Outdoor Education for Preschoolers
BOPN offers half day and full day mixed-age, nature-immersive programs designed to spark curiosity and concentration, foster independence, and cultivate resilience in young learners as they play and grow together.
In our preschool classes, children ages 2.9 - 6 learn together—from their teachers, and one another—while exploring the everyday wonders of the natural world.
Preschool Programs
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Mixed Age | 9AM - 12PM
Options vary by site. Visit the location pages linked below for additional information.JP/Roslindale
Arnold Arboretum
2.9 - 6 years
*Toddler class also availableMalden
Pine Banks Park
2.9 - 6 years
*Toddler class also availableMilton - Eustis
Eustis Estate
2.9 - 6 yearsMilton - Forbes
Forbes House Museum
2.0 - 3 yearsSherborn
Unity Farm Sanctuary
2.9 - 6 yearsSudbury
Wolbach Farm/SVT
SY 2024 - 25: ages 2.0 - 5y
SY 2025 - 26: ages 2.9 - 6y -
Ages and schedules vary by site. Visit the location pages linked below for additional information.
JP/Roslindale
Ages 2.9 - 6 years
Monday - Friday | 8:30 - 3:30Natick
Ages 15 mos - 5 years
Monday - Friday | 8:30 - 4:00
(School Year 24-25 only)Sherborn
Ages 2.9 - 6 years
Monday - Friday | 8:30 - 4:00
Curriculum at a Glance
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Curiosity & Concentration
At BOPN we promote curiosity & concentration through...
creating units of study based on each class's unique interests
modeling wonder at the world
asking questions about the environment
giving children uninterrupted time to deeply engage with their activities
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Resilience
BOPN students gain resilience through....
persevering on long hikes
spending time outdoors in all weather
working with "unpredictable" materials, such as sticks, when building
emulating their older peers in a mixed-age setting
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Independence
BOPN students learn independence by...
taking care of their own belongings
learning to assess the needs of their own body and act on their conclusions
negotiating play agreements with their peers
choosing their own educational tasks for each day
"It’s a testament to this fantastic program that my curious kiddo can name more flowers, mushrooms and trees than anyone I know. I’m astounded at how much play and nature can encourage learning. We’re overjoyed we found BOPN!"
What's Next?
1. Inquire:
Submitting an inquiry form tells us you’d like to learn more about BOPN. We will send brief introductory information and help you arrange a tour.
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.
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