The KAN provides a holistic nature-connected environment for ourselves and our children. We started in 2008 with a Forest Kindergarten, which has evolved to including a homeschool collective for children up to grade 8. Inspired by Waldorf & ENKI pedagogies, we strive to nurture through heart connection the inherent vitality and wisdom of our shared human journey.
What we offer
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Forest Preschool -Kindergarten
This is a unique program for kids ages 2.5-6 that focuses on the importance of play and interacting with the natural world!
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Enki Art & Nature
Children from ages 6-14 can enroll in the Enki Elementary program, lead by experienced educators who have undergone training in foundations of Enki Education.
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Wild Child
Wild Child gives children the opportunity to experience, learn and engage with the natural world through games, activities and stories.
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Teen Enrichment
The teen enrichment program takes place once a mouth for teens ages 12 and up. Teens get the chance to build their hands-on skills.
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Summer Camps
We offer a variety of day and overnight camps for children of all ages! Campers get the opportunity to learn bushcraft skills, play games, sing songs and do crafts!
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Parent & Child
Do you want to know what a day at the school is like? Parents and guardians can now join us with their children to be a part of the Forest Kindergarten class for a morning!
School-wide Curriculum Goals
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At the Art & Nature School we offer opportunities for children to explore and learn in ways that engage their whole being and cultivates independent thinking and creative problem-solving.
We use a combination of Waldorf and Enki Inspired Curriculum that nurtures the head, heart and hands of the children.
The Head
The Heart
The Hands
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