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Start Your Child’s Forest School Journey

Join Hidden Meadow School for nature-based learning that builds kindergarten readiness, confidence, and a lifelong love of discovery. Apply today for ages 3-6.

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Ages Served

3-6 Years
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Program Days

Monday – Thursday
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Hours

HALF DAY:
9 AM – 1 PM
Full Day
9 AM – 3 PM
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School Calendar

North Thurston Schools
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Learning Space

16 Beautiful Acres

Application Form

Complete the form below to apply for enrollment at Hidden Meadow School. We’ll review your application and contact you within 3 business days to schedule a tour and discuss next steps.

Half Day is currently full

Our 9 AM to 1 PM program does not have openings at this time. You are welcome to join the waitlist and we will reach out as soon as a spot opens. Full Day applications are still open below.

Join the Half Day Waitlist

By submitting this application, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

What Happens Next?

Step 1:
We review your application
Step 2:
We contact you to schedule a tour and answer questions
Step 3
Visit our 16-acre outdoor classroom and meet our educators
Step 4
Complete enrollment paperwork and pay registration fee
Step 5
Your child starts their forest school adventure!

Tuition at a Glance

Half-Day Program: $500-900/month
(2-4 days/week)

Full-Day Program: $700-1,200/month
(2-4 days/week)

Registration Fee: $250/one time

Annual Materials Fee: $100

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Have Questions?

We’re here to help! Contact us before, during, or after the application process.

Email: contact@hiddenmeadowschool.org

Phone: (360) 259-7196

You can also read our FAQs or schedule a tour.

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Learn More About Hidden Meadow

Explore our program, meet our team, and see our outdoor classroom

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Our Program
See our current 9am- 3pm forest preschool options
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Meet Our Team
Learn about our experienced, passionate educators
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Our 16- Acre Campus
Explore forests, meadows, gardens, and animal areas
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Homeschool Enrichment
Wilderness skills for school-age homeschoolers, ages 6 to 12
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Tuition & Enrollment
See current half-day and full-day pricing and enrollment options
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Schedule a Tour
Visit our outdoor classroom to see forest school in action

Forest school makes a Difference

We learn academics while being immersed in the forest!

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Time for Deep Exploration
Children engage in extended projects, witness full cycles in nature (planting, tending, harvesting), and develop sustained focus and attention. Learning is not rushed.
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Lunch as Social Learning
Family-style meals teach social skills, self-help abilities, nutrition awareness, gratitude, and community building. These are life skills that extend far beyond the table.
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Afternoon Rest & Restoration
Quiet time allows children to process morning learning, regulate emotions, and recharge. Rest is productive, not wasted time. Children leave feeling balanced, not overstimulated.
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Works for Your Family
Whether you work full-time, manage health challenges, care for family members, or simply want more enrichment time for your child, extended hours provide the flexibility your family needs.
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Deeper Relationships
More time together means stronger peer bonds, greater emotional security, and a true sense of belonging. Children become mentors, collaborators, and confident community members.
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Afternoon Outdoor Adventures
Additional nature exploration, creative play, and skill-building experiences in the cooler afternoon hours. More outdoor preschool activities mean more growth, confidence, and joy.
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Hidden Meadow School vs. Traditional Daycare

Not all childcare is created equal. Here is what sets us apart.

FeatureHidden Meadow
Full Day		Traditional
Daycare
Nature-based curriculum
Master’s-level educator leadership
Inclusive of neurodivergent children
Primarily outdoor learning
Emergent, child-led curriculum
Quiet rest time (not forced napping)
16 acres of outdoor classroom space
Forest trails, creeks, gardens, animals
Educational focus, not just supervision

Join the Waitlist

If the days or hours you need are not currently available, we would love to keep you in mind. Joining the waitlist is free and takes about a minute. We will reach out as soon as a spot opens that matches what your family is looking for.
Waitlist families also hear first about new programs and schedule options.

Join the Waitlist

Tell us a little about your family and what you are looking for. We will keep your information on file and contact you when a matching spot becomes available. There is no fee and no obligation.


By submitting this application, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Application FAQs

Everything you need to know about our upcoming full day program

Yes! We require tours where you visit many of the areas where your child will play and learn.
No, applying is completely free. The $250 registration fee is only due once your child is accepted and you decide to enroll.
If the schedule you need is not currently available, you can join our waitlist at no cost. We will contact you as soon as a matching spot opens. Waitlist families also hear first about new programs.
This is not daycare. It is extended forest school education. Children receive the same high-quality, nature-based curriculum all day with small groups, Master’s-level educator leadership, and intentional programming including rest time and outdoor exploration. Our program gets your children Kindergarten ready.
Yes! We welcome all children. Our lead educator has a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and dual endorsements in Special Education & Elementary Education. Along with 15+ years experience in traditional classrooms with autism, ADHD, sensory processing, and other needs.

Jake, our assistant director is a board certified Behavior Analyst who who focuses on early intervention and helping students with autism build communication and social-emotional coping skills. We’ll work with you to determine if we can meet your child’s needs.

Questions About the Application?

We’re here to help! Reach out anytime with questions or concerns.

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