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​Serving children ages 2–6, including Preschool, TK, and Kindergarten

Nature’s Lab serves children ages 2–6, including toddlers, preschoolers, TK, and Kindergarten.

Families choose Nature’s Lab because they want a small, relationship-rich, outdoor, bilingual school where children are known, supported, and invited to grow at their own developmental pace.

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Our younger children build the foundation for future learning through play, movement, language, sensory exploration, social-emotional development, outdoor learning, music, art, stories, Spanish, friendship, and daily rhythms that support independence and confidence.

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Our older children continue growing through the same Nature’s Lab values while gaining more opportunities for deeper thinking, early literacy, math, science, leadership, project work, and reflection.

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Whether your child is beginning at age two, entering preschool, preparing for TK, or growing into Kindergarten, Nature’s Lab is designed to grow with them.

Looking for a Different TK or Kindergarten Experience?

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Nature's Lab is a bilingual, nature-based school where children build confidence, friendships, independence, emotional intelligence, and a lifelong love of learning.

 

Families often choose Nature's Lab because they are looking for:

 

✓ Small ratios and individualized support

 

✓ Outdoor learning every day

 

✓ Spanish immersion

 

✓ Strong social-emotional development

 

✓ A community where children are truly known

 

Now enrolling limited TK and Kindergarten openings for August.

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New for August 2026: TK & Kindergarten Options

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Nature’s Lab now offers two pathways for older children:

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Full-Day TK/Kinder at Nature’s Lab
For families who want the full Nature’s Lab older-child curriculum, including outdoor learning, Spanish, social-emotional development, early literacy, math, science, creative expression, environmental stewardship, and project-based learning when developmentally appropriate.

TK/Kinder Bridge


For families whose children attend a short public TK or Kindergarten program and still want continuity in a warm, outdoor, bilingual, emotionally responsive environment before or after their public school day.

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Bridge options include:

  • AM TK/Kinder Bridge: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

  • PM TK/Kinder Bridge: Monday–Friday, 12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

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Families interested in Full-Day TK/Kinder, AM Bridge, or PM Bridge are invited to visit our TK & Kindergarten page to learn more about schedules, tuition, and availability.

See Nature's Lab in Action

Watch a typical day of outdoor learning, friendships, exploration, Spanish immersion, and community.

Common Questions

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Will my child be ready for elementary school?
→ Yes. Children develop strong academic and social foundations.

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How is Spanish taught?
→ Naturally throughout the day through conversation and play.

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What about weather?
→ Outdoor learning is balanced with comfort, safety, and indoor options.

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Why do families stay through TK and Kindergarten?

→  Many families initially join Nature's Lab for preschool and choose to continue through Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten because they see their children developing confidence, independence, strong friendships, emotional intelligence, and a genuine love of learning.

 

Our small ratios and relationship-based approach allow children to continue growing in an environment where they are deeply known and supported.

🌱 Outdoor Learning Everyday.
🌎 Spanish Immersion  throughout the day.
🙋‍♀️ Small groups, Strong relationships.
💞 A true community for your family.

Our Enrollment Process

  1. Schedule a Tour

  2. Visit Nature's Lab and meet our team

  3. Submit an application if the program feels like a good fit

  4. Enrollment decisions are made based on available space and program fit

Why Enrollment is Limited

We intentionally keep small group sizes

so children can:

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  • Build strong relationships

  • Receive individualized support

  • Feel safe, confident, and known

When Openings Become Available

  • Limited TK and Kindergarten openings currently available for August enrollment.

    Rolling enrollment based on transitions

  • Small number of spaces added throughout the year

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CONTACT US

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6201 Winding Way,

Carmichael, CA 95608

S.Anderson@NaturesLabSchool.com

© 2018 by Nature's Lab School.

Lic# 343623537 Preschool License 

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