Free to Be Forest School

About this program

Free to Be Forest School offers a holistic, learner-led, and hands-on educational program set entirely in the outdoors. Founded and led by experienced educators passionate about child development and nature, the school focuses on nurturing the whole child—physically, intellectually, emotionally, and socially—while building a lasting connection with the natural world. Children are encouraged to freely explore, play, and follow their interests, allowing learning to become a deeply rooted, lived experience. The approach at Free to Be Forest School views learning as inseparable from a child’s broader life experience, and prioritizes curiosity, creativity, and respect for both oneself and the environment. With a strong sense of community, the school strives to help each learner pave their own path through childhood, preparing them for a wide range of future experiences. (Source: freetobeforestschool.org)