Connecting kids, nature, and education.
Explore our nature programs
A unique opportunity for your child to learn in – and from – nature.
Our immersive education model encourages children to get to know the world around them.
We offer a unique program based on the Forest School movement that includes a variety of programs, including Nature School for Grades 1-4 and Kindergarten, camps, and a variety of other classes and programs, all of which are designed to foster creativity, curiosity and teamwork through exploration.
Research shows that nature-specific outdoor learning can result in measurable socio-emotional, academic and well-being benefits. Our mission is to connect children (and their families) with these benefits while instilling an appreciation for the natural world and lifelong love of the great outdoors.
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2026-2027
Field Trips
Toronto Nature School offers school field trips that foster independence, ignite wonder, and help students engage with the outdoors. Field trips now available in English and French.
2026-2027
Nature Kindergarten
Designed for students who are looking for an engaging full day outdoor kindergarten experience! We spend our days exploring around the forest and beach.
2026-2027
Nature School (Grades 1-3): Forest Fridays (2026-2027)
Designed for adventurers ages 6-10 this unique educational experience offers a once-a-month opportunity to create a deeper understanding of the natural world! 2026-2027
2026-2027
Nature School (Grades 4-6): Forest Fridays
Designed for adventurers ages 9-12, this unique educational experience offers a once-a-month opportunity to create a deeper understanding of the natural world!
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Ask us about private lessons and school visits.
Our students visit the same areas daily so that they can see how nature changes throughout the seasons. Learn more.
Toronto Nature School is situated in the heart of the Beaches neighbourhood in Toronto. Learn more about our location.
We are thrilled to announce that we are the official winners of the Toronto Star Readers’ Choice awards 2025 for BEST PRIVATE SCHOOL!
A Bit About Us
Toronto Nature School was founded in 2020 by Julia Donnelly O’Neill, a certified teacher with a specialization in outdoor learning and play.
We began with one small kindergarten class and a mission to connect children (and their families) with all the benefits of outdoor education – and have since grown into a thriving alternative education option with extensive programming options, staffed by a team of wonderful, enthusiastic teachers.
When you come to nature school you are learning.
