There’s something magical about watching your child toddle along a forest path, pockets full of treasures, hands muddy, and eyes bright with discovery.
In this fully outdoor, all-weather program for children ages 19 months to 6 years and their caregivers, families gather to explore the seasons through songs, stories, sensory play, and unhurried time in nature. Grounded in child-led, place-based learning, children grow in confidence, connection, and belonging while caregivers remain present alongside them. We meet rain or shine, so come dressed for the weather and ready to get a little dirty.
Location
We meet 100% outdoors in parks and natural areas in and around Waynesboro, Virginia
We meet in a single location for at least 1 whole term in order to foster a sense of place
Participants are informed of our exact location prior to the start of each term
Schedule
2026 – 2027 Wednesdays and/or Fridays
(pick Wednesday, Friday, or both)
10:00-11:30 am
Fall 2026 (9 weeks):
| September 23 – November 20 |
| Fall Break – September 14-18 |
| Make-up Days – December 2, 4, 9, 11 |
Winter 2027 (8 weeks):
| January 13 – March 5 |
| Break or Make-Up Days – March 10, 12 |
Spring 2027 (8 weeks):
| March 17 – May 14 |
| Spring Break – April 12-16 |
| Make-Up Days – May 19, 21, 26, 28 |
Cost & Billing
Non-refundable yearly $50 registration fee per household.
2026 – 2027 Tuition
| fall term (9 weeks) | winter term (8 weeks) | spring term (8 weeks) | |
| 1 day/week | $180 | $160 | $160 |
| 2 days/week | $340 | $300 | $300 |
Payment Options
- Pay Per Term (3 Payments) – Pay for Fall Term in August, Winter Term in January, and Spring Term in March
What should we bring?
- a snack and water bottle
- sunscreen
- clothing that’s appropriate for the weather and messy play Click here to see our full year-round recommended clothing and equipment.
More questions? Check out our FAQ page or shoot Jenni an email at nourishedoaks@gmail.com
Nourished Oaks: nature based homeschool group 