07/31/2026
My five year old son is starting his second year in this amazing outdoor school... if you believe in the power of kids being outside, check it out! NWDC Earthkeeper School.
We are thrilled to be starting our 9th year of Earthkeeper Nature School this fall! Our first day is Monday, August 31st at the River Campus, where we will continue to meet all school year-long under a canopy of majestic Cottonwood trees. We can accept registrations until the first day of school, but DON'T WAIT — we only have a FEW SPOTS LEFT!
Enroll your child: https://forms.hikeandlearn.org/forms/ens_enrollmentfee
Why Earthkeeper Nature School?
🌱 Founded in 2018, Earthkeeper Nature School (ENS) combines a nature-based early childhood curriculum with play, fresh air, open space, and child-led learning. ENS includes a Nature Preschool and Forest Kindergarten for children ages 4 - 7.
🌱 We are licensed under the Colorado Department of Human Services, and our kindergarten is recognized by the American Forest School Association.
🌱 Immersive Outdoor Learning: We believe children thrive when immersed in nature. The majority of your child's day will be spent outdoors, with indoor spaces available when weather conditions warrant. At ENS, all children engage in hands-on experiences that foster creativity, independence, and a deep connection to the natural world.
🌱 Flexible Scheduling: We want what is best for your family. Choose from 2 or 4 half-day sessions per week, with morning classes from 8:15 AM to 11:15 AM and afternoon classes from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM.
🌱 Experienced & Qualified Leadership: Earthkeeper Nature School is directed by Tami Montoya, who holds the Agored Cymru Level 3 “Certificate in Leading Forest School.” Tami is a well-respected voice in Colorado’s forest school community and currently serves on a statewide committee tasked with developing new childcare licensing requirements specific to forest school and nature-based early childhood programs.
Give your child the magical experience every parent dreams of — playing, learning, and building friendships in the great outdoors. For more information, please email [email protected].