Forest Families is styled after traditional forest Kindergartens, but designed for both caregivers and children to attend. This gives you the opportunity to learn and experience the benefits of nature play alongside your child, especially if they aren’t quite ready for a drop-off program. Each week, we engage in songs and gratitude around the fire circle, along with plenty of unstructured play in the woods. The day flows freely and can be adjusted to meet the needs of the group. 

Forest Families is ideal for ages 2 to 5, though we welcome younger children to join, as well. Attendees need to come dressed for the weather and bring their own water and snacks.

Cost

Members: $275 for parent and one child, $137.50 per additional child

Non-Members: $310 for parent and one child, $155 per additional child

Drop-ins welcome if there is space, inquire for details.

Tuition assistance information is available here. New applications for support are reviewed on a first come, first served basis and are being accepted now.

SIGN UP

Registration for the Spring session opens January 12, 2026 (members) and January 14, 2026 (non-members). If you aren’t a member yet, join us here.

If the session is full, email registration@redoaksforestschool.org with the location and class name to be added to the waiting list.