The Dewey School

The Dewey School The Dewey School is located in Canterbury Shaker Village and offers early learning rooted in play and exploration of the natural world.

Sometimes the greatest lessons happen when we simply pause.Our adventure led us to the pond, where we quietly observed a...
08/19/2026

Sometimes the greatest lessons happen when we simply pause.

Our adventure led us to the pond, where we quietly observed a family of Canada geese gliding through the water. The children noticed how they searched for food, moved together, and interacted with their environment.

These peaceful moments nurture observation skills, patience, and a deep respect for the natural world.
Nature always has something to teach us. 🌿

With droppers in hand, the children experimented with colors, made predictions, and eagerly watched what happened when d...
08/17/2026

With droppers in hand, the children experimented with colors, made predictions, and eagerly watched what happened when different liquids met. Every squeeze, swirl, and discovery sparked new questions and deeper thinking.

Simple materials become powerful learning tools when children are given the freedom to explore, wonder, and investigate.

Science begins with curiosity and our learners have plenty of it!

🌿✨ Teacher Thursday: Meet Miss Erin! ✨🌿This week we're celebrating the amazing Miss Erin! 🍃 What do you love most about ...
08/13/2026

🌿✨ Teacher Thursday: Meet Miss Erin! ✨🌿
This week we're celebrating the amazing Miss Erin!

🍃 What do you love most about Dewey?
"Watching the children discover the outdoors and realize they can do big things."

🍄 Favorite Dewey memory?
"Mushroom hunting and discovering the beautiful lady's slippers along the Beaver Chew trail."

🌟 A little about Miss Erin:
Miss Erin loves sharing her appreciation for nature with the children, helping them slow down, observe the little things, and build confidence through outdoor adventures. Whether we're searching for mushrooms, spotting wildflowers, or exploring the forest, she's always encouraging curiosity and wonder.

Thank you, Miss Erin, for inspiring children to believe in themselves and discover just how capable they are! 💚

🌲 The Dewey School is looking for building materials! 🪵We’re searching for large wooden wire spools and assorted sizes o...
08/13/2026

🌲 The Dewey School is looking for building materials! 🪵

We’re searching for large wooden wire spools and assorted sizes of wooden boards/lumber that could be repurposed for our children’s outdoor play and exploration.

We’re dreaming up forts, ramps, bridges, obstacle courses, building areas, and other open-ended adventures where the kids can create, experiment, problem-solve, and get a little wonderfully messy! 🌿

If you have spools or boards you’re looking to rehome, we’d be happy to pick them up!
Please comment below or send us a message if you have anything available. ❤️

Thank you for helping us build more opportunities for hands-on, outdoor learning at Dewey!

We transformed flowers, leaves, and herbs into works of art! 🌼🍃Using hammers and the natural pigments hidden within each...
08/10/2026

We transformed flowers, leaves, and herbs into works of art! 🌼🍃

Using hammers and the natural pigments hidden within each plant, the children discovered that nature is an artist all on its own. As they pounded petals onto fabric, they observed colors blending, textures changing, and the unique prints each plant created.

Experiences like these encourage scientific thinking, creativity, and an appreciation for the beauty that surrounds us every day.

At Dewey, the forest isn't just our classroom, it's our art studio, too.

🌿✨ Teacher Thursday: Meet Miss Rhiana! ✨🌿This week we're celebrating the wonderful Miss Rhiana! 🍃 What do you love most ...
08/06/2026

🌿✨ Teacher Thursday: Meet Miss Rhiana! ✨🌿
This week we're celebrating the wonderful Miss Rhiana!

🍃 What do you love most about Dewey?
"I love being able to be outside with the children and explore the beautiful property that our school has been blessed to experience."

❄️ Favorite Dewey memory?
"Knocking the snow off the tree branches and watching the children laugh as the snow plopped all over them!"

🌟 What makes Dewey special?
"Small things can become big adventures with the kids. 💚"

At Dewey, the simplest moments, a snowy tree, a woodland path, or a curious discovery often become the memories that last a lifetime. Thank you, Miss Rhiana, for embracing every adventure and helping our children see the wonder in the world around them! 🌲🍂

A little midweek magic. 🌈Yesterday's rainbow was too beautiful not to share! We hope your summer is filled with moments ...
08/04/2026

A little midweek magic. 🌈

Yesterday's rainbow was too beautiful not to share! We hope your summer is filled with moments that inspire wonder, adventure, and plenty of time outdoors.

We can't wait to see everyone back at Dewey soon!

It’s been a little quiet around here... and for good reason! 🌿💚Summer Camp has kept us busy with adventures, discoveries...
07/29/2026

It’s been a little quiet around here... and for good reason! 🌿💚

Summer Camp has kept us busy with adventures, discoveries, muddy boots, and making unforgettable memories. We've also made it a priority to give our incredible teachers some well-deserved time to step back, recharge, and enjoy a little break before another exciting school year begins.

While we've been away from social media, we've certainly been busy behind the scenes;planning, dreaming, and looking ahead to the future of The Dewey School.

Now we're back, and we can't wait to continue sharing all of the Dewey magic with you! From summer camp highlights and classroom moments to exciting ideas for what's ahead, there's so much we're looking forward to sharing in the coming weeks.

🌱 One of those ideas is exploring the possibility of offering a nature-based after-school program for elementary-aged children attending Canterbury and Belmont Elementary Schools.

Before we begin planning, we'd love to hear from local families. If an after-school program focused on outdoor exploration, creativity, homework support, and play is something your family might be interested in, please take a few minutes to complete our interest survey.

📋 Survey Link: https://forms.gle/bVzWwpK7CAYMsMLr8

Even if your child wouldn't attend, we'd truly appreciate you sharing this post with friends and neighbors in the Canterbury and Belmont communities. Your feedback will help us determine whether this program could become a reality.

Thank you for being part of the Dewey community. ✨

🌿✨ Teacher Thursday ✨🌿Every Thursday, we're shining a light on the incredible educators who make The Dewey School such a...
07/02/2026

🌿✨ Teacher Thursday ✨🌿

Every Thursday, we're shining a light on the incredible educators who make The Dewey School such a special place. 💚

This week we are getting to know Miss Annie a little bit better!

🍃 Favorite part of working at Dewey:
The joy and pride I feel in helping to nurture curiosity and wonder for the natural world in the minds of children.

🌲 Favorite outdoor activity with the children:
Exploring our environment in different kinds of weather, to see the absolute joy on their faces when the rain that they may have thought was an inconvenience turns into puddles for splashing, and streams to test out the boats we made. That perspective shift is a special kind of magic.

😊 Fun fact:
I have recently become a grandmother. I’m so excited about this new stage of life!

✨ Throwback Thursday ✨Looking back at our first Winter Solstice Celebration as a community. ❄️🕯️🌲We gathered to slow dow...
06/25/2026

✨ Throwback Thursday ✨

Looking back at our first Winter Solstice Celebration as a community. ❄️🕯️🌲

We gathered to slow down, share warmth, create memories, and honor the changing of the seasons together. It was a beautiful reminder that some of the most meaningful moments aren't the grand ones, they're the simple traditions built side by side with children, families, and friends.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration so special. Here's to carrying the light of community with us through every season. 💛

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288 Shaker Road
Canterbury, NH
03224

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3pm
Tuesday 8am - 3pm
Wednesday 8am - 3pm
Thursday 8am - 3pm
Friday 8am - 3pm

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