Bookworm Gardens’ Nature School
explore, discover, and learn in our nine-month nature-based early-childhood program.
The Bookworm Gardens Nature School shares the mission to "inspire the love of books and nature in the young and young at heart". Using nature as a catalyst for learning, we aim to foster a sense of wonder through play and inquiry-based exploration.
Now Open: Enrollment FOR the 2025/2026 school year!
Enrollment for the 2025 / 2026 School Year
Parents will begin the process of enrolling their children by completing an online application form (open December 1 - January 31).
Questions can be directed to Ms. Rachel, Preschool Director
Enrollment is not on a first-come, first-served basis. If the number of applicants exceeds available seats (16), a lottery will take place on February 3, 2025 in accordance with the lottery protocols.
Families will be notified the week of February 3, 2025 about their status:
• Accepted Students: If selected, families must confirm their acceptance by the date indicated in the acceptance letter. A non-refundable deposit of $250 is due at that time.
• Waitlisted Students: If no seats are available, students will be placed on the waitlist in the order determined by the lottery. Should a seat become available, families will be contacted accordingly.
Stay up to date by filling out our Interest Survey below
key dates
December 2 - January 31: enrollment sign up is available for the following school year
February 3: enrollment lottery will take place. Families will be notified on February 3 if they have been chosen through the lottery or added to the waitlist for the upcoming school year.
February 14: non-refundable deposit due for families that have been chosen through the lottery for the upcoming school year.
September: 2025 / 2026 classes begin
Specifics:
Our two days a week Nature School takes place Tuesday / Thursday mornings from 9 AM - 12 PM. The 24/25 class is currently full.
Students age 3-4 are welcome. Students must be age 3 by September 1 of the upcoming school year.
Classes take place onsite September - May throughout the Gardens. Students spend over 50% of their day outside (unless there are severe weather conditions).
Our max class size is 16 students with two educators.
Classes are tuition-based. Scholarships opportunities may be available.
2025/2026 Tuition: $2,450 member: about $273 per month (x9 months) (Student household must hold current membership, 20% discount off non-member rate)
2025/2026 Tuition: $3,063 non-member: about $341 per month (x9 months)
Our Philosophy
Based upon seasonal changes, our nature-based curriculum includes daily outdoor discovery of the Gardens that incorporates:
Social Emotional Learning
Art, Movement, Music + Dramatic Play
Cooking + Food Experiences
Science + Math Discovery
Language Exploration
Large + Small Motor Skill Development
We look forward to nurturing your child’s curiosity and helping them explore their love of learning through nature and literature!
Our Core Values
At Bookworm Gardens, we value:
Play As Learning
Seasonal Exploration
Respect for the Natural World
Hands-on Discovery
Meet our Teachers
Ms. Rachel, Preschool Director
Rachel has been an educator at Bookworm Gardens for 5+ years. She has a passion for incorporating nature-based learning into early childhood education and has worked in preschools, daycares, and public schools for over twelve years.
Ms. Bianca, early childhood education coordinator
Bianca has been an educator in our program since Fall 2021. In Spring 2022 she joined us full time to coordinate our Summer Camp, and Early Childhood Programs! Prior to teaching at Bookworm, she taught as a public school teacher and in various other early childhood education settings. She is passionate about using play and inquiry-based learning to foster children’s connection to nature.
