Outdoor Education for Toddlers
BOPN supports toddler development through school year and seasonal programs focused on sensory exploration, gross and fine motor skills, and building social-emotional foundations for preschool readiness.
Our toddler programs serve children ages 15 months - 2.11 years.
Options vary by location.
Toddler Programs
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Weekdays | 9AM - 12PM
JP/Roslindale: Ages 2.5 - 2.8 yearsMalden: Ages 2.0 - 2.11 years
Milton: Mixed Age program for 2.0 - 5y at Forbes House Museum
Sudbury: Mixed Age program for 2.0 - 5y*
*Starting September 2025, this location will serve ages 2.9 - 6yrs
Several spots are available for the current school year in JP/Roslindale and Sudbury!
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Natick
(School Year 24-25 only)
Ages 15 months - 2.8 years*
Monday - Friday | 8:30AM - 4PM
*This location offers a Mixed Age program for children 15mos - 5yrs, for the current school year only. Average age is ~2y.
Several SPOTS are AVAILABLE for SY24-25 in Natick, and this site will merge with our Sherborn location starting summer 2025.To schedule a Natick tour or check availability, please email Admissions.
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Milton - Forbes House Museum
Ages 2.0 - 2.8
Monday - Friday | 9AM - 12PM
Four 2-week sessions, beginning June 30! -
Ages 15 months - 2.9 years
Groups meet once weekly, 10:00 - 11:30 AMLocations and session dates vary.
Options are updated here.
Several spots remain in our JP/Roslindale WINTER Sessions, through March 5!
Tuesday/Wednesday options available, tuition prorated for start date.
Details and registration info here!SPRING enrollment opens February 15!
Visit and bookmark our TC page for updates!
Curriculum at a Glance
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Community
At BOPN we foster community through...
circle time and playing together
seasonal family events
creation of a family book for children to get to know each other's families
regular communication, both written and verbal, about your child's day
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Motor Skills
At BOPN we help children hone their gross and fine motor skills by....
providing ample opportunity to run, climb, and jump
encouraging toddlers to collect small items, such as acorns, which builds their pincer grasp
preparing an environment that invites kids to pour, scoop, and mix
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Sensory Exploration
At BOPN, we encourage sensory exploration byโฆ
encouraging students to smell everythingโfrom the flowers, to the air after a summer rain
inviting toddlers to touch and feel the rough texture of bark, smooth texture of rock, and refreshing coolness of a puddle
surrounding children with beauty and an ever-changing world of color to delight their eyes
"BOPN has been such a blessing for our family and daughter.
We really like the fact that she has been able to explore nature and has a sense of freedom being outdoors and learning at the same time. Also, the teachers make a big difference as they care for and encouraging our daughter to learn and have a great experience."
What's Next?
1. Inquire:
Submitting an inquiry form tells us youโd like to learn more about BOPN. We will send brief introductory information and help you arrange a tour.
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2. Visit:
Touring allows you to see our philosophy in practice, chat with our experienced nature educators, and enjoy the forests, gardens, and landscapes that BOPN children explore each day. Dress for the weather, and bring the kids!
3. Apply:
Submit your enrollment application and fee. Financial assistance is available, and applications for Financial Aid must be submitted with enrollment applications.
4. Enroll:
If your child is admitted to a program, you will receive an invitation to enroll. We will provide everything you need to complete the enrollment process online.
Take the first step.
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