Wild Berry Forest Friends

A nature-inspired, play-based, at home preschool.

Program Type
Family Child Care
License Number
90796

Basics

Background Check
Yes
Snacks
2 per day
Potty Training
Required
Language(s) Supported
English
Pay Schedules
Monthly and Weekly
Subsidized Care
Accepted
Philosophy
Play-based

Our Teachers

Maria Newland has been teaching since graduating from Lyndon State College in 2014. Over her past 10 years of teaching preschool, she has worked at a progressive, trauma-informed school, a more traditional childcare, and a local forest school. Using what she has learned from these very different places, she has created an at home preschool that is loving, nurturing and empowering for young children as they navigate their last few years before heading off to elementary school.

Verified parent feedback and reviews

5.0 (4)
5.0 Overall
5.0 Outdoor Time
5.0 Atmosphere
5.0 Child Communication
5.0 Physical Space
5.0 Program Communication
5.0 Learning Environment
5.0 Provider Interaction

Reviews

5.0 Sep 12, 2024
We are so happy to have found Maria!
5.0 Sep 11, 2024

Location

We are located in the beautiful Northeast Kingdom in Vermont. Our driveway is right off of Vermont 114 in East Burke, while the school and playground are set back a safe distance from the road. We have a large classroom space and a natural playground outside. We also have 11 acres of forest to explore.

About our program

At Wild Berry Forest Friends, children thrive within a natural, loving atmosphere that supports their social-emotional development through an emphasis on independency skills and interpersonal relationships. Our exclusive focus on play, both indoors and out, sets us apart, fostering growth and learning in all settings.

Rhythm of the Day

  • 7:30-8:25
    Drop Off/Free Play
  • 8:25-8:30
    Clean Up
  • 8:30-8:40
    Circle Time
  • 8:40-9:10
    Snack Time
  • 9:10-9:30
    Potty Time
  • 9:30-11:30
    Outside Adventures
  • 11:30-12:00
    Lunch Time/Potty Time
  • 12:00-2:00
    Nap Time/Quiet Focus Time
  • 2:00-2:15
    Wake Up/Potty Time
  • 2:15-2:45
    Snack Time
  • 2:45-4
    Free Play (inside or out)/Pick Up Time
Have questions about the program?
Message the Program Director directly to learn more.
Maria Newland
Program Director