Cocoplum Nature School

Cocoplum Nature School is a unique educational institution that emphasizes nature-based, place-based, and play-based learning. Founded in 2020 by Dr. Fernanda Wolfson and Dr. Melanie Stefanovic, the school's vision is to cultivate liberated learners who can collectively create a more just and healthier planet for everyone. The school's educational approach is rooted in the belief that children can learn everything they need to know through play, exploration, and inquiry in natural settings, employing the Reggio Emilia method which emphasizes observation, documentation, and assessment. The school's curriculum is built around three pillars: nature, place, and play, with a focus on fostering critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication, and its practices are designed to support individualized and experiential learning. The school has a cohesive and dedicated team of educators who bring a blend of experience, vision, and compassion to their practice, and is featured in various publications, including interviews and feature articles, providing an insider peek at its happenings and methods through its blog.