Wild Things
Preschool Co-Op
Description
Explorers start the day participating in our Tinkergarten class and then extend the fun with more nature play, art, and sensory exploration. This is a weekly drop-off program for ages 3-8 years old. Parents or caregivers are required to volunteer a few sessions throughout the year.
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We run Tuesdays from 10-11am for Tinkergarten and then 11-3pm for our extended play program.
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Dates
2026-27 School Year
Begins September 15, with an optional meet & greet day to be scheduled a week or two before
Runs through June 1
Days off usually follow the QACPS calendar with additional and extended seasonal breaks
Total of 30 sessions
Times
10-11am Tinkergarten
11-3pm Lunch, nature play, plus art and sensory exploration "invitations"
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Cost
We are offering a sliding scale for tuition for school year 2026-27 - choose the best option for your family and support the future of our programs, if you can.
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$2250/year SUPER Sustainer option - supports our current programs AND helps us as we save for our permanent future location!
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$2100/year Sustainer option - supports the full cost of our staff, supplies, and allows for more professional development and special programs
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$1980/year Actual cost option - covers the actual cost of our staff and supplies
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$1800/year Subsidized tuition option - we're happy to provide this discounted tuition rate for whoever needs it. This rate is available thanks to fundraisers and donations.
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Partial scholarships may be available. Please email the Director, if tuition cost is prohibitive for your family.
Discounts available for siblings and parent participation beyond the required 1-2 days/year
Deposit of $150 due when registering. Remaining tuition will be collected in 3 payments due September 1, December 1, and March 1. Monthly payments available upon request. Payments must be made by check or ACH transfer. Credit card payments incur an extra 3.5% fee.
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Ages
Open to explorers ages 3-8. Must be 3 before the first session. School-aged explorers must be registered as homeschool students with their county. For preschool aged explorers, please note, this is not considered child-care and at least one parent or caregiver volunteer from the group will be scheduled to stay for each session. Each caregiver will be expected to volunteer 2-3 times a year. This is considered a "co-op." Outdoor preschools are currently not able to be licensed in the State of Maryland, but there's a pilot program currently underway to allow full-time outdoor childcare - hopefully within the next 3 years!
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Explorer Forms
Complete this form once per school year. One form per explorer. Thanks!
More Information
Email wonderwildoutdoorschool@gmail.com with any questions. Want to check out our program in person? Email to schedule a tour or trial day!