Pathfinders Forest
Preschool
Now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Enrollment will begin on February 17.
- Pathfinders forest preschool program is for children 3 to 5 years old. Students in the program participate in play-based learning, exploration, and self-discovery. Songs, stories, and creative approaches are paired with social-emotional learning to promote a sense of belonging in nature and connections with fellow students.
- The program is held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am to 1:30pm.
- The Magic Forest in Palo Alto is our drop-off and pickup location. Students ride from there in our Honda minivans to local nature preserves.
- Please visit our FAQS page for answers to common questions
2026-27 Tuition: Tuesday/Thursday $7,650
- September 1 - June 3
- Welcome Picnic for Preschool Families Saturday August 29
- Back to Nature Night Tuesday September 16
- September 2 - June 4
- Welcome Picnic for Preschool Families Saturday August 23
- Back to Nature Night Tuesday September 16
- Veterans' Day November 11
- Thanksgiving Break Nov. 24-28
- Winter Break Monday Dec. 22 -Jan 2, school resumes Tuesday Jan. 6
- PAUSD Local Holiday March 10
- Spring Break April 6-10
Download our Preschool Parent Handbook for detailed information about our program.
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