Certified Forest School programs run year-round at the Farm & Forest School and emphasize regular and repeated exposure to the same natural space, as the Forest School philosophy entails. This, in addition to child-directed, emergent, place-based, and inquiry-based learning, is what differentiates these types of programs from other outdoor and environmental education programs. As Forest School Canada states, the defining feature of this type of nature-based education program is that children are provided with opportunities to build an ongoing relationship with the land, with a dedicated educator, with one another, and with themselves.
Students attend single or multiple days per week for the entire school year. All of our Forest School programs are led by qualified childcare and/or education professionals. Our staff are either Ontario Certified Teachers, Early Childhood Educators, or have other relevant child care experience.
The following programs are being offered this year:
Part-Time, Offered Monday to Friday (Ages 2.5 - 3)
Part-Time, Offered Monday to Friday (Ages 4 - 6) and Monthly on Mondays
Part-Time, Offered Wednesday to Friday (Ages 6 - 12) and Monthly on Tuesdays
Does your child dream of spending time amongst trees, interacting with animals, and navigating risks around a forest floor? Then why not allow them to explore and learn at the same time? This Preschool program is designed for our youngest learners who are ready to explore the outdoors.
There are paths to be created, shelters to be built, experiments to be investigated, and animal tracks to be followed! These kinds of activities allow children to gain experiences with nature and animals while engaging in the Forest School pillars of trust, reciprocity, and freedom.
Forest School Preschool is open to students ages 2.5 – 3 (born in 2021 or 2022 and must be at least 2.5 years old for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year).
Schedule: Students attend either one day per week or multiple days per week (depending on availability). Programs are offered on school days, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm (with Before and After School Care options available).
Students attend each week (on their scheduled day) for the entire school year (September until June or whenever the student enrolls).
2023-2024 School Year: Monday, September 11th, 2023 – June 14th, 2024 (View calendar here)
2024-2025 School Year: Monday, September 9th, 2024 – June 9th, 2025 (View proposed calendar here)
Registration will be open for the following families:
Alumni Family Registration: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at noon
New Family Registration: Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 at noon
Programs are designed for students to attend each week (on their scheduled day) for the entire school year (September until June or whenever the student registers). View the 2023-2024 Forest School Calendar here (also found on our Resources page).
$70 per day per child (excluding holidays). Monthly installment plans are available. PRO-RATED
Educators: All of our Forest School programs are led by qualified childcare and/or education professionals. Our staff are either Ontario Certified Teachers, Early Childhood Educators, or have other relevant child care experience. Our staff are trained in First Aid with CPR and AED, as well, they all have recent clear Vulnerable Sector Checks.
Additionally, our Inclusion Facilitator is proud to offer support to children who may have a neurodivergent diagnosis, experience learning differences, and need occasional support to be successful during their Forest School or camp experience. The role of the Inclusion Facilitator is to support an individual child for a short period to reintegrate them back into their group.
Programs offer a 5:1 student-to-educator ratio for a maximum of 5 students per class.
Students must be able to communicate their needs for a restroom and be toilet trained. Also, students must not require naps while at Forest School. Although we realize that our youngest learners may be in the process of transitioning out of naptime, the expectation is that students have the stamina to enjoy an active, outdoor program for the full day.
Does your child dream of spending time amongst trees, interacting with animals, navigating risks around a forest floor? Then why not give them the opportunity to explore and learn at the same time?
There are paths to be created, shelters to be built, experiments to be investigated, and animal tracks to be followed! These kinds of activities allow children to gain experiences with nature and animals while engaging in various curriculum topics such as science, mathematics, health and physical education, and socio-emotional skills. Don’t forget to pack their rubber boots, and let them venture through the forest!
Forest School Kindergarten is open to students ages 4-6 years (born between 2018 – 2020).
Schedule: Students attend either one day per week or multiple days per week (depending on availability). Programs are offered on school days, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm (with Before and After School Care options available).
Students attend each week (on their scheduled day) for the entire school year (September until June or whenever the student enrolls).
2023-2024 School Year: Monday, September 11th, 2023 – June 14th, 2024 (View calendar here)
2024-2025 School Year: Monday, September 9th, 2024 – June 9th, 2025 (View proposed calendar here)
Registration will be open for the following families:
Alumni Family Registration: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at noon
New Family Registration: Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 at noon
Programs are designed for students to attend each week (on their scheduled day) for the entire school year (September until June or whenever the student registers).
$68 per day per child (excluding holidays). Monthly installment plans are available. PRO-RATED
Educators: All of our Forest School programs are led by qualified childcare and/or education professionals. Our staff are either Ontario Certified Teachers, Early Childhood Educators, or have other relevant child care experience. Our staff are trained in First Aid with CPR and AED, as well, they all have recent clear Vulnerable Sector Checks.
Additionally, our Inclusion Facilitator is proud to offer support to children who may have a neurodivergent diagnosis, experience learning differences, and need occasional support to be successful during their Forest School or camp experience. The role of the Inclusion Facilitator is to support an individual child for a short period to reintegrate them back into their group.
Programs offer an 8:1 student-to-educator ratio for a maximum of 16 students per class.
Students must be able to communicate their needs for a restroom and be toilet trained.
This program is designed for students ages 6 – 12 (born between 2012 – 2018) who are Homeschooled or in Public School and are looking for Forest School one day per week for the entire session.
Students will engage in various seasonal activities on-site such as caring for the farm animals, hiking, pond exploration, tree climbing, shelter/quinzee building, nature identification, animal tracking, and/or mushing (dog sledding). Programs involve activities that allow for connections to curriculum topics such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics, literacy, the arts, health and physical education, and socio-emotional literacy.
Schedule: Students attend either Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, based on availability (with Before and After School Care options available)
Students attend each week (on their scheduled day) for the entire school year (September until June or whenever the student enrolls).
2023-2024 School Year: Monday, September 11th, 2023 – June 14th, 2024 (View calendar here)
2024-2025 School Year: Monday, September 9th, 2024 – June 9th, 2025 (View proposed calendar here)
Registration will be open for the following families:
Alumni Family Registration: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at noon
New Family Registration: Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 at noon
Programs are designed for students to attend each week (on their scheduled day) for the entire school year (September until June or whenever the student registers).
$68 per day per child (excluding holidays). Monthly installment plans are available. PRO-RATED
Educators: All of our Forest School programs are led by qualified childcare and/or education professionals. Our staff are either Ontario Certified Teachers, Early Childhood Educators, or have other relevant child care experience. Our staff are trained in First Aid with CPR and AED, as well, they all have recent clear Vulnerable Sector Checks.
Additionally, our Inclusion Facilitator is proud to offer support to children who may have a neurodivergent diagnosis, experience learning differences, and need occasional support to be successful during their Forest School or camp experience. The role of the Inclusion Facilitator is to support an individual child for a short period to reintegrate them back into their group.
Programs offer an 8:1 student-to-educator ratio for a maximum of 16 students per class.
Welcome to our new Monthly Forest School program! New families and returning families are welcome to join us at the farm and in the forest for outdoor exploration and inquiry, animal interactions, gardening, risky play, mindfulness practices, agricultural learning, relationship building, and child-led learning. Registration opens on Tuesday, April 16th at 12:00 pm EST. Click on the green button below to log in or create an account and register.
View the school calendars below (see page 2):
2023-2024 School Year: Monday, September 11th, 2023 – June 14th, 2024 (View calendar here)
Kindergarten Classes
Monday Maples: Sept. 11, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4, Jan. 8, Feb. 5, Mar. 4, Apr. 15, May 6, Jun. 3
Monday Willows: Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 13, Dec. 11, Jan. 15, Feb. 12, Mar. 18, Apr. 8, May 13, Jun. 10
School Age Classes
Tuesday Cedars: Sept. 12, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan. 9, Feb. 6, Mar. 5, Apr. 2, May 7, Jun. 4
Tuesday Pines: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, Jan. 16, Feb. 13, Mar. 19, Apr. 9, May 14, Jun. 11
2024-2025 School Year: Monday, September 9th, 2024 – June 9th, 2025 (View proposed calendar here)
Registration will be open for the following families:
Alumni Family Registration: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at noon
New Family Registration: Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 at noon
Kindergarten Classes
Monday Maples: Sept. 9, Sept. 30, Nov. 4, Dec. 2, Jan. 6, Feb. 3, Mar. 3, Apr. 7, May 5, Jun. 2
Monday Willows: Sept. 16, Oct. 7, Nov. 11, Dec. 9, Jan. 13, Feb. 10, Mar. 17, Apr. 14, May 12, Jun. 9
Monday Birches: Sept. 23, Oct. 21, Nov. 18, Dec. 16, Jan. 20, Feb. 24, Mar. 24, Apr. 28, May 26
School Age Classes
Tuesday Cedars: Sept. 10, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 4, Apr. 1, May 6, Jun. 3
Tuesday Pines: Sept. 17, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 11, Mar. 18, Apr. 8, May 13, Jun. 10
Tuesday Spruce: Sept. 24, Oct. 15, Nov. 19, Dec. 17, Jan. 21, Feb. 18, Mar. 25, Apr. 15, May 20.
View the school calendars below (see page 2):
2023-2024 School Year: Monday, September 11th, 2023 – June 14th, 2024 (View calendar here)
Kindergarten Classes
Monday Maples: Sept. 11, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4, Jan. 8, Feb. 5, Mar. 4, Apr. 15, May 6, Jun. 3
Monday Willows: Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 13, Dec. 11, Jan. 15, Feb. 12, Mar. 18, Apr. 8, May 13, Jun. 10
School Age Classes
Tuesday Cedars: Sept. 12, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan. 9, Feb. 6, Mar. 5, Apr. 2, May 7, Jun. 4
Tuesday Pines: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, Jan. 16, Feb. 13, Mar. 19, Apr. 9, May 14, Jun. 11
2024-2025 School Year: Monday, September 9th, 2024 – June 9th, 2025 (View proposed calendar here)
Registration will be open for the following families:
Alumni Family Registration: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at noon
New Family Registration: Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 at noon
Kindergarten Classes
Monday Maples: Sept. 9, Sept. 30, Nov. 4, Dec. 2, Jan. 6, Feb. 3, Mar. 3, Apr. 7, May 5, Jun. 2
Monday Willows: Sept. 16, Oct. 7, Nov. 11, Dec. 9, Jan. 13, Feb. 10, Mar. 17, Apr. 14, May 12, Jun. 9
Monday Birches: Sept. 23, Oct. 21, Nov. 18, Dec. 16, Jan. 20, Feb. 24, Mar. 24, Apr. 28, May 26
School Age Classes
Tuesday Cedars: Sept. 10, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 4, Apr. 1, May 6, Jun. 3
Tuesday Pines: Sept. 17, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 11, Mar. 18, Apr. 8, May 13, Jun. 10
Tuesday Spruce: Sept. 24, Oct. 15, Nov. 19, Dec. 17, Jan. 21, Feb. 18, Mar. 25, Apr. 15, May 20.
Program Hours:
Drop off: 8:30-9:00 am
Pick up: 3:30-4:00 pm
Extended Day Care:
Before School Care (8:00-8:30 am) and After School Care (4:00-4:30 pm) options are available for an additional $9 each or $16 for both.
This program costs $72/day (9-10 Forest School days, depending on the class) for a total of $648 or $720 per student for the entire school year. This cost includes programming led by two qualified educators, all program materials and access to 150 acres of farm and forest program space.
Educators: All of our Forest School programs are led by qualified childcare and/or education professionals. Our staff are either Ontario Certified Teachers, Early Childhood Educators, or have other relevant child care experience. Our staff are trained in First Aid with CPR and AED, as well, they all have recent clear Vulnerable Sector Checks.
Additionally, our Inclusion Facilitator is proud to offer support to children who may have a neurodivergent diagnosis, experience learning differences, and need occasional support to be successful during their Forest School or camp experience. The role of the Inclusion Facilitator is to support an individual child for a short period to reintegrate them back into their group.
Programs offer an 8:1 student-to-educator ratio for a maximum of 16 students per class.
Students must be able to communicate their needs for a restroom and be toilet trained.
The following programs are being offered for 2024:
July and August, *NEW* 8 Weeks Offered, Available for Ages 2.5 - 14
March 11th - 15th, 2024, (FULL) Available for Ages 4-12
Summertime in the forest brings many new opportunities–longer days, more activities on the farm, and sunshine! Whether it is your child’s first time at camp or an experienced camper, staff will help them navigate this wonderful environment. Children are surrounded by nature, animals, and people who truly care about them.
Some activities may include pond exploration, caring for our farm animals, wildlife tracking, using tools, fire building, cookouts, plant identification, and problem-solving how to build the strongest forts.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 30th at 12:00 pm
Weekly camps offered weekdays (excluding statutory holidays)
8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Registration is for the entire week. Individual days are not available.
2024 Dates: 8 weeks available
Week 1: July 2nd – 5th (Short Week)
Week 2: July 8th – 12th
Week 3: July 15th – 19th
Week 4: July 22nd – 26th
Week 5: July 29th – August 2nd
Week 6: August 6th – 9th (Short Week)
Week 7: August 12th – 16th
*NEW* Week 8: August 19th – 23rd (Final Week)
Note: GROWTH Camp is only offered during Week 6 (Short Week) and Week 7.
2024 Weekly Rates:
Preschool Rate: $370* per week (Registration is for the entire week. Individual days are not available.)
Kindergarten and School Age Programs Rate: $360* per week (Registration is for the entire week. Individual days are not available.)
GROWTH Program Rate: $395* per week (Select weeks only (Week 6: August 2-6 and Week 7: August 12-16) (This allows for reduced rations of 5:1 as students will be participating in higher-risk activities. Registration is for the entire week. Individual days are not available.)
Leader In Training (LIT) Program Rate: $185* per week (Registration is for the entire week. Individual days are not available.)
These fees include:
– Qualified and caring staff
– All program materials and access to our gear library
– Camp t-shirt!
– Campfire cookout (light refreshments; campers are responsible for bringing their own packed lunch and snacks each day)
*Please note that the weeks of July 2nd – 5th and August 6th – 9th have a reduced rate of $296 for Preschool, $288 for Kindergarten and School Age, $316 for GROWTH Camp, and $148 for LIT Camp for the week due to being 4-day camp weeks (due to the Statutory Holidays). These prices will be reflected online during the registration process.
Overview
Educators: All of our Head Counsellors are either Ontario Certified Teachers, Early Childhood Educators, or have other relevant childcare experience. Our staff are trained in First Aid with CPR and AED, as well, they all have recent clear Vulnerable Sector Checks.
Additionally, our Inclusion Facilitator is proud to offer support to children who may have a neurodivergent diagnosis, experience learning differences, and need occasional support to be successful during their Forest School or camp experience. The role of the Inclusion Facilitator is to support an individual child for a short period to reintegrate them back into their group.
Preschool: Ages 2.5 – 3
5 campers, 1 staff, 1 group; FULL for all weeks. Join the Waitlist
Kindergarten: Ages 4 – 6
24 campers, 3 staff, 1 group; FULL for all weeks. Join the Waitlist
School Age: Ages 6.5 – 12
16 campers, 2 staff, 1 group; FULL for all weeks. Join the Waitlist
Specialty Camp: GROWTH: Ages 10 – 13
10 campers, 2 staff, 1 group
Select weeks only (Week 6 (August 2-6) and Week 7 (August 12-16))
Leader-In-Training (LIT): Ages 11 – 14
3 LITs per week
More Details
Preschool, Kindergarten, and School Age Camps
These camps follow the tenets of Forest School, as outlined in these 10 Forest School Principles. With a wide age group of participants, opportunities for exchanging ideas, sharing, and mentoring become plentiful. Our programs are designed around the campers’ interests, the weather, and the amazing places our property has to offer.
Offerings may include:
|
|
GROWTH (Grounded, Risky Outdoor Wanders Towards Health)
The goal of GROWTH camp is to help the campers learn how to persevere through challenges, build confidence, and become young leaders. Throughout the week, campers will be given a variety of opportunities to work on each of these goals with a final challenge on Friday.
The GROWTH camp upholds the 10 Forest School principles, including being child-led and inquiry-based. We are fortunate to have enough time in our days to offer adult mentoring and lessons while letting the day unfold according to the group’s interests.
Campers will be participating in daily wanders throughout our property where an educator will lead planned lessons that focus on the following:
LIT (Leaders in Training)
This program focuses on developing leadership skills in connection with working with younger campers. Participants will work with their fellow LITs to build trust, complete teamwork challenges, increase their self-awareness, and build self-confidence. Participants will work with younger campers in many capacities, such as assisting counsellors with preparing materials for makerspace activities, games, and activities, supporting campers who enjoy having a special older ‘friend’, eating lunch with campers, etc. LITs will set stretch goals for themselves, such as leading a group activity, song, or story for the group. Participants should be ready to help and serve in order to foster leadership skills. Although they will come alongside the younger campers in a play-based environment, their role is to assist in leading the group (not playing themselves).
8:00-8:30 – Drop-off
8:30-9:00 – Morning meeting (this may include Land Acknowledgment, Sit Spots, review of the upcoming activities)
9:00-9:30 – 1st snack
9:30-12:00 – Morning adventure
12:00-12:30 – Lunch
12:30-1:00 – Free play, centre time
1:00-2:30 – Afternoon adventure
2:30-3:00 – 2nd snack
3:00-4:00 – End of day reflection, group games, or activities
4:00-4:30 – Pick-up
The seasons will determine which activities will be available on the farm and in the forest. Each one brings new adventures and learning experiences. With a wide age group of participants, opportunities for exchanging ideas, sharing and mentoring become plentiful. Our programs are designed around the campers’ interests, the weather, and the amazing places our property has to offer.
Offerings may include:
8:00-8:30 – Drop-off
8:30-9:00 – Morning meeting (this may include Land Acknowledgment, Sit Spots, review of the upcoming activities)
9:00-9:30 – 1st snack
9:30-12:00 – Morning adventure
12:00-12:30 – Lunch
12:30-1:00 – Free play, centre time
1:00-2:30 – Afternoon adventure
2:30-3:00 – 2nd snack
3:00-4:00 – End of day reflection, group games, or activities
4:00-4:30 – Pick-up
Ages: 4 – 6 years old (born in 2017, 2018, 2019)
Dates: Daily from Monday, March 11th – Friday, March 15th, 2024
Rate: $360 for the week (Registration is for the entire week. Individual days are not available.)
Schedule:
8:00 – 8:30 am drop-off
4:00 – 4:30 pm pick-up
Educators: All of our Head Counsellors are either Ontario Certified Teachers, Early Childhood Educators, or have other relevant child care or child development experience. Our staff are trained in First Aid with CPR and AED, as well, they all have recent clear Vulnerable Sector Checks.
Ages: 7 – 12 years old (born between 2011-2016)
Dates: Daily from Monday, March 11th – Friday, March 15th, 2024
Rate: $360 for the week (Registration is for the entire week. Individual days are not available.)
Schedule:
8:00 – 8:30 am drop-off
4:00 – 4:30 pm pick-up
Educators: All of our Head Counsellors are either Ontario Certified Teachers, Early Childhood Educators, or have other relevant child care or child development experience. Our staff are trained in First Aid with CPR and AED, as well, they all have recent clear Vulnerable Sector Checks.
Join us for additional programs that include the whole family or your class.
The following programs are being offered this year:
Newborn to 5 years old
Unavailable at this time
Group Events & More
Educator: Brittany Kivell, Registered Early Childhood Educator
Suitable for babies and children ages 0 – 24 months: Although Nature Baby and Forest Family are play-based, Nature Baby usually occurs in the forested area closer to our main site. On the other hand, Forest Family includes a short, guided hike and programming targeted to children ages 2-5 years. For this reason, families with children between 18 and 24 months can choose which class is best suited for their child.
Join us in the forest and on the farm in our 8-week Nature Baby classes where families will learn and explore while immersed in nature. Each week will bring a new adventure to families as they will be guided by Brittany Kivell, a Registered Early Childhood Educator. This program follows the tenets of Forest School, as outlined in these 10 Forest School Principles. Program activities may include nature hikes, loose part play, art and music, animal interactions, mud and bugs, campfire treats and more.
Please note: You may bring a stroller or baby carrier/wrap however, some of our trails are not suitable for strollers.
Spring 2024 Wednesday Class (am)
10:00 – 11:00 am – 8 weeks in duration from April, 17 – June 5, 2024
Spring 2024 Thursday Class (am)
10:00 – 11:00 am – 8 weeks in duration from April, 18 – June 6, 2024
This program follows the tenets of Forest School, as outlined in these 10 Forest School Principles. Program activities may include nature hikes, loose part play, art and music, animal interactions, mud and bugs, campfire treats and more.
Nature Baby Spring Session: $180 per family (Registration is for the entire 8-week session. Individual days are not available.)
These fees include:
– Qualified and caring staff
– All program materials
– Special Guest
– One Campfire Cookout (light refreshments; nut-free snack)
Cancellation Policy: You must advise CFFS staff of any changes or your intentions to withdraw from the program with 30 days written notice in order to waive the payment penalty of the $50 Cancellation Fee. If you cancel with 30 days written notice, we charge a $30 Administration Fee and refund the remainder of your payment. If you cancel with less than 30 days written notice, we charge a $50 Cancellation fee and do not issue a refund.
Please note: You may bring a stroller or baby carrier/wrap however, some of our trails are not suitable for strollers.
Educator: Brittany Kivell, Registered Early Childhood Educator
Suitable for children ages 2 – 5: Although Nature Baby and Forest Family are play-based, Nature Baby usually occurs in the forested area closer to our main site. On the other hand, Forest Family includes a short, guided hike and programming targeted to children ages 2-5 years. For this reason, families with children between 18 and 24 months can choose which class is best suited for their child.
Join us in the forest and on the farm in our 8-week Forest Family classes where families will learn and explore while immersed in nature. Each week will bring a new adventure to families as they will be guided by Brittany Kivell, a Registered Early Childhood Educator. This program follows the tenets of Forest School, as outlined in these 10 Forest School Principles. Program activities may include nature hikes, loose part play, art and music, animal interactions, mud and bugs, campfire treats and more.
Please note: You may bring a stroller or baby carrier/wrap however, some of our trails are not suitable for strollers or wagons.
Spring 2024 Thursday Class (pm)
1:30 – 2:30 pm – 8 weeks in duration from April, 18 – June 6, 2024
Spring 2024 Friday Class (am)
10:00 – 11:00 am – 8 weeks in duration from April, 19 – June 7, 2024
This program follows the tenets of Forest School, as outlined in these 10 Forest School Principles. Program activities may include nature hikes, loose part play, art and music, animal interactions, mud and bugs, campfire treats and more.
Forest Family Spring Session: $180 per family (Registration is for the entire 8-week session. Individual days are not available.)
These fees include:
– Qualified and caring staff
– All program materials
– Special Guest
– One Campfire Cookout (light refreshments; nut-free snack)
Cancellation Policy: You must advise CFFS staff of any changes or your intentions to withdraw from the program with 30 days written notice in order to waive the payment penalty of the $50 Cancellation Fee. If you cancel with 30 days written notice, we charge a $30 Administration Fee and refund the remainder of your payment. If you cancel with less than 30 days written notice, we charge a $50 Cancellation fee and do not issue a refund.
Please note: You may bring a stroller or baby carrier/wrap however, some of our trails are not suitable for strollers and wagons.
Educator: Brittany Kivell, Registered Early Childhood Educator
Suitable for babies and children ages Newborn – 5 years: Winter Explorers is a one-hour program dedicated to connecting children and families to the wonderful outdoors. In this program, families will learn about how to dress for the weather, engage in short-guided hikes, learn new games, and most importantly, play! This program is led by Brittany Kivell who is a Forest and Nature Practitioner, Registered Early Childhood Educator, and a mother of two young boys. You can look forward to playing in the snow, tapping trees, and making maple syrup during this 6-week program. This program also follows the tenets of Forest School, as outlined in these 10 Forest School Principles.
Please note: You may bring a stroller or baby carrier/wrap however, some of our trails are not suitable for strollers.
2024 Class Schedule:
Tuesday Class (am)
10:00 – 11:00 am – 6 weeks in duration from Tuesday, February 13th until Tuesday, March 26th (Excludes March Break)
Wednesday Class (pm)
1:30 – 2:30 pm – 6 weeks in duration from Wednesday, February 14th until Wednesday, March 27th (Excludes March Break)
Thursday Class (am)
10:00 – 11:00 am – 6 weeks in duration from Thursday, February 15th until Thursday, March 28th (Excludes March Break)
Friday Class (am)
10:00 – 11:00 am – 6 weeks in duration from Friday, February 9th until Friday, March 22nd (Excludes March Break)
This program follows the tenets of Forest School, as outlined in these 10 Forest School Principles. Program activities may include nature hikes, loose part play, art and music, animal interactions, snow play, campfire treats and more.
Winter Explorers – 2025 Rates coming in late 2024 (Registration is for the entire 6-week session. Individual days are not available.)
These fees include:
– Qualified and caring staff
– All program materials
– Special Guest
– One Campfire Cookout (light refreshments; nut-free snack)
Cancellation Policy: You must advise CFFS staff of any changes or your intentions to withdraw from the program with 30 days written notice to waive the payment penalty of the $50 Cancellation Fee. If you cancel with 30 days written notice, we charge a $30 Administration Fee and refund the remainder of your payment. If you cancel with less than 30 days written notice, we charge a $50 Cancellation fee and do not issue a refund.
Please note: You may bring a sled or tobaggan, or stroller, or carrier/wrap however, some of our trails are not suitable for strollers.
This program will not be offered for the 2023-2024 school year. Please check back for future changes and offerings.
Thinking of planning an event with your organization? Contact us at info@cambridgefarmandforest.ca to inquire about renting the event space.
View the Our Site section to view details about each space on the site.
If you’re interested in viewing the site to see if it would be suitable for your event, please email info@cambridgefarmandforest.ca
The Farm & Forest School will be proudly hosting the Forest School Practitioners Course in partnership with Forest School Canada and the Child & Nature Alliance of Canada.
Spring Course: The modular course is scheduled to take place at our site on May 3rd -5th, 2024 and May 25th – 26th, 2024.
Fall Course: The modular course is scheduled to take place at our site on October 5th -6th, 2024 and October 18th – 20th, 2024.
Registration is now open! Register at: https://childnature.ca/forest-school-canada/
For more information, visit: Child and Nature Alliance of Canada’s website or contact Forest School Canada at admin@childnature.ca
Be among the first to hear about upcoming events, program availability, and exciting activities happening at Farm & Forest School!
Farm & Forest School Office
3238 Old Beverly Rd
Cambridge, ON, Canada
N1R 5S7
226-533-9591, press 1
Attendance:
Email admin@cambridgefarmandforest.ca
School Hours:
Drop-off 8:30 – 9:00 am
Pick-up 3:30 – 4:00 pm
Camp Hours:
Drop-off 8:00 – 8:30 am
Pick-up 4:00 – 4:30 pm
