About Our Program
About Our Program
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At Eagle Creek Explorers, we embrace an emergent curriculum that adapts to the children’s interests and discoveries. By documenting their learning journeys, we create a rich, child-led learning environment that fosters curiosity and growth. Our program is:
• Child-Led: We empower children to take charge of their own learning, allowing their interests to guide our activities.
• Play-Based: Play is at the heart of our approach, encouraging exploration and creativity.
• Nature-Based: Situated on almost 5 acres, our inviting nature playscape and diverse natural areas offer endless opportunities for outdoor adventures.
Our property features chickens that the children can help feed, a plethora of fruit trees a dedicated garden space where they can learn about sustainable practices like composting, recycling, repurposing and an indoor classroom space designed to spark curiosity and imaginative play. We also have two friendly dogs who live here, but they will be kept separate from the children during school hours. We are a screen-free school, believing that nature acts as the third teacher, offering invaluable lessons and experiences.
We provide two largely organic, balanced snacks each day to keep our explorers energized and healthy. While we strive to spend as much time as possible outdoors, we understand the need to occasionally retreat indoors for rest and to meet the children’s needs.
Our goal is to cater to the individual needs of each child, tailoring our program to their unique strengths and interests, ensuring every child thrives at Eagle Creek Explorers. We also aim to foster a sense of community, helping children build strong, supportive relationships with each other.
Our Daily Schedule
Our Daily Schedule
At Eagle Creek Explorers, our daily schedule provides structure while allowing flexibility to follow the children’s needs and curiosities. Our schedule is adaptable to ensure we can cater to the children’s interests and spontaneous discoveries throughout the day.
6:30am - 7:30am Early Drop Off:
6:30am - 7:30am Early Drop Off:
Children arriving for early drop off will do so to our indoor classroom.
7:30am - 8:30am Outdoor Dropoff:
7:30am - 8:30am Outdoor Dropoff:
Children arrive and parent's are welcomed/encouraged to stay a few minutes to engage with the community. The children have a chance to socialize and free play while we wait for everyone to arrive for the day.
8:30am - Potty Break
8:30am - Potty Break
8:50am - 9:05am AM Snack/Story:
8:50am - 9:05am AM Snack/Story:
Children take a break to have a healthy snack and drink water while listening to an engaging story.
9:10am - 9:30am Group Check in/Welcome Song:
9:10am - 9:30am Group Check in/Welcome Song:
The group gathers for a morning circle where they set intentions for the day, talk about the weather/seasons and have fun singing our welcome song!
9:30 - 10:30am - Nature Exploration/Free Play:
9:30 - 10:30am - Nature Exploration/Free Play:
Children engage in outdoor activities that promote child-led exploration and discovery, such as nature walks, imaginative play, scavenger hunts or natural sensory activities.
10:30am - Potty Break
10:30am - Potty Break
10:45a - 11:30am - Guided Outdoor Activities
10:45a - 11:30am - Guided Outdoor Activities
The group participates in a hands-on activity such as making a nature craft, gardening, yoga or music and dance!
11:40am - 12:10pm Lunch:
11:40am - 12:10pm Lunch:
Children take a break for lunch and are encouraged to connect with each other during this time.
12:10pm - 12:30pm Potty Breaks/Mindfulness Activity:
12:10pm - 12:30pm Potty Breaks/Mindfulness Activity:
The group comes together for some fun breath work and meditation activities to wind down for rest time.
12:30 - 2:00pm - Rest Time:
12:30 - 2:00pm - Rest Time:
Children have a chance to rest, read, or engage in quiet activities in our indoor classroom.
2:00pm - 2:15pm Potty Break
2:00pm - 2:15pm Potty Break
2:15pm - 2:35pm - PM Snack:
2:15pm - 2:35pm - PM Snack:
Children take a break to have a healthy snack and drink water in the afternoon.
2:35pm - 3:00pm - Indoor Free play:
2:35pm - 3:00pm - Indoor Free play:
Children engage in free play, art activities and exploration in our indoor classroom.
3:00pm - 3:40pm - Afternoon Outdoor Play/Nature Exploration:
3:00pm - 3:40pm - Afternoon Outdoor Play/Nature Exploration:
Children engage in outdoor activities that promote child-led exploration and discovery, such as nature walks, imaginative play, scavenger hunts, or natural sensory activities.
3:40pm - 4:00pm Closing Group/Daily Reflection :
3:40pm - 4:00pm Closing Group/Daily Reflection :
The group comes together to reflect on the day's activities and share any highlights or insights. They set intentions for the following day and say goodbye to each other and the natural environment.
4:00-5:00pm Pick-up :
4:00-5:00pm Pick-up :
Children depart for the day.
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