We believe children are inherently whole, capable, and wise.
When we give them autonomy in their learning—when we trust their natural curiosity and support their process of discovery—we enter into a mutual relationship built on trust and respect.
Children who feel safe and trusted relax into learning. They take risks. They ask big questions. They follow what lights them up.
And when we step back from rigid standards and let them explore freely, we get to witness something powerful: their true nature and passions begin to unfurl before our eyes.
In this kind of environment, children begin to know themselves—not just as learners, but as whole humans. They discover how they best relate to the world, how they learn, and what matters to them.
With a strong sense of self, emotional fluency, and the tools to keep learning—our students leave ready to meet a changing world with creativity, confidence, and care.
We exist to show people education can be done differently and potentially shift the social belief that children must be fed or taught information in a traditional setting.
The mission of Down to Earth Forest School is to joyfully create a sacred and safe space in nature where young children can effortlessly realize their inherent strengths within a supportive community that fully embraces the expression of their true nature.
The vision of Down to Earth Forest School is to be a beacon of light, a shining example of how education that emphasizes freedom in a natural environment can set a strong foundation for the whole child to continue to care for and love the earth and understand their own belonging.
