Parent Voices

“When my daughter began learning with Keara and Charlotte at age two, she was fearful of the wind, hesitant to explore independently, and easily overwhelmed. Just over a year later, she is confident, adventurous, and eager to explore the world around her. Watching her grow into an independent, imaginative child with a deep love for the outdoors has been both humbling and inspiring.”

— Mary, Preschool Parent

“We have two boys who absolutely adore Keara and Charlotte. For my older son this is his second year with them and we have clearly seen the benefits of being in nature everyday with such caring and knowledgable teachers. He is more confident, outgoing, and creative. He’s also developed some inspiring determination, focus, and resilience beyond what you’d expect from a 4 year old. Keara and Charlotte are models for respect and kindness but also silliness and joy.

Our younger son (2 years old) is newer to the group, but we’ve already been impressed with how his independence and strength have grown. Having all ages together has really helped to pull our younger son up, showing him he is capable and strong, and has encouraged our older son to be a sensitive leader and role model. When we get home from preschool, our kids usually want to go right back outside! ”

— Erin, Preschool & Toddler Parent

“We think that our son’s experience in his outdoor preschool has been so formative and truly special. Not every 3 year old can correctly identify several species of birds and trees, go for a walk in the woods without getting tired & asking to be carried, name what he feels grateful for each day, or give you instructions on how to plant "garlic babies!" but my son has learned all of this and so much more from his preschool experience. Most importantly, he has FUN every single day (yes, even in the rain, snow, and cold).

The kids greet Wolbach Farm during their circle time each morning because it's an essential part of their class - not just the classroom that they learn in but really the basis for everything that they do and discuss during their day. The environment comes into all of the kids' play with activities like mud kitchens, building forts with natural materials, scavenger hunts looking for different colors, sledding in the winter, and so much more. I'm constantly impressed by the things that they are doing!

We have also been so lucky to create a community among the families enrolled, many of whom are dear friends not only to my son but to us as well. We are so grateful for finding this program & to Keara and Charlotte for making it so special!”

- Cassandra, Preschool Parent

“We have had our daughter at Wolbach Farm since the summer and it has been life changing, all year long. You would think that no one would want to be outside when it is almost a nor’easter coming or on a day that it is pouring but once they have all of their gear on, it doesn't stop them. It is the one place where she can splash in puddles, streams and mud and wallow in happiness like a pig. And their intrepid teachers are so gentle, encouraging and born to be outside just as much as our kids. With all of the sunshine and outdoor time, she also doesn't seem to get sick as much, considering that this is her first preschool experience. It is easy for her to brush off all of the typical daycare diseases that just don't happen as often as here-I really think being outside helps with that!”

- Preschool Parent

“This has been one of the best parenting decisions I’ve ever made.”

- Toddler Parent