INSPIRED
BY NATURE
We are a private K-6 elementary school nestled within a beautiful 5.5-acre forest in The Woodlands, where nature inspires our learning. Our educational approach integrates Forest School principles, project-based learning, and a Waldorf-inspired philosophy.
Come visit our campus and let the serenity of our surroundings, our teaching methodology and our staff sweep you away.
INSPIRED
BY NATURE
We are a private K-6 elementary school nestled within a beautiful 5.5-acre forest in The Woodlands, where nature inspires our learning. Our educational approach integrates Forest School principles, project-based learning, and a Waldorf-inspired philosophy.
Come visit our campus and let the serenity of our surroundings, our teaching methodology and our staff sweep you away
Why Choose Woodlands Forest school
As a Froebels Educational, inspired by a Waldorf Approach and Forest School influences we are dedicated to offering an immersive, balanced educational experience that instills a lifelong passion for nature, enabling children to excel academically, socially, and emotionally.
Froebel's philosophy
of education:
Resting on four basic ideas: free self-expression, creativity, social participation, and motor expression.
Froebel began to focus on the needs of children just prior to entering school. He envisioned a place attended by 4-6 year olds where children would be nurtured and protected from outside influences–like plants in a garden (hence Kinder garden)
Waldorf-Inspired Education:
Nurturing Imagination and Creativity
Inspired by the visionary Rudolf Steiner, Waldorf education strongly emphasizes cultivating the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. At Woodlands Forest School, we seamlessly incorporate Waldorf-inspired principles into our curriculum. We believe that children thrive when their intellectual, artistic, and practical capacities are cultivated in harmony. Our approach encourages imagination and creativity as fundamental aspects of a child’s development as well as their development and creating a sound foundation for their academic success with a gradual integration of technology and enduring human relationships.
Forest School
influences:
Our School program is deeply rooted in the Forest School movement, which champions outdoor learning and an enduring connection with the natural world based on our 5+ acre campus. We recognize that nature provides a rich and dynamic classroom for learning. Children at Woodlands Forest School have the unique opportunity to explore and discover the wonders of the forest, fostering a deep appreciation for the environment and its interconnectedness. Based on Emotional, spiritual, physical, Intellectual, social, communication and language development.
All of this is aimed at developing these aspects in a low-intervention manner rather than instructing the children to think or act in a certain way. The development is encouraged instead by measures such as raising interesting questions, being a role-model for behavior, and allowing children to self-discover and self-regulate.
Our campus will allow our students to create awareness and appreciation of the natural world. Sessions will take place in a natural environment, with trees, enabling use and interaction with natural materials in activities. The outdoor environment is key to providing a different situation for children, where the space is contained but not constrained.
Fast Facts About The Woodlands Forest School
Best and unique campus in the area, a magical wooded +5 acre in the Woodlands.
K through 6th grade.
Cognia certified, we meet rigorous standards of educational quality and effectiveness to enhance the academic preparation of our students.
Students learn at their own pace.
Holistic approach to learning assessment, no use of grades.
No Standardized testing nor textbooks
Technology used in an ethical, safe, and wise manner.
Significant amount of their time spent outdoors, regardless of weather conditions.
A key focus, deep love and respect for nature among our students.
Incorporation of natural materials sourced from nature, such as leaves and beeswax for art class.
Music and storytelling used as effective tools to deliver their lessons.
Activities include cooking, cleaning, knitting, and carpentry amongst others.
Movement and play, primary methods of learning.
Classrooms have a distinct and unique look and feel, prioritizing calmness, beauty, natural light, and natural furnishings.
Natural wood furniture and wooden toys used.
Ample open space for free play, with minimal traditional desks and simple wooden or fabric toys.
Spiritual development is highlighted across all aspects of the school, welcoming families from diverse religious backgrounds.
Students are involved in animal nurturing, caring for bees, chickens, fish, and other animals.
Creativity and arts strongly emphasized
Opportunities for parental involvement are available.
Students will develop:
- Self-regulation
- Cope with and learn from failure.
- Build resilience.
- Gain a sense of achievement.
- Increased motivation and concentration.
- Improve problem-solving.
- Communication skills.
- Feel empowered with new perspectives.
- Build positive relationships.
- Overall improved well-being and mental health.
Finally, we will take care of the most important part of our school and for our students, our teachers…without them there would be no school, no students and therefore none of these facts…
Contact Us
Feel free to reach out to us with any questions, concerns, or inquiries.
