will allow families to see the Preschool space and meet some of the staff. You can also email Learning Tree Farm’s Education Director at [email protected] to find out more about the school or to arrange a personal tour.
This is a sponsored post for Learning Tree Farm. We agreed to share this new program with our readers, as we felt it complimented our purpose of educating parents on what is available in our community. We are excited for this program and to report back once we are able to experience it for ourselves.
