Kew Kids Forest School

Kew Kids Forest School is a unique educational institution that offers a Waldorf-inspired nature immersion program for children up to 8 years old. The school's approach emphasizes the importance of connecting with nature from a young age, allowing children to develop a deep love and respect for the earth. The program is characterized by its hands-on, experiential approach to learning, with a focus on outdoor learning and nature immersion. Key features of the school include its all-weather, year-round forest program, mixed-age nurturing community, and low teacher-to-children ratio of 4:1. Kew Kids Forest School is also notable for being the only forest school in Queens and the only one in New York City to offer half-day and full-day programs, utilizing Forest Park as its classroom. The school's mission and philosophy prioritize kindness, cooperation, curiosity, imagination, and respect for all living things, aiming to foster a sense of wonder and connection to the world around them.