The Rewilding Mission
Children learn through touch, imagination, and play. Their minds are still forming, and a natural instinct of theirs is to watch, mimic, puzzle, and learn. In our experience, the forest is the perfect place to learn these lessons. Our education system is built around small class sizes, dedicated educators, and moreover a commitment to the idea that there’s a different way. A different way to teach, to learn, to run a business. A different way for families, and children, to learn so we can build a better society together.
The Rewilding School is built around the notion that in order to change the results of life, we have to update the spaces and ways that we teach children how to live. And there’s no such thing as “too soon” for that to start.
Check out our programs, and give us a shot. Even with just one class, we promise to show you something different.
​Inclusion and Equity
We are wholeheartedly committed to anti-racist and deconstructivist programming that reframes our connection to the stolen land that we occupy as Americans.
If you are a member of a community that has been negatively affected by the imperialist and colonial policies of the United States, please take a look at our Reparative Roots program. It is a free seasonal program that we hold to build skills and community together in the beauty of Westchester’s forest and fields.
We work to provide an open and inclusive space that allows for people of every background and identity to feel safe and supported. We are a pro-LGBTQIA+ organization that recognizes people that come from all over the gender and sexuality spectra. All pronouns are welcome here.
We see the world, especially the natural world, as a place of cycles and balance. Our programs are focused on building connections, community, and conversation that pinpoints on the love and life that can be cultivated in the outdoors. We ask everyone to leave their bigotry and bias at the door and come together to create safe spaces for everyone to learn together.
Our Pricing Structure / credits
We understand that every family is different, with a variety of needs that range from finances to time and far beyond it. We've always created space in our admin team for individuals to reach out and discuss their needs with us, and we do our best to keep costs low and class times/locations variable to address the needs of all our families. Below you'll find a breakdown of our pricing options, which are available through most of our programming.
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Standard Tier - The normal rate for a full season of programming
Flex Pass - A pack of 5 day passes that can be used throughout a season of programming
Program Credit (Family Credit) - Family credit is applied to your account and can be used as a form of payment for future programs.Family credit does not expire and may be used toward any Rewilding School program, including private programs such as workshops, birthdays, and scout programs.
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Deposits and registration fees are non-refundable. If a participant chooses to withdraw from the program, no refund will be issued, and no further tuition will be due.
Note: All scheduled days off (including holidays and seasonal breaks) are already included in the program cost and are not eligible for credit or make-up days.​
One-Time Payment Programs
The cost of the program includes one weather cancellation.
For additional weather cancellations, a credit of 50% of that day will be issued as family credit.
Monthly Payment Programs
Each monthly payment includes one weather cancellation.
For additional weather cancellations within the same month, a credit of 50% of that day will be issued as family credit. This process resets each month.
If there is a pending payment, the credit will be applied to that payment. If payments are complete, the credit will remain on your account with no expiration and may be used for any program.​​
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​Wild Summer Policy Only
All registrations are non-refundable. Cancellations made at least two weeks prior to the start of the program will receive a family credit. This credit does not expire and may be used for any future program. Cancellations made within two weeks of the program start date are not eligible for family credit.
​How a Flex Pass works
A Flex Pass gives you 5 classes to use during the season for the program of your choice. Each pass is valid for any available class dates within that season, as long as there is space. If you’d like to register another participant, you will need to purchase an additional Flex Pass.
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To use your Flex Pass, you’ll need to reserve your class dates ahead of time through a scheduling link provided by our admin team.
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Once you’ve used all 5 of your classes, you’ll need to purchase another Flex Pass if you’d like to continue attending.
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Any unused days from your Flex Pass will automatically roll over to the next season. For example, unused days from Winter will roll into Spring, and new Spring days will roll into Fall. Please note that Flex Pass days only roll over once - after that, they will expire.
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We encourage you to make the most of your Flex Pass by reserving your spot early and enjoying as many classes as possible!
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Flex Passes are valid for one person per registration. Each participant must have their own Flex Pass. Reservations are required to attend classes.
Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance to allow other families the opportunity to register.
If a class is canceled due to weather or a staff emergency, the reserved Flex Pass day will not be deducted and will remain available for future use.
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Failure to attend a reserved class without prior cancellation will result in the forfeiture of that Flex Pass day.Flex Passes are non-refundable and non-transferable unless otherwise stated.
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Sick Children Should Stay Home!
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Even as a wholly outdoor school, a lot of our programming centers around sharing–that means spaces, tools, and ideas. We ask that if you are sick, symptomatic, or or still recovering, that you stay home. Children spread things with ease, as any parent knows, and the last thing we want to do is cancel a class due to everyone falling ill.
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We hope to see you back soon when you're feeling better!
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ATTENDANCE AND WEATHER POLICY​​
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Attendance Policy
We do not offer program credit, refunds, or makeup days for health-related or other absences.
Participants are to only attend the classes they have officially registered for. Please do not attend a class unless you are officially registered.
We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, but unfortunately, we are unable to offer makeup days for missed classes at this time.
Each program has its own set of sign-in sheets and emergency information forms tailored to the specific day of the week and location. This approach enables us to promptly adhere to emergency protocols, thereby ensuring the safety of all participants in our outdoor learning environment. We genuinely appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Weather Cancellation Policy
The Rewilding School will issue a Weather Watch email if any of the following conditions are forecast:
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Winds above 20 miles per hour
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Thunderstorms / lightning
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Snowstorms
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Temperatures below 20°F or above 95°F
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Air Quality concerns
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For days with a Heat Index or “RealFeel” temperature over 95°F where the ambient temperature is below 95°F, we will send an advisory with instructions to pack extra water and cooling items. Activities may be adjusted to require less exertion.
Air Quality Guidelines:
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AQI 100–150: Preschool programs are canceled; school-age programs will have modified/monitored activity
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AQI 150+: All programs are canceled
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If any of the above conditions are forecast, you will receive a Weather Watch email. A final determination will be made the following morning, and cancellation notices will be sent via text message by 7:30 AM.
Weather Cancellations & Credits
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