About
Wild Roots Forest School offers Mixed Age Preschool for ages 2 1/2 years to 6 years, with two to five days a week from 8:45 am to 1:00 pm. It also offers a Kindergarten Program for ages 5 years and 6 years, with five days a week from 8:45 am to 1:45 pm. Wild Roots Summer Camps are for 3-7 year olds and are registering for Summer 2026.
Programs
- Mixed Age Preschool — Ages 2 1/2 years to 6 years · Two to five days a week, 8:45 am - 1:00 pm · Annual base tuition varies by days per week: 5 days $12,390; 4 days $10,440; 3 days $8,620; 2 days $6,560.
- Kindergarten Program — Ages 5 years and 6 years · Five days a week, 8:45 am - 1:45 pm · Annual base tuition is $13,890.
- Summer Camps — 3-7 year olds · Wild Roots Summer Camps for 3-7 year olds are registering for Summer 2026.
At a glance
- Ages: 2–7 years old
- Current session: Wild Roots Sept 2026 - June 2027 program year (Sep 1–Jun 30, 2027)
About the provider
Wild Roots has been operating since 1998. The director is Lia Grippo. The program says it offers a curriculum rich in direct experience with Nature that nurtures a sense of community and belonging among children, families and the land. Wild Roots is North America's longest operating Forest School.
- Tours for Parents — parents of young children who are currently under two years old · Available to observe mixed age preschool and kindergarten classes.
- Parent-Child Visits — at least 2 yrs old · For parents interested in enrolling their child; the child must be at least 2 yrs old.
- Programs for Adults
- Parenting Education
- Reclaiming Nature Connection
- Forest Kindergarten Teacher Training
- Homefolk
Application fee is $25. Annual enrollment and materials fee is $500. Applications for 4 or 5 day enrollment are given priority for placement. Rolling enrollment is available in the current program year depending on space. Parent-child visits require a submitted application and the child must be at least 2 yrs old. Tours for parents are intended for parents of young children under two years old.
Last updated October 7, 2026.
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