Close
150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook, NY 11741 • 631-588-5024
An outdoor classroom is a play-based learning experience in a nature setting where children develop a respect for nature and are encouraged to explore their interests. Classes and events are offered for a range of ages to socialize during cooperative play.
Current Seasonal Hours
Monday – Saturday: 9:30am – 4:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm – 3:00pm (Oct-May 4)
Water Play Digging
Music Art
Building Climbing
Mud Kitchen Gardening
Each area provides children with many learning opportunities in math, science, music, and art while promoting imaginative play, problem-solving skills, and socialization.
These experiences provide occasions to hone their fine and gross motor skills, expand language and communication skills, and gain confidence to engage in new experiences and environments.
Observe the change of water flow at our water table. Discover which objects float and sink, and how adding water changes dirt to mud.
Experiment with making music on our marimba and drums. During classes, children will have the opportunity to use instruments from around the world.
Reach new heights building with our large block set.
One of our most popular areas. Get those hands dirty “cooking” and “baking” using mud and sand.
Experience the texture of dirt, how it differs from sand or mulch. Discover insects or earthworms while digging in this natural material.
Find the beauty in nature – use mud to paint, pinecones to create patterns, and sticks as paint brushes.
Gain self-confidence mastering the “big jump” from our gigantic rock or make it from one log stepper to the next.
Who doesn’t love seeing the “fruits” of their labors in the garden? From seed starting to harvest, connect with the wonders of the garden.
