Programs
COSTS of sessions will change based on number of weeks per session and number of days your child attends.
The average cost per class is $26.25 + gst
The average cost per class is $26.25 + gst
MAIN SITE MOUNT SAINT FRANCIS RETREAT CENTRE PROGRAMS
FOREST PLAY SCHOOL
Ages: 3-5
Mornings: 9:00-11:30
Afternoons: 12:30-3:00
MONDAYS
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS (Bush Buds)
WEDNESDAYS
(or combine for three days/wk)
This program will provide all of the tools needed to confidently enter kindergarten. With an emphasis on whole child development, participants will experience a deep connection to nature, enhance their social interactions and increase their problem solving skills. Our educators bring years of experience exploring with little ones and, as co-learners, will facilitate opportunities for learning with natural tools in an outdoor classroom. Storytelling, nest making, journaling, hiking and building are just a few of the things we get up to. We will play together, explore together and learn together.
FOREST EXPLORERS
Ages: 5-11
Afternoons: 12:00-3:00
MONDAYS TUESDAYS
This program will provide children with time and space to explore and expand on their connection with nature. By following the lead of the children, our educators will help to deepen each child's experience of the outdoor world. In addition to learning through self-directed investigation, children will have the opportunity to work on bush craft skills, explore a nearby pond, go bird watching, play games, make land art, enjoy oral storytelling and communicate their learning through a medium of their choice. We will learn together, grow together and discover together.
SUMMER PROGRAM
Ages: 3.5-10
HALF DAY 9:00-12:00 ($190)
FULL DAY 9:00-4:00 ($305)
July 5-9 WAITLISTING
July 12-16 WAITLISTING
July 26-30
August 9-13 WAITLISTING
August 16-20 WAITLISTING
This program will provide children with time and space to explore and expand on their connection with nature. By following the lead of the children, our educators will help to deepen each child's experience of the outdoor world. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore a nearby pond, play in the mud with friends, enjoy oral storytelling We will explore together, get messy together and learn together.
Half day and full day options available depending on the needs of your child and family. A week immersed in our beautiful outdoor setting will provide a deep connection to our space and forest friends.
COCHRANE RANCHE
RANCHE RAMBLERS
GRADES: Kindergarten - Grade 8
1:45-4:30
Cochrane Ranche (meeting outside Clubhouse)
April 16-June18 (no program May 21)
$238.50 +gst
Schools out, time to get outside! The Cochrane Ranche is such a treasure. This program will give the participants an opportunity to explore as we follow their lead. From the secret spaces, to the creek as it comes alive in spring, to hikes along the trail, we will also add some bushcraft skills and environmental knowledge. Registration permitting we will have two groups hense the wide age range! Tri-school meeting location possible if needed.
NOSE CREEK REGIONAL PARK
AIRDRIE WILD WEDNESDAYS
Ages: 3-5
9:00-11:30
Nose Creek Regional Park
April 14-June 16
$262.50 +gst
This program will provide all of the tools needed to confidently enter kindergarten. With an emphasis on whole child deelopment, participants will experience a deep connection to nature, enhance their social interactions and increase their problem solving skills. Our educators bring years of experience exploring with little ones and, as co-learners, will facilitate opportunities for learning with natural tools in an outdoor classroom. Storytelling, nest making, journaling, hiking and building are just a few of the things we get up to. We will play together, explore together and learn together.
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