Our mission is to cultivate a diverse community of inquisitive learners

who welcome each other with friendship

approach new experiences with confidence

and love spending time outdoors

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 – learning should be fun & empowering

 – children learn best through play

 – we all have wisdom to share

 – diversity is our strength

 – we are in this together

 – belonging is for everyone

 – spending time in nature is a priority

A place for building connections

A preschool or a camp is more than a place for children to spend their day. It is a place for them to share and build on the knowledge and experiences they already have, a place to get excited about learning new things, to develop new skills, grow in confidence, and make good friends. It’s a place where children learn how to be part of a community.

And a preschool or a camp is not just a place for children, it is a place for families, to build social connections, to share their wisdom, and to enter into partnerships with teachers and camp counselors who are ready to listen and work together to support every child’s ongoing growth, happiness and development.

The play-learning connection

At the Connection Station, we believe in the power and importance of play in every child’s learning journey. Watch the video to learn about the play-learning connection.

Outside is the perfect place

Nature spaces create endless possibilities for play, and playing outside in nature has many benefits for children,  (link to CNN infographics 1, 2 and 3). ADD PICTURE OF NATURE SPACE (black lines only)

Unfortunately, most children have much less opportunity to play outdoors than in the past

At the Connection Station, we intentionally create those opportunities. Children spend all of their time outside, moving their bodies, exploring and learning in nature spaces in all weathers. By spending this valuable time in nature spaces they build the resilience and confidence that comes with knowing how to be safe and comfortable outside in all weathers. BACKGROUND SLIDE SHOW?

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