Nature Connect

5.0(13 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Fairhope, AL

About Nature Connect

Nature Connect is a nature based school in Fairhope that uses the outdoors as its classroom. Its outdoor early childhood programs fit age appropriate academics into time spent exploring, animal tracking, storytelling, plant and animal study, primitive skills and crafts, with mentoring based on the 8 Shields Model. Offerings run from a Nature Nursery and early childhood classes to a Jr. K and kindergarten year, plus after school, homeschool enrichment and family programs. It has an Extended Day option, holiday camps, classes and camps for all ages, and a future enrollment waitlist. Reclaimed wood buildings on a creekside property give children indoor classroom space in bad weather. It serves Daphne, Fairhope and Spanish Fort. Rated 5.0 from 13 Google reviews, all five stars.

What reviewers mention: learning (7), outdoor programs (3), summer camp (3), connection with nature (2), location (2), plant (2), adventure (2), fun (2), staff (2), community (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Pre-K class

    Yes

  • Waitlist

    Yes

  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes

  • Summer camp

    Yes

No information yet on infants and toddlers, accepts child care subsidies, tuition listed, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM, enrichment programs, meals provided, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about Nature Connect

What ages does Nature Connect serve?

Nature Connect takes preschool-age children and a pre-K class. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does Nature Connect cost?

Nature Connect does not publish its tuition online. Call (251) 513-7802 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does Nature Connect accept child care subsidies?

Nature Connect has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (251) 513-7802 to ask. Alabama's subsidy program only pays providers registered to take part in it.

What are Nature Connect's hours?

Nature Connect offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at Nature Connect?

Nature Connect has not said whether meals are included. Ask whether you need to pack lunch and snacks.

Does Nature Connect run a summer camp?

Yes. Nature Connect runs a summer camp. Ask about dates, ages and whether current students get first choice of spots.

Does Nature Connect have a waitlist?

Yes. Nature Connect keeps a waitlist. Ask how long the current wait is for your child's age and how to get on the list.

Is Nature Connect licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up Nature Connect in DHR's Statewide Day Care Directory at apps.dhr.alabama.gov/daycare/daycare_search to see whether it is licensed or exempt, its last inspection and any violations.

Where is Nature Connect and how do I contact it?

Nature Connect is at 7159 McIntyre St, Fairhope, AL 36532. Its phone number is (251) 513-7802. It has a 5.0-star rating from 13 Google reviews.

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