NOW OPEN!
Cleveland Metroparks Nature Preschool
at Garfield Park
Cleveland Metroparks Nature Preschool is excited to announce our third location in the beautifully renovated Garfield Park. The program is currently seeking student applicants who are interested in joining us for the 2025-26 school year. If you are interested in joining us for our 2025-26 school year, please fill out a lottery request here.
Registration for the 2026-27 school year will be in February 2026. Please see our registration page for details.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Cleveland Metroparks Nature Preschool provides an exceptional child-centered and nature-based preschool environment. We believe that by immersing children into nature at an early age, they develop a deep-seated appreciation and understanding of the natural world and their place within it. We believe that children “learn by doing” and that the natural world provides unique opportunities to spark curiosity, problem solve, and build relationships. Our mission is:
Fostering healthy development, connecting children to nature,
and inspiring the next generation.
Cleveland Metroparks Nature Preschool Cleveland Metroparks Nature Preschool at Garfield Park operates on a slightly different model than our locations in the Rocky River and North Chagrin Reservations.
Here’s what will not change:
- We will combine best practices of early childhood education with those of environmental education.
- We will operate from September through May with closures for holidays and breaks in November, December and April.
- We will provide low student to teacher ratios.
- Our programs are all licensed through the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
- Families will be able to choose between a 5 day a.m. or a 3 day p.m. schedule. Tuition rates can be found in our FAQ.
Some key differences:
- Ohio Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) vouchers can be used for this location.
- A limited number of scholarships are available for families who qualify.
- Snack and outdoor gear can be provided at parent request.
Contact Us!
If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected] or call us at 216-954-3404