Programs

Does your toddler miss the cutoff for Nature Preschool or Nature PlaySchool? Toddler Tree School is an introductory class for two and three year olds. Tots explore nature through hikes, outdoor exploration, sensory activities, dramatic play, songs, stories and art. No class March 24 or 26. Priority registration begins November 9th and participants will have received an email with further information. Registration for new students begins Monday, November 30th for Residents and Friday, December 4th for Non-Residents. Payment plan option available until December 14.

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Join Wildwood and Wonder Stream™ for an adventure rooted in inclusion, exploration, and the natural world. With a combined mission to provide programs and natural experiences for children with developmental delays, mobility needs, speech needs, autism spectrum disorder, sensory needs and more. Each class creates a supportive environment where children can explore, create, and experience joy at their own pace. Led by a trained team of pediatric therapists and Wildwood instructors who understand neurodiversity and individualized support needs, our program ensures every child feels included and valued. With predictable routines, visual schedules, and sensory-friendly spaces, Wonder Stream along with Wildwood Staff will help remove the barriers that often exist in traditional extracurricular activities. Parents can feel confident knowing their child is safely engaging in enriching experiences that foster confidence, connection, curiosity, and a lifelong respect for the natural world.

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Hike the trails around the pond, prairie, and woodland, draw in journals, turn over logs to look for insects and worms, sled down hills and trek through the snow, and get to know the animals at Wildwood while developing lifelong learning skills. Nature PlaySchool rotates curriculum, exploring different seasonal nature and science topics. This allows your child to attend a unique program for two years. All children must be completely toilet trained to participate no pull-ups or diapers. A $50 non-refundable deposit required at registration.

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Extend your Preschool or PlaySchool day at Lunch Bunch. Bring your lunch then enjoy free play indoors and outdoors after your meal. Children are escorted to and from lunch and the Nature Preschool, Nature PlaySchoo, Maine Park Preschool, and Wildwood Early Childhood programs by staff. No class on days that Preschool or Playschool are not in session.

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Priority Registration for children currently enrolled in Fall 2026/Winter 2027 programming. Open registration is the same as Winter Registration dates. Adventure awaits between the end of school and the start of summer camps! Join Wildwood Nature Preschool’s staff as we explore ponds, prairies, animals, and the amazing natural world at Wildwood. Children must be completely potty trained. No diapers, pull ups, or training pants. To extend your day, please sign up for Mayflies: Lunch Bunch.

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