Early Education & Childcare

Back to School: A Parent’s Perspective

September 21, 2020

Innovative and Enriching Preschool and Before & After School Programs for Children 3-12 Years Old

The goal of Nature’s Nursery programs is to develop confident, motivated lifelong learners with strong academic skills, inquisitive attitudes, keen social intelligence, and critical, creative thinking abilities. A quality learning process encourages children in hands-on discovery and interaction with nature and animals at our farm and unique outdoor spaces. We celebrate each child’s strengths, respecting their individual needs and allowing them to explore in an accepting, nurturing environment.

Our Preschool program meets New York State academic curriculum standards along with creative and enriching activities such as arts & crafts, community service projects and nature study. Before & After School programs feature age-appropriate recreation activities, as well as homework help and group projects to engage young minds.

Nature’s Nursery closely follows guidelines from state agencies and local health authorities to provide a safe and healthy environment for children and staff.

Our standard precautions include:

Daily health screening of all staff and students

Small class size to maintain social distancing and optimal hygiene

Increased cleaning and disinfection of facilities and supplies

Please don’t hesitate to inquire about our complete list of health practices.

Schedule a tour and see our littlest learners in action.

Contact Debbie Moore at dmoore2@greenchimneys.org or 845.279.2995 x301

Brook Lyn the Sheep

Found abandoned in a box with her brother in Brooklyn, NY, this sheep was rescued as a newborn. After she was stabilized by a wildlife rehabilitator, she was driven up to Green Chimneys Farm where the children hand fed her with bottles of warm milk. The responsibility of becoming a caretaker for a little animal like Brook Lyn gives students a chance to recognize their own ability to make a contribution. Many of the children have been “taken care” of all of their lives by caring parents, concerned teachers and mental health staff, but stepping up and holding a bottle for this little orphan lamb transforms them from service receivers to service providers.