A World of Friends School
Program PhilosophyOur philosophy is providing a nature-based program that educates children in a developmentally appropriate way and teaches them environmental stewardship. We strive to develop children’s meaningful connection with natural world, laying the foundation for the development of environmentally sustainable behaviors. AWOFS has blended two disciplines, early childhood and environmental education to meet the developmental needs of the whole child. Nature-based programs (NBP) provide the opportunities for learning in, about, and with nature.
Benefits of a Nature-Based Programs
- Supports multiple development domain
- Supports cognitive abilities
- Improves academic performance
- Reduces Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) symptoms
- Increases physical development
- Improves nutrition
- Improves eyesight
- Improves social relations
- Improves self-discipline* Reduces stress
Benefits of Risky Play
Risky play helps to develop important life skill learnings such as:
* Building resilience and persistence
* Balance and coordination
*Awareness of the capabilities and limits of their own bodies
* The ability to assess and make judgement about risk
* Handling tools safely and with purpose
* Understanding consequence to action
Now Enrolling for 2024-25 School Year
Call Us Today
667-309-3650 or 443-835-0738
Limited spaces are available for free* Pre-K. Come and see if you qualify. To register for Prekindergarten your child must turn four-years old on or before September 1, 2021. To apply contact us at, 667-309-3650. You will need your child’s proof of birth and proof of income (2020 tax return, front page)
Great news: Your three-year old’s may qualify for FREE* services as well.