Milton
Forbes House Museum
Our new Milton program is located on the grounds of the historic Forbes House Museum.
Spots are still available for the current school year. Schedule a tour today!
ONLINE enrollment for our Half Day Summer program is now OPEN!
Mixed Age in Milton
Our mixed age programs focus on sensory exploration, honing fine and gross motor skills, and building class community. These nature-immersive classes spark curiosity and concentration, and foster independence in young children.
* For the current school year, our Milton program accepts children ages 2.9 - 5 years.
Starting in 2024 - 25, the class will expand to include ages 2 - 5 years.
The Forbes House
The Forbes House sits atop Milton Hill, on the traditional land of the Neponset Tribe of the Indigenous Massachusett people. Now a museum on the National Register of Historic Places, the house was built in 1833 and four generations of the Forbes family called it home.
The museum offers a look into its own rich history, and hosts a diverse range of exhibits and events which are open to the public.
We are thrilled to partner with the Forbes House Museum, as the next chapter in their story unfolds.
Children joining us here will play among the massive beech trees and explore the property’s many gardens, while also enjoying visits to adjacent Governor Hutchinson’s field. With ongoing projects to care for the beeches, and restore the Barn and Carriage House on-site, we will witness the transformation of history to withstand the present and future.
To help support our gracious host, we ask all families enrolled in Milton to purchase an annual membership to the Museum. With the many events and exhibits found at Forbes, we’re sure you’ll want to use it!
“Passionate, dedicated, experienced educators leading an entirely nature-immersive curriculum within Boston's urban setting - a gem!”
- Hannah
What's Next?
Cultivate Curiosity, Connection, & Confidence
1. Inquire:
Filling out an inquiry form lets us know you’d like to learn more about BOPN. We will email you brief introductory information and help you arrange a time to see our sites!
2. Visit:
Touring our classes gives you the opportunity to see our philosophy in practice, chat with our experienced nature educators, and stand in awe of the stunning forests, gardens, and landscapes the children explore.
3. Enroll:
We will provide everything you need to complete our entirely online enrollment process (payment & forms). Financial aid is available.
Take the first step.
Our Outdoor Educators
Meet the Forbes House Museum
Located in the historic town of Milton, Massachusetts, the Forbes House Museum spans across 13 acres, is an idyllic setting that transports visitors back in time. The landscape is adorned with breathtaking gardens, marshes and open spaces for children to explore.
