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Open play field under an old beech tree at Newark Nature School in Newark, DE
Now Open! Spots Available

Now open, with spots available.

Right on West Main, between the Newark Country Club and Newark First Presbyterian church, our doors are now open to 80 children from 12 weeks through pre-K. Come grow with us.

Join the Waitlist Call Us · (302) 461-7474

Spots are available now. Our waitlist is how we get to know your family. Want a tour? Call us or join the waitlist and we’ll be in touch to set one up.

Spots Available 12 wks – 5 yrs Mon – Fri · 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM Downtown Newark, DE Discounts starting at 10%
Programs by age

Five rooms, 12 weeks through pre-K

Every classroom uses the Brightwheel Experience Curriculum, with a new nature theme each week. Tuition varies by program. Ask us for the current rate sheet.

Infant room with cribs and a book display at Newark Nature School, Newark, DE

Infants · 12 wks – 12 mo

Feeding and nap rhythms that follow your baby, daily reading and music, sensory play, and lots of one-on-one talking.

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Toddler classroom (1s Room) at Newark Nature School, Newark, DE

Toddlers · 12 – 24 mo

Early language, finger paints, music circles, story time, and gross-motor play. First words and first steps shared in the app.

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Two-year-olds classroom at Newark Nature School, Newark, DE

Two-Year-Olds · 24 – 36 mo

Vocabulary, colors and shapes, blocks, dramatic play, and first steps toward independence, plus potty-training support.

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3s Room preschool classroom at Newark Nature School, Newark, DE

3s Room · 3 yrs

Letter and sound recognition, number sense, beginning writing, science, art, and music, all tied to the week’s nature theme.

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4s Room pre-K classroom at Newark Nature School, Newark, DE

4s Room · 4 – 5 yrs

Reading readiness, number sense to 20, beginning writing, and a full portfolio of work to bring to kindergarten.

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Spots available now

Reach out today and Savanna will walk you through availability, tuition, and a tour.

Outside the classroom

Every room gets time outdoors

Shaded lawn under the old beech tree at Newark Nature School, Newark, DE

The Field Under the Beech

A huge open field with a big old beech tree that shades the grass and picnic tables.

Covered sand table and water table at Newark Nature School, Newark, DE

Sand & Water Play

A covered sand table and a water table for digging, scooping, pouring, and splashing.

Raised vegetable garden beds at Newark Nature School, Newark, DE

Our Garden

Each spring the children grow their own vegetables from seed and plant them in the garden.

Getting started

How enrollment works

1

Join the waitlist

A short form with your child’s birthday and the start date you’re hoping for. We have spots available now.

2

Hear from Savanna

She’ll reach out within 24 hours with the rate sheet and any discounts that apply.

3

Take a tour

See the classrooms, the field under the beech, and the garden, and meet the people who’ll care for your child.

4

Save your spot

Pick your start date and we’ll get your child’s room ready.

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UD Faculty & Staff Discount

Working at the University of Delaware? You’re a neighbor. We offer 10% off weekly tuition for verified UD employees - applied automatically once you send us a quick note.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. We’re closed weekends and federal holidays, and our calendar follows UD’s observed holiday schedule.

Tuition varies by age group. Join the waitlist, or call or text us, and Savanna will send the current rate sheet, usually within a business day.

Yes. We offer a 10% community partner discount for UD faculty and staff and other local employers and organizations, a 10% sibling discount, and we work with Delaware’s Purchase of Care subsidy.

Yes! Call us at (302) 461-7474 or join the waitlist and we’ll reach out to set up a visit.

Schedule a tour today.

Spots are available now! Call us or join the waitlist below, and we’ll be in touch to set up your visit.

Join the Waitlist (302) 461-7474

292 W Main St, Newark, DE 19711