TimberNook Nature-Based Play

Inspiring creativity, imagination, & independence in the great outdoors

The TimberNook program is about getting outdoors, stimulating the senses, and encouraging children to experience the joy of nature-based play. The program gives our students the freedom to learn and explore in ways that traditional classrooms can't, and the opportunity to experience unrestricted, child-led, free play. Each experience is unique to the location, provider, and group of children, and includes free play in sensory-rich learning environments to challenge the mind, body, and senses.

The TimberNook Experience

Children get to acquire creative, physical, social, emotional confidence. Gain deep practice in collaboration, communication and conflict resolution. And they do so within nature - thus establishing and strengthening a life-long appreciation for the natural world. These TimberNook sessions are offered 1-2 times a month for each program and are lead by TimberNook certified instructors.

Developmental Support

TimberNook is not your typical nature program. Woven into the fabric of our school, the program integrates the therapeutic benefits of being outdoors with a thorough understanding of child development and alternative education. The result is a sensory play experience that supports every aspect of the growing child by skillfully using the environment as inspiration.

Transform with TimberNook

Providers often speak of the “magic” they witness with TimberNook, even over the course of just one week. Children of all abilities are able to challenge their social, emotional, sensory, and cognitive skills, with therapeutic benefits that are vast and often surprising.

What Parents Are Saying

  • “I cannot say enough about this amazing preschool in Stratham, NH. The focus on outdoor education and exploration has helped my daughter come out of her shell and grow into an inquisitive kid who loves to learn about and explore her world. I highly recommend Acorn School for your child's early education experience!”
    -Patricia Turmelle

  • “I can't say enough amazing things about Acorn School! Both of my children attend school there and the school is just magical. The staff is wonderful and it's a great balance of inside and outside learning. My kids look forward to going to school each day!”
    -Eli Skovron