
Locations
Golden - Lookout Mountain
Indian Hills - Shadow Hound
We build small pods of children, each joined by one of our Learning Guides. Our small groups enable your child to work on their social skills and relationship building through play with just a few kids, rather than 10 to 20.
*Golden is for children 3-5 years
*Indian Hills is for children 4-5 years
Children follow their individual interests providing an emergent curriculum. Through self-directed activities, children develop their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills through their interactions with nature and each other.
A Learning Guide accompanies a pod on their adventures, nurturing the kids' growth and development.
Using specific and targeted supports, our Guides help children build a solid foundation and improve their sense of self.
We focus on building a strong social-emotional foundation in each child. This includes a strong sense of self, understanding of their emotions and how to manage them, and the requisite self-help skills to navigate their world.
Colorado Nature School requires that children be 3 years old and fully potty trained before enrollment. This means that children are able to recognize when they need to use the toilet, communicate that need, and manage their own toileting and hygiene with minimal assistance.
We believe that parents are an important part of their child's education. We provide resources and support to help parents stay involved and informed about their child's progress.

Our Part-Day Forest Preschool is a gentle introduction to the rhythms of Forest School, designed for children ages 3–4 who are new to group care, still napping, or not yet ready for a full day. With small groups and a calm, supportive pace, children build trust, confidence, and comfort in the outdoor environment. Many families begin here as a starting point, with the intention of transitioning into our full-day program as their child grows in independence and readiness.

Our Full-Day Forest Preschool offers a fully immersive outdoor experience for children ages 3–5 who are ready for a complete day of exploration, connection, and growth. With extended time in nature, children engage in deeper play, form stronger friendships, and develop independence, resilience, and confidence. This program follows the natural rhythm of a full day outdoors and is ideal for children ready to fully step into the Forest School experience.

Every child enters Forest School differently—and choosing the right schedule can make all the difference. Whether your child is just beginning their journey or ready for a full day of outdoor exploration, both of our preschool options are designed to meet them exactly where they are. Use the guide below to help determine which experience will best support your child’s growth, confidence, and readiness.
Designed for Forest School veterans: those who no longer take naps & are fully potty trained
Designed for those new to Forest School: who may still be taking a nap & are fully potty trained
Designed for Forest School veterans: those who no longer take naps & are fully potty trained
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Ages 3-5 years old
FULLY POTTY TRAINED
Full Days (8:30-2:30)
Part Days (8:30-12:30)
Monday-Friday
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Tuesday & Thursday