Wild Roots Forest School

Wild Roots Forest School engages children in foraging, recognizing plants that can heal or harm, tracking and observing animals, and observing changes on the land. The program also includes painting, drawing, crafting, playing in nature’s playground, and using wild harvested materials in play and work. Classes are infused with songs, games, poetry, storytelling, and plays.

• Ages: 3–7 years old

Wild Roots Forest School offers a fully outdoor mixed age preschool, a forest kindergarten, and summer camps. The program follows a strong daily rhythm and small class size with high adult/child ratios. Students learn to identify local flora and fauna, recognize patterns in nature, build physical prowess, agility, and confidence, and develop a solid foundation for lifelong learning. Creative work in the program develops a keen memory, a rich vocabulary, the firm foundation for future literacy, and a strong sense of rhythm. The mission of Wild Roots is to offer a curriculum rich in direct experience with Nature that nurtures a sense of community and belonging among children, families, and the land. Wild Roots Forest School is North America's longest operating Forest School and has been meeting the world with wonder since 1998. The Director is Lia Grippo.

Last updated July 2, 2026.