What is WNS all about?

Mission Statement

The mission of Wasatch Nature School is to provide hands-on opportunities for learning and skill development through nature-based experimentation, creative arts, and outdoor exploration to develop a lasting appreciation for the natural world.

Child-Centered Learning

My goal is to guide students through learning experiences as they ask questions, express curiosity or concern, and show enthusiasm towards discoveries. Students experiment, problem-solve and explore with their senses. Students voice opinions and express ideas through language and the arts. Students develop friendships and learn from one another through cooperative play. In other words, students actively participate in all aspects of learning!

My program provides a complete framework of academic skills children need to prepare for kindergarten. Physical, social, emotional, cognitive and creative skills blossom in these formative years. But we are always learning through the lens of nature at Wasatch Nature School.

About Wasatch Nature School

In contrast to traditional preschool programs, at Wasatch Nature School:
ŸChildren have daily outdoor experiences.

ŸChildren interact with and care for live plants and animals.
ŸChildren eat, grow and prepare healthy foods for snack.

*See Curriculum tab for more specific information