Discover Forest School – Free Trial Day!
Let your child explore, play, and learn in nature;guided by a village of educators, mentors, and real-world skill sharing.
What we offer!
Nurture the Nature Forest School offers programs for children ages 2-13 in Scarborough, including Forest Preschool, Kindergarten, School-Age Forest School, and Camps.
​​Our unique approach blends outdoor education and therapeutic support to build resilience, confidence, and a strong connection with nature.​ Guided by experienced educators and visiting specialists, children learn in a village-style environment.​
​Located at 390 Morningside Avenue, Morningside Park!
Limited spaces available!
Experience the benefits of learning in nature.
A place where your child can explore, create, and build confidence in a rich, sensory environment.
Through hands-on experiences and real-world skill building, children develop resilience, independence, and a strong sense of self.
A bit about us
Nurture the Nature Forest School was founded in 2022 by Brittany Gillingham, a licensed Lead Forest School Practitioner and certified Therapeutic Skills Practitioner for Outdoor Leaders.​
Through years of research and experience working with children and youth, Brittany saw the powerful impact that learning in and with nature can have, leading her to create a program where children can truly thrive.
"Passion is lifted from the Earth itself by the muddy hands of the young. It travels along grass-stained sleeves to the heart. If we are going to save environmentalism and the environment, we must also save an endangered indicator species: the child in nature” Richard Louv
Benefits of Forest School
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Boosts physical and mental health
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Enhances ecological literacy
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Fosters environmental stewardship
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Improves cognitive flexibility and academics
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Builds self-esteem and confidence
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Strengthens attention and memory
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Stimulates creativity and imagination
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Advances fine and gross motor skills
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Beneficial shifts in perserverance and resilience
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Reduces stress and increases patience
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Enhances leadership, and teamwork
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Strengthens problem solving, and critical thinking
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Improves risk-taking and self-regulation
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Increases concentration and motivation
Share Your Skills with Our Community
At Nurture the Nature Forest School, learning is rooted in nature, connection, and hands-on experiences.
Throughout the year, we also welcome additional specialists, parents, caregivers, and community members to share their skills, passions, and cultural knowledge with our students.
From woodworking and gardening to storytelling, music, and land-based skills—these shared experiences enrich and deepen the children’s learning.
Interested in being part of our village? We’d love to hear from you.
Ask us about Field Trips, Private Lessons, and B-earth day parties!
