Welcome to
RIVER GORGE
FOREST SCHOOL
A passion for nurturing and supporting children through outdoor education
River Gorge Forest School was born out of a passion to provide fully immersive outdoor education to children in Chattanooga. We focus on play-based and experiential learning to nurture the whole child.
Our programs include preK (morning & afternoon sessions) and full-day elementary
Programs
Outdoor Elementary
Full-day forest-based K-3 for children 5-9 years old
Monday - Friday
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Tuesday & Thursday
Outdoor Pre-K & Jr. K
Forest-based preK for children 3-5 years old
Morning & afternoon sessions available
Monday - Friday
Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Tuesday/Thursday
River Gorge Forest School pulls educational philosophy from Reggio Emilia + Waldorf + Montessori to nurture and support the whole child while ensuring academic success
Learning to use field guides
Ready to join us in the forest?
We ask that families start by submitting an application after reviewing our FAQs page. Afterwards, we will offer tours as space allows.
Feel free to send us an email us at hello@rivergorgeforestschool.com with any questions!
