Ithaca Forest Preschool

Ithaca Forest Preschool What does a natural childhood look like? Children laughing, playing, singing, and exploring... They’ve learned a ton without even realizing it!

At Primitive Pursuits, we believe the seeds of a deep connection to nature are in each of us from the time we are born. We’ve applied our knowledge of mentoring and ancestral skills to the concept of the “forest preschool” — a concept that is gaining popularity around the world right now — to create a nature-immersed preschool with a village feel. What we do at Ithaca Forest Preschool looks and feels like play most of the time, but our caring and skilled mentors are subtley weaving in peacemaking, community-building, and a deep respect and love for the Earth. Children go home each day from our “invisible school” tired, muddy, and happy. Spontaneous play, cooperative problem-solving, feeling comfortable in nature, empathy for other living things, and moments of wonder...these are gems we observe every day at Ithaca Forest Preschool.

Our next IFP Play Day is TOMORROW! Don't forget to pre-register 🦋
09/14/2026

Our next IFP Play Day is TOMORROW! Don't forget to pre-register 🦋

At Ithaca Forest Preschool, children lead the way. We are now enrolling for the 2026-27 school year! Come experience the...
05/14/2026

At Ithaca Forest Preschool, children lead the way. We are now enrolling for the 2026-27 school year! Come experience the difference of an all-outdoor program. We accept children ages 3-5. To learn more about who we are, visit ithacaforestpreschool.org

Ithaca Forest Preschool is a nature immersion program for children ages 3-5. Our program is run in cooperation with Primitive Pursuits, a project of Cornell Cooperative Extension.

REMINDER: Free Ithaca Forest Preschool Play Day this Friday (9AM-12PM)! Bring the whole family for a day of games songs ...
03/10/2026

REMINDER: Free Ithaca Forest Preschool Play Day this Friday (9AM-12PM)! Bring the whole family for a day of games songs and joy. Still looking for the right fit for your preschooler? Come see the magic of an all outdoor program!🌿
Registration is required, learn more and register here:
https://ithacaforestpreschool.org/forest-play-day-registration/

SPRING REGISTRATION IS FILLING FAST! We have limited space on M/W/F this spring season at Ithaca Forest Preschool. Regis...
02/09/2026

SPRING REGISTRATION IS FILLING FAST! We have limited space on M/W/F this spring season at Ithaca Forest Preschool.
Register today at ithacaforestpreschool.org

Kids love growing up surrounded by the beauty of nature and the kindness and guidance of our fantastic instructors. 🌷🌿🪻🌱

Fall is here at Ithaca Forest Preschool! Check out our blog at Ithacaforestpreschool.org to catch up on all the fun
10/16/2025

Fall is here at Ithaca Forest Preschool! Check out our blog at Ithacaforestpreschool.org to catch up on all the fun

There is still time to register for Ithaca Forest Preschool! Our all-weather, all-year, outdoor program is a fantastic f...
09/23/2025

There is still time to register for Ithaca Forest Preschool! Our all-weather, all-year, outdoor program is a fantastic fit for kids who love to play and learn surrounded by nature.

Join us for our Free Family Play Days (Registration Required). We can't wait to meet you!
08/18/2025

Join us for our Free Family Play Days (Registration Required). We can't wait to meet you!

Immerse your child in the great outdoors, foster compassion and understanding, and watch your child blossom as they form...
08/13/2025

Immerse your child in the great outdoors, foster compassion and understanding, and watch your child blossom as they form a connection with nature! All this and more is possible with Ithaca Forest Preschool. Our all-outdoors classroom located in Ithaca, NY is designed to nurture children, inspiring growth within themselves and the way they respect themselves and those around them. Register Today!

There is still time to register for Ithaca Forest Preschool!
08/07/2025

There is still time to register for Ithaca Forest Preschool!

Address

Cornell Cooperative Extension
Ithaca, NY
14850

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
Thursday 9am - 12pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+16072722292

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