Pathfinders Forest
Preschool
Enrollment is full for the 2026-2027 school year. We are now accepting applications for our waiting list. Enrollment for the 2027-28 school year will begin on February 1, 2027.
- 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 15
- Thanksgiving Break Nov. 23-27
- Winter Break Monday Dec. 21 -Jan 4, school resumes Tuesday Jan. 5
- PAUSD Local Holiday March 16
- Spring Break April 5-9
Download our Preschool Parent Handbook for detailed information about our program.
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