Forest School in Lafayette, Indiana

Many children struggle within the walls of traditional classrooms. Instead of trying to change the child to fit the classroom, we’re changing the classroom to fit the child.

Benefits of Forest Schools

Problem solving
Working memory
Self-control
Focus
Perseverance

Our Educational Philosophy

Children learn best through play
Nature organizes our sensory systems, which prepares our brains for learning
Appropriate risk-taking helps children to gain confidence and independence
Low student to teacher ratios helps us to coach our students through appropriate risks
Spending time outside in all weather helps build resilience and improves immune function
Multi-age classes help to improve social-emotional skills

For Parents

Fundraising

Forest Academy needs your help to offer more forest school classes and specialized services for the children of the Greater Lafayette community.

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