Crow Island Woods Pk · Winnetka, IL
A mixed-age, play-based nature preschool, supporting a child's fundamental need to explore. We foster curiosity and social-emotional skills in an outdoor setting. Immersive, hands-on experiences and spontaneous learning opportunities strengthen a child's connection to the environment. Enrollment Details » Entirely outdoors at Crow Island Woods, a 17-acre nature area (in the event of severe weather, classes are held at nearby Winnetka Presbyterian Church) » School year will run September 2, 2026 - May 28, 2027 (limited openings remain for 2025/26) » 2 days/week minimum registration is required (consecutive days recommended) » Designed for 3-6 year olds (please contact to discuss readiness for children 2.5-2.9 year olds) Tuition and Payment Information » $1565 per day of the week for the year » Pay in full or set up a payment plan » Registration via Payment Plan must be done in-person at Administration Center. Oak Leaf is a co-op collaboratively run and shaped by parents and experienced Waldorf teacher Elizabeth Kelly, To learn more about the program, please reach out to Ms. Kelly at family.life.ways@gmail.com.
