Oakview Farm Forest School
Half Day Kindergarten for Ages 3-6
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Open to toilet proficient children ages 3-6
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Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00-12:30
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Monday-only OR Wednesday-only sessions available!
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We begin on August 18, 2025 and run until May 20, 2026!
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​The cost for the full year is $2150 for 65 sessions, OR $215 monthly. The tuition can be paid per month or in one lump sum.
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We also have a $50 annual enrollment fee that covers the cost of our Teaching Strategies Student Portfolios, Sit Spot mats, Nature Journals, and other essential Forest School materials.
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Our morning begins at 9:15, with children dressed and ready for the weather! See our schedule below.
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​At this time, we do not offer before or after care.
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Children must be able to demonstrate the ability to follow directions and show respect for others.
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We are an "all weather" program. Parents must commit to providing appropriate gear and clothing. See below for more information!
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Children dress for the weather!
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Layers are taken on or off as needed as the temperature changes throughout the day.
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If it rains, children wear waterproof clothing. Children can choose to work and play in the rain.
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If it snows, children wear insulating clothes! We will recommend what kind of clothing is best to keep children warm and dry.
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There are covered areas in the forest, so children can be out in the weather, or take a break from it.
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Instruction occurs throughout the day, in rain, snow, fog, or sunshine!
60 degrees and above
(base layer)
2025-2026 Half Day Kindergarten
August 18 - May 20
We follow Rutherford County Schools for vacation closings.
Below are the dates Forest School will NOT operate:
September 1: Labor Day/No School
October 6-10: Fall Break
October 22: Teacher Inservice and Work Day/No School
November 24-28: Thanksgiving Break
December 22- January 2: Winter Break
January 5: Teacher Inservice and Work Day/No School
February 16: President’s Day Teacher Retreat Day
March 30-April 3: Spring Break
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Weather Closings:
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Since we are an all-weather program, we will not close automatically for inclement weather when Rutherford County Schools is closed.
During inclement weather situations, we will keep parents informed about our school closures.
Half Day Kindergarten "Daily Flow"
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8:45-9:15 Parents may begin drop off and check in but MUST stay with their child until 9:00
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9:00-9:45 Morning Tea, Snack and Share,
Handwork Activities, Farm Chores​
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9:45-11:45 Hike to Forest Area, Morning Gathering, Forest Exploration
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11:45-12:30 Hike to Pick Up Area, Farm Exploration
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Pick up by 12:30