

Piccola
At The Native School, we believe in the power of nature to inspire and nurture young minds. Our Piccola Class offers a nature-based preschool experience where children explore the world around them, develop essential life skills, and build an early foundation for environmental literacy.
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Our fully outdoor program integrates nature into every aspect of learning, from outdoor exploration to hands-on activities that promote cognitive, language, physical, emotional, and social growth. Children in the Piccola Class are encouraged to develop curiosity and care for the natural world, fostering both their development and an ecological mindset.
We combine high-quality early childhood education with environmental education practices, ensuring a developmentally appropriate, well-rounded learning experience. Through nature, your child will grow their cognitive abilities, social-emotional skills, and connection to the environment.
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Let your child discover the world around them while building a strong foundation for their future.
12-week sessions beginning in September
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Mondays - Fridays
8:10/8:30AM or 9:00/9:15AM - 12:10/12:30PM or 1:00/1:15PM
(location dependent)

FOR CHILDREN AGED (2.5-4 YEARS) TO ENGAGE IN SELF DIRECTED LEARNING & ADVENTURE PLAY, this includes:​
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Balancing student freedom with responsibility
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Risky Play
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Pre Literacy skills
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Focus on Social/Emotional, Cognitive, Language, and Physical Development
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Fostering environmental stewardship in all children
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Practice in real-world skills
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Play and inquiry based learning

Our Piccola Program takes place ‘RAIN OR SHINE’ in wild spaces where children have access to:
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Natural resources FOR SELF DIRECTED projects
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A child-friendly hand washing station promoting hygiene and self-care.
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A safe and child-accessible nature classroom potty within the outdoor learning environment

That families that attend our Piccola program are seeking to:
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Encourage Risky and Adventurous Play
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Foster a Supportive Environment
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Empower Children with Body Autonomy and Trust
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Cultivate Resilience
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Embrace Slowing Down and Disconnecting from Modern Life