Notchcliff Nature Preschool is a joyful way for young children, ages 3-5 to play and explore in nature. This is a drop-off program led by two caring adult guides with a maximum of 10 children. The program is held on Fridays and takes place entirely outdoors. (If there is an extreme weather emergency, we have sheltered space at Glen Meadows Retirement Community in the "Chesapeake Room".)

Family Fridays: One Friday per month, families attend a local outing with their children to a nearby wild space. These outings provide space for families to connect as a learning community while we discover many more gems in our community. (See attached program calendar.)

Tuition: We offer a sliding scale tuition model for families to pay what they can. Please note that enrollment is for the full program year, Sept. 6, 2019 - May 29, 2020.

Payment schedule: First payment is due upon enrollment; second payment due Nov. 1, third payment due Feb. 1, and final payment due Apr. 1. Reminders with individual balances will be sent approximately two weeks before payments are due. 

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

Family Agreement & Handbook: Immersive outdoor learning means just that - we are outdoors in all kinds of weather! Please read and sign the handbook and Family Agreement to acknowledge important policies that guide our program. (See attached copies of the Family Agreement and program calendar.) Family Agreement_Notchcliff Nature Preschool.pdf and Program Schedule 2019_2020.pdf

Gear is essential for children to freely explore and play outdoors. Review the attached gear resource to make sure your child is prepared. Gear for Outdoor Exploration.pdf