Little Earthlings Forest School

Created by David Calabrese, who studied Philosophy, Painting, and ECE, this program elevates perceptions of San Francisco Forest Schools by teaching and reaching children in a reflective and empowering atmosphere of care. Numerous parent testimonials share more about the depth and quality of the Little Earthlings childhood experience.

“Little Earthlings graduates are just different–they are masters of their own destiny, innovators, resilient, respectful of themselves and others, and empathetic. No matter what kind of academic path our daughter chooses, we are confident that this first school experience at Little Earthlings will enable her success.”-Parent Review

Fog City Explorers Forest School

This program share’s that the sky is “literally the limit.” Teacher Rachel Weiss directs alongside staff with experience in yoga, art, and environmental studies, guiding the children on daily journeys in San Francisco’s lush parklands.

“We used Fog City Explorers this summer for an outdoor camp, and it was AMAZING! Teacher Rachel & Allie are so good at incorporating nature into play and learning. They are incredibly patient, loving, and fun with kids.” Parent Review

SF Roots Forest School

Founded by Rodelina Cerdena and her partner Manrico Cerdena III, this quality childcare and Forest school values authentic partnerships between teachers and children, teachers and parents, and, naturally, the physical and emotional root’s children have to the earth. It has 94 positive reviews and fantastic parent testimonials.

“Lina is wonderful about sending updates on their adventures and learning. I have always felt beyond safe leaving my kids in her care. She is a mom and an educator, and the balance is perfect .”-Parent Review

Mi Escuelita En Espanol

Founded by Ines Portugal, there is so much to love about this program. Ines runs an at home program regularly but also Forest School programming for children looking to dip their toes into outdoor learning. Did we mention this incredible program has language immersion and Waldorf-inspiration as part of its offerings?

“A gentle transition from home-life to grade school, Mi Escuelita en Español is a Spanish preschool experience for children of 18 months to 5 years of age. We offer a beautiful, nourishing, homelike environment for children to experience the world at their own pace and learn through their senses.”