Bethlehem Children's School

Bethlehem Children's School Progressive, caring, nurturing education producing successful, creative, independent thinkers.

Bethlehem Children's School is an independent, nature-based early learning center that fosters a lifelong love of learning through close-knit community, child-led exploration, fresh air, and muddy boots galore. Offering independent holistic education Pre-K-5th Grade, with an environmental education focus and strong academic program, for the greater Capital Region of New York.

We’re hiring afterschool staff! Flexible schedules and a chance to work with some of the greatest kiddos around! Contact...
08/24/2026

We’re hiring afterschool staff! Flexible schedules and a chance to work with some of the greatest kiddos around! Contact Sam for more information!

06/20/2026

We had a fantastic time today at Bethlehem NY Pride hosting storytime, making flower crowns, assembling nature first aid kits, and selling some of the best tie dye in town. It was so wonderful to see so many of our families and alumni — and a very special shout out to our awesome alumni helpers!!

We love to support our wonderful community and are so proud to be part of a community that celebrates each other and lifts each other up.

Happy Pride! 🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜

Now hiring summer counselors! Want to spend your summer playing outside with some of the coolest kids around? Join us!!G...
06/13/2026

Now hiring summer counselors! Want to spend your summer playing outside with some of the coolest kids around? Join us!!

Get more info here: https://tinyurl.com/at74avp8

STEAM class is always fun … but STEAM class when your teacher gets on the roof takes it to a whole extra level! Students...
06/03/2026

STEAM class is always fun … but STEAM class when your teacher gets on the roof takes it to a whole extra level! Students worked for weeks building safety seats out of recycled materials … then the seats took a ride from the roof with a water balloon inside. Some stayed dry, and some were a perfect first try! We’re so proud of our engineers!

Today was our last Library class of the year, and as a special treat one of the Bees got to be the Library teacher and r...
06/02/2026

Today was our last Library class of the year, and as a special treat one of the Bees got to be the Library teacher and read a book aloud! Can you name the book they picked?!

A sneak peek of our magical night last night! A thousand more thanks (and pictures!) to come, but just a quick note to t...
05/31/2026

A sneak peek of our magical night last night! A thousand more thanks (and pictures!) to come, but just a quick note to thank for being such gracious hosts, Twenty Ninety-Six (2096) for the amazing tunes, , , and for the delectable eats, Albany Distilling Company for the tasty sips, for the adorable favors, and for capturing it all! We’re still floating (and singing and dancing!) ✨

Tonight’s the night! Thank you so much to our sponsors for your support — we couldn’t do this without you! So excited to...
05/30/2026

Tonight’s the night! Thank you so much to our sponsors for your support — we couldn’t do this without you! So excited to celebrate together!!

Congratulations to this year’s recipients of our staff awards! This year’s Nature Award recipient is Allie Geist from th...
05/29/2026

Congratulations to this year’s recipients of our staff awards!

This year’s Nature Award recipient is Allie Geist from the Bluebird classroom. Allie has embraced our nature-based philosophy and has expanded the curriculum to include all aspects of the great outdoors on our small campus.  Allie has brought the outdoor environment to the classroom to explore with sticks, feathers, rocks, snow, and this year created a pretend tree with the children. One of our favorite observations is when Allie opens the door and sends everyone to the yurt’s ‘backyard’ to play. Thank you, Allie, for providing such a well-rounded place for children to grow and for your commitment to getting your students outdoors.

This year’s Wisdom Award recipient is Cara Whalen from the Foxes.  Cara has spent the past few years creating fun and developmentally-appropriate lessons and curriculum for her students that are creative and challenging. What’s more, Cara demonstrates that to teach is to be a lifelong learner, continuing to try new ideas and learn new things. Cara’s constant sense of calm during the busy days of preschool provides a solid foundation of learning and exploration in a playful environment.  Thank you, Cara, for providing such a kind, steady, and thoughtful community for the Foxes.

This year’s Wellness Award recipient is Samantha Mattey from the Bluebird classroom. Sam approaches each relationship with the Bluebird students by focusing on the wellness of the whole child, developing beautiful rapport and relationships with students and their families. She acknowledges and supports where they are along their learning journey to encourage them to the next level of development. What’s more, Sam understands the value of personal wellness in taking care of herself during times when life is full of ups and downs, making it possible for her to show up and care for her students. Thank you for knowing what it takes to support each student to help them fly from the Bluebird nest.

We are so lucky to have you all!

P is for Picnic is always a highlight of our ABC countdown! Thank you so much to our families for coming to the performa...
05/29/2026

P is for Picnic is always a highlight of our ABC countdown! Thank you so much to our families for coming to the performance, and thank you to our talented students for showing off your amazing skills!!!

Shoutout to our Fresh Air Affair sponsors!•Bennett Contracting is the top home remodeling company in the Capital Region,...
05/26/2026

Shoutout to our Fresh Air Affair sponsors!

•Bennett Contracting is the top home remodeling company in the Capital Region, that customers trust and rely on more than any other. With over 100 years of experience and thousands of successful construction projects, Bennett has a 99% satisfaction rate, helping customers reimagine and recreate the spaces where they eat, sleep, relax, and share memories with family and friends.

•Brown & Weinraub, PLLC is a leading edge Government Relations & Strategic Consulting firm, representing a broad spectrum of business interests in New York. With clients ranging from Fortune 500 to start-up enterprises and expertise in the Government Relations, Health Care & Human Services, Economic Development, Gaming, Sports & Entertainment, Infrastructure, and Workforce, Brown & Weinraub assists companies of all sizes and at all stages of development.

• Bellevue Builders is Upstate New York’s leading resource for homeowners, new home builders, commercial builders, and remodelers. Bellevue Builders Supply’s showroom is located in Schenectady, NY. Offering expert design and estimating assistance and on-time delivery to help you tackle any project. Bellevue offers high quality name brands with price points to fit any need and budget, and an independent fleet of over 20 trucks so delivery is made when promised.

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Thank you so much for your support!!!

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Slingerlands, NY
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