Mountain Maple Outdoor Preschool

Our Teachers

Jamie Feliz, Director

Jamie graduated from Humboldt State University with a degree in Environmental Science, focus in Environmental Education. From there she spent 3 years working outdoors with students, leading hikes and explorations.

She is a mother to one little boy, and makes it a goal to get outside each day with him, to nurture the sense of wonder.

Jamie has certifications in the following:

CPR & First Aid

PLT (Project Learning Tree): Environmental Experiences for Early Childhood

Project WILD: Educator Training

NAAEE (North American Association for Environmental Educators): Guidelines for Excellence in Environmental Education

NAAEE: Guidelines for Learning

Project WET (Water Education for Teachers)

NAI (National Association for Interpretation) Certified Interpretive Guide

Yosemite Conservancy Certificate of Appreciation

Bureau of Land Management Certificate of Appreciation

President’s Award for Customer Service and Teamwork

Philosophy

Inspired by European Forest Schools, children have positive experiences and participation in learning activities that are normally organized in open, outdoor, natural environments. We value the social and personal skills that children learn by working together and becoming seekers of everyday magic. The majority of playtime is intentionally child-led, and the instructor brings curriculum and thematic materials.

About our program

I started this program because time engaging with nature and peers is so important. I love to see the pure joy and confidence that children develop and carry with them when they are given this opportunity to safely explore.

At Mountain Maple Outdoor Preschool we meet at a few different parks around Salt Lake City and Murray. Your child will start the afternoon on a play structure, then we will have a snack, and walk into the trees for an afternoon of discoveries. The instructor brings activities, props, meditations, and themes. Most of the play is child-led, while the instructor is present to encourage curiosity and maintain a safe space with clear boundaries.

Admissions

Join the Mountain Maple Outdoor Preschool community in three easy steps:

1. Explore our website

We’ve provided information about our philosophies and offerings to help you decide if our program may be right for your family.

2. Contact our Program Director

You’ll see a “Request Info” button at the top of this page; you can submit your information using this button.

3. Submit an Enrollment Application

If you’re interested in enrolling, submit an application by selecting Apply to enroll. If this option if not available, you can message the program director. **Please do not apply to enroll until you have set up a meeting.