Follow the child, find the wild.
An indoor Montessori work cycle and an outdoor program in Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood. Children choose meaningful work, build skills at their own pace, and spend real time in the natural world.
Pick one, or put them together
Each program runs 3.5 hours, morning or afternoon. Families can enroll in both, so children are with us from 8:30 to 3:30.
Wind Rose Montessori
A prepared classroom following the principles of the American Montessori Society, designed to support independence, concentration, and a child's natural love of learning.
Overview of the Montessori program →Magnolia Explorers
Where little feet make big discoveries. Outdoor adventures through Discovery Park, the Ballard Locks, Fisherman's Terminal and the streets of Magnolia.
Our outdoor program →Three ideas shape every day
Follow the child
Children lead.
Children choose their work and stay with it as long as they need. Teachers guide, observe, and step in when it helps.
Partners with families
Home and school, together.
We keep families close with updates, conversations, and shared goals, so children feel the same support at home and at school.
Having fun
Learning is best through play.
Our days are full of songs, laughter, muddy boots, and big discoveries. Children who are having fun stay curious, and curious children love to learn.
Shire and Rivendell
Each program runs for 3.5 hours. Enroll in one program, or in both so your child is with us from 8:30am to 3:30pm. At midday, teachers meet at a designated point to transition children between programs.
Shire Class
No nap / restGreat for children who are ready for a focused morning followed by active outdoor time.
Rivendell Class
Nap / rest availableIdeal for children who benefit from an active outdoor start and enjoy a focused or restful afternoon.
