We know that playing, experimenting, getting creative, and relaxing in nature in all seasons and all weather has been scientifically shown to benefit children in many ways. From eyesight development and improving concentration, to developing imagination, social skills, risk assessment and problem solving skills, spending time outside benefits each and every child’s overall health and well-being.

At Treehouse Forest Preschool and Ellison Farm Preschool, we want to provide a safe space for children to gain all of these benefits of the outdoors while also working with them to prepare for Kindergarten and their transition into Elementary school. We sing songs, read books, build, create art and play all outdoors. Our children learn to enter into play, self-regulate, and feel secure in their selves and their surroundings. 

Our programs focus on social-emotional development, the process of learning a sense of self-awareness, self-control, and interpersonal skills. We believe the development of these skills is integral to a child’s success in school and a play-based approach is the best way we can foster this development in the Early Years.