
School & Nature RVA
A different kind of school.
Where nature, academics, and life skills grow together

We are moving our school from Dogwood Dell to the Mechanicsville area to bring our vision to life:
A dedicated outdoor school campus on our own land. This transition allows us to create:
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A safer and more stable environment
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A space designed entirely around children
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Deeper, more meaningful learning experiences
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Daily connection to nature, movement, and real-life skills
Step 1 — Westwood (Spring & Summer)
While our future campus is being prepared, we are opening a temporary location in Westwood. This phase is a bridge—a way to begin immediately, while building what comes next.
Program Available :
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Ages 5–9
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3 days per week
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Maximum 11 children
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2 educators
The environment:
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10 acres of land to explore
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Forest and creek access
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Large fenced area for daily activities
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A converted bus and indoor space with AC
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Shelter for heat, storms, and bathroom access
A small group, a rich environment, and the time to build something with intention.
Step 2 — Our School Campus in Mechanicsville Area (Fall Opening)
By this summer, we will secure our own land in the Mechanicsville area (full address will be shared once finalized).
The campus will be prepared over the summer, with a planned move by September/October.
The Westwood location is a starting point.
The campus is the vision.
The Future Campus
Once open, the school will expand to:
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All age groups
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Full-week options (up to 5 days per week) + Extra Curriculum activities
The campus will include:
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A building with indoor space, bathrooms, and weather shelter
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A co-working space for parents
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A garden, orchard and a small farm with animals
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Water access (pond or creek)
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Outdoor classroom environments
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Forest trails for exploration
A place designed for children to move, explore, learn, and grow—every day.
What’s Next
By June/July, Once the land is secured, we will share:
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Photos and visuals
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Prices
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Enrollment options for the full campus
Our website and social media will be updated as the project progresses.
Interested in Joining Us ?
For Spring/Summer : If your Child is 5yo to 9yo, you can call or email us for more information.
For Fall and all ages : you can email us to be sure to get all the updates and be ready when enrollment options are open.
