Nature-based, play-focused preschool program for children aged 2.5-5 (younger if accompanied by a caregiver/parent) in Beacon Hill, Seattle. This small-scale program will help refine the curriculum and logistics before the full launch in fall 2025.

Dates: February – June 2025

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Approach: Hands-on, play-based learning with a strong emphasis on nature exploration, environmental stewardship, and mindfulness

The pilot program will introduce children to outdoor learning routines, foster curiosity and independence, and support social-emotional development in a mostly outdoor setting.

A flexible, outdoor-based experience for children aged 2.5-5 (younger if accompanied by a caregiver/parent)to explore, play, and connect with nature in a structured yet child-led environment. These sessions provide families with a chance to experience the preschool’s nature-based approach before committing to the full program.

Schedule: Friday’s, 9am-1pm

Location: Beacon Hill Food Forest

These sessions are also a great way for families to engage with the Sunflower Seedlings community and experience the benefits of nature-based early education firsthand.