Wild Roots
Wild Nook Foundations (K–1)
Outdoor, play-based enrichment for kindergarten & early elementary learners
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Wild Roots is our play-based, nature-centered enrichment program for kindergarten and first-grade learners. In a small, mixed-age community, children explore, create, and learn through hands-on experiences that build confidence, curiosity, and collaboration.
Christian faith and faith-informed values are gently woven into our days through conversations, stories, gratitude, prayer, and care for creation, while play, connection, and development remain at the heart of the curriculum.
What to Expect
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Outdoor, play-based exploration and hands-on projects
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Creative thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving
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Social-emotional growth through peer connection, flexibility, and confidence
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Foundational academic skills integrated naturally through meaningful experiences
Is Wild Nook a Good Fit?
Wild Roots may be a good fit for families who value:
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Play-based, experiential learning
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Regular outdoor exploration in varied weather
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Social-emotional growth and meaningful peer connection
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A calm, supportive, part-time enrichment program
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Christian faith and values gently woven into daily experiences
Wild Roots may not be the right fit for families looking for:
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Full-day childcare
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Traditional tutoring or academic remediation
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A secular program where Christian faith is not part of the classroom experience
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A primarily indoor classroom setting
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A few things to know:
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Children must meet the kindergarten age requirement by September 1, 2026.
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Children should be able to participate in small-group experiences with growing independence.
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Families should be comfortable with regular outdoor learning in most weather conditions.
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Space is intentionally limited to maintain a low child-to-teacher ratio.
Also Part of the Wild Nook Learning Path
Wild Sprouts & Wild Buds
Play-based outdoor preschool (ages 3–5)
Wild Explorers
Caregiver-and-child nature enrichment (ages 2–8)
Summer Camp
A playful, nature-filled summer experience for children ages 3–6
To learn more about how values and faith are thoughtfully woven into daily life may visit our Faith & Learning page.