Enrollment Process

Application: Interested families are invited to complete our online enrollment form.

Confirmation: Upon acceptance, a non-refundable registration fee is required to secure your child's spot. per session.

Trial Period: All new enrollments begin with a 30-day trial period to ensure a good fit for both the child and the program.

Why Choose Northwoods Forest School?

More Than a Program—A Place That Feels Like Home
At Northwoods, we aren’t building a business—we’re building belonging. We offer a nurturing, intentional space where children are seen, supported, and rooted in wonder.

Uncompromising Quality, Deep Connection
Every aspect of our days—from handwork to storytelling, from snacks to nature walks—is crafted with care. This isn’t a plug-and-play curriculum. It’s a living, breathing rhythm of nature, tradition, and love. We don’t grow fast—we grow meaningfully.

The Gold Standard for Soulful Childhoods
We honor childhood as sacred. We are not a revolving door; we are a refuge. Each child is known here—by name, by heart, and by their gifts. Families who join Northwoods aren’t just signing up for childcare—they’re stepping into a lifelong philosophy.

Nature-Infused + Waldorf-Inspired
Our programs blend Scandinavian simplicity, seasonal rhythms, and Waldorf pedagogy in an outdoor setting that inspires wonder and strengthens resilience.

Heart-First Admissions
We’re small by design. That means we’re intentional with who we welcome into our forest family. We seek alignment, mutual respect, and shared values. This is a place of peace, not fake performance.

Join Our Northwoods Adventures

We’re excited to welcome your family to Northwoods Forest School! To ensure a great fit and smooth enrollment process, please follow these steps:

Submit Your Registration Form
Complete the registration form and submit it for review. We’ll carefully review your application to ensure our program is the right fit for your child.
Await Approval
Once your registration has been approved, you’ll receive an email with next steps, including payment instructions for the registration fee.
Secure Your Spot
Pay the Student Fee of $90, this secures your slot for session 1 or session 2, there is one material fee per session, per student.

Important Notes:

Registration is not complete until the fee has been paid and class selections have been finalized.
Spaces are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis after registration is complete.

Have questions? Contact us at northwoodsforestschool.mn@gmail.com for assistance.

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Tours

Waitlist

Fall Session 2025 - Pre-K; Full - Waitlist (1)

Hearthwood Adventure - Open (4)

Spring Session 2026- Pre-K; Full - Waitlist (3)

Hearthwood Adventure- Open (4)

Fall Session 2026 - Pre-K - Open (1)

Hearthwood Adventure- Limited availability

Spring Session 2027 - Pre-K - Limited availability

Hearthwood Adventure - Limited availability

Updated 10/18/25

Tours

Discover the Magic of Northwoods Forest School

Embark on an exclusive journey to explore the heart of Northwoods Forest School. Whether you're seeking inspiration or considering creating your own nature-based program, our guided tours offer an opportunity to experience the wonder, simplicity, and connection that define our space.

May 24th: Spring Awakening; 11am - CANCELED
Join us as Northwoods bursts into life with the energy of spring. Walk the trails, hear our story, and witness how we bring the Scandinavian-inspired forest school dream to life.
One-time fee: $150

Each tour includes a guided walk through our school grounds, an overview of our unique approach to learning, and a heartfelt Q&A session to connect and inspire.

Spaces are limited to preserve the intimacy and magic of the experience. Reserve your spot today and discover how nature, simplicity, and community come together to create something extraordinary.

No photography and NDA required, thank you for your understanding!