Forest School

Forest Homeschool Program (Ages 6–12)

Forest School

About Forest School

Forest School is our long-term, nature-immersive homeschool enrichment program for ages 6–12. Each week, children step into wild spaces to build real-world skills, deepen their connection to nature, and grow confidence that carries into every part of their lives.

This isn’t a one-time adventure — it’s a yearlong journey of rhythm, mentoring, connection, and discovery. Guided by skilled nature mentors and inspired by the 8 Shields model, kids grow through hands-on projects, playful challenges, and deep experiences in nature.

Why Families Choose Forest School

At The Wild School, we believe children learn best through long-term connection — to people, place, and purpose.

Forest School gives your child:

  • Weekly nature immersion grounded in rhythm, ritual, and reflection
  • A multi-age homeschool community to grow alongside
  • Real mentoring relationships with teachers who know them deeply
  • Competence outdoors: fire-building, tracking, foraging, carving
  • Space to take healthy risks, fail safely, and build true resilience
  • A meaningful connection to local ecology and their role in caring for it
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Our Locations and Schedule

Monday — The Woodlands

Rob Fleming Recreation Area
6464 Creekside Forest Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77389
A beautiful wooded area with trails, a shallow creek, old growth trees, native plants, bathrooms, and a treehouse-style indoor classroom — perfect for forest play and deep connection.

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Tuesday — Spring / Humble

Jesse H. Jones Nature Park
20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, TX 77338
A stunning nature preserve with trails, pavilions, a shallow creek beach, rich wildlife for tracking, an indigenous village model, and a nature center.

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Wednesday — Cypress / Tomball

Good Vibe Farm
20702 Cypress Rose Hill Rd, Tomball, TX 77377
A vibrant 30-acre private farm with nature trails, fishing ponds, goats, chickens, cows, ducks, horses, barns, and tree forts. Complete with indoor facilities.

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Thursday — West Houston

Rose Therapeutic Farm
1324 Peach Ridge Rd, Brookshire, TX 77423
A fully private therapeutic farm with goats, chickens, pigs, ponies, donkeys, and horses. Acres of secure space, shelters, and bathrooms used exclusively by The Wild School.

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Friday — Mont Belvieu

Private Wild School Site
4728 Woodland Ln, Dayton, TX 77535
A private location with a fishing pond, goats, chickens, a mud kitchen, raised garden beds, and outdoor playscape. An indoor classroom will be added by late 2025.

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Schedule & Holidays

Program Dates:

  • Start Week: September 8, 2025

  • End Week: May 18, 2026

Holiday Breaks:

  • Veterans Day: Tuesday, November 11, 2025

  • Thanksgiving Break: November 24–28, 2025

  • Winter Break: December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026

  • MLK Jr. Day: Monday, January 19, 2026

  • Spring Break: March 9–20, 2026

  • Good Friday: April 3, 2026

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Payment Options

Click the enroll now button under your preferred class to see the most updated tuition. 

You have two payment options. 

  1. You can pay in full up front and receive a 10% off discount.
  2. You can pay with a payment plan.
    1. In order to do this, you choose a payment plan at checkout. 
    2. You then will need to pay the $100 deposit and then the rest of the tuition will be divided in 9 monthly installments. These will typically be charged on the first of every month from September-May. 

 

 

Our Curriculum

How We Teach and Why it Works

At Forest School, learning begins outside — guided by children’s natural curiosity, the changing seasons, and our local ecology.

We build our curriculum around four core approaches:

Emergent Curriculum

We observe what sparks children’s interest and build on those wonders.

Coyote Mentoring

We guide by asking, telling stories, and prompting kids to develop their own ideas.

Flow Learning

We follow the natural energy arc of children: curiosity, exploration, focus, then calm reflection.

Place-Based and Seasonal Education

We learn directly from the local land, trees, animals, and cycles.

The Daily Rhythm:

A typical day includes:

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  • Opening Circle: connection, storytelling, group agreements

  • Activation Game: playful challenges to build awareness and bond the group

  • Focus Project: hands-on skills tied to the monthly theme

  • Snack & Reflection: journaling, stories, or quiet sit spots

  • Free Exploration: wildlife surveys, tracking, following curiosity

  • Closing Circle: gratitude, sharing, and goals

How to Enroll

Click your preferred location below. This will take you to that site’s specific registration page, where you can see exactly which days are offered each week and the tuition for your chosen schedule.

Steps to register:

  1. Choose Your Preferred Class From Below
  2. Click Register

  3. Choose Your Payment Option
    1. Pay in Full (10% Automatic Discount)
    2. Payment Plan

  4. Complete your registration.
    After you submit your registration and payment, you’ll receive a welcome email with all the next steps.

If you have any questions at any point, please reach out to us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We’re happy to help!

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Forest School different?

Forest School is a yearlong journey blending foundational academics with wilderness learning. Children learn survival skills, ecological literacy, and build strong community bonds.

Is it a full academic program?

No. It complements homeschool studies by teaching science, art, language, and math through hands-on outdoor experiences.

Will my child be behind if new to wilderness skills?

No. We start every year building foundational skills, meeting each child where they are.

Is it good for neurodiverse children?

Yes. The program is multi-sensory, flexible, and supportive of diverse learning styles with clear rhythms.

What should my child bring?

Layers, boots or close-toed shoes, rain gear, water, snack/lunch, journal & pencil (provided), plus extra clothes for muddy days.

Is it safe for knives and fires?

Yes — taught carefully and under supervision, with respect for tools, not fear.

What if there’s bad weather?

We run in nearly all weather, only canceling for lightning, flooding, high winds, or extreme temps. Families are notified in advance.

Can we try before committing?

We occasionally offer trial sessions. Email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or book online to see if it's right for your family.

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At The Wild School, we believe that immersing children in nature from an early age is not just beneficial but essential for developing a lifelong love of learning and a robust foundation for personal success.

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