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Ketcha Outdoors

Ketcha Outdoors

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Farm and Forest School

The Farm and Forest Preschool at Ketcha Outdoors emphasizes hands-on experiences, sensory exploration, and outdoor play in both farm and forest environments. Children engage in activities such as nature walks, gardening, animal care, storytelling, and creative arts and crafts using natural materials. The curriculum is designed to foster a deep connection with nature, promote environmental stewardship, and support children’s holistic development, including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional aspects. Each week we offer a deep dive into behaviors, experiences, and cognitive learning on our YouTube channel. Check out our Preschool Director, Kailina Mills’ Deep Dive Playlist.

Participation Requirements

Because we are based outdoors in unfenced woods it is a requirement of the program that children are able to stay with the group and not run away. Children are also required to be potty trained and independently using the toilet. We keep a 6:1 ratio of students per teacher.

We can accommodate children who require 1:1 support if their support professional is provided by the family or through another service. Please contact the preschool director Kailina Mills at kmills@ketchaoutdoors.org if your child requires additional support to discuss whether or not this program would be a good fit for your child.

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A visit is required before registration. You can schedule a visit with Kailina, our Preschool Director, by emailing her at kmills@ketchaoutdoors.org. When registering only check off September. This will hold your spot for the whole school year through May. Our system is set up as monthly sessions for payment processing. You only need to pay $70 to hold your spot. Of that, $20 is a once-yearly registration fee and the other $50 will be credited to your first month’s tuition. Enrollment is open throughout the year based on availability.

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336 Black Point Rd
Scarborough, ME 04074
(207) 883-8977

EIN. 01-0211784

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155 Washington Ave.
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 761-7632

EIN. 01-0211784

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