Outdoor Education for Little Explorers
BOPN supports toddler development through school year and seasonal programs focused on sensory exploration, gross and fine motor skills, and building social-emotional foundations for preschool readiness.
Little Explorer programs primarily serve children under 2.9 years.
Options vary by location, as determined by BOPNโs licensing capacity, ECE regulations, and each site partnersโ rules. Please see location pages for details.
Options for Little Explorers
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Weekdays | 9AM - 12PM
JP/Roslindale: Ages 2.5 - 2.8 yearsMalden: Ages 2.0 - 2.11 years*
*This program is currently on a waitlist.Milton: Mixed Age program for 2.0 - 5y at Forbes House Museum
Sudbury: Mixed Age program for 2.0 - 5y*
*Enrollment available for SY 2025 - 26 only.
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Milton - Forbes House Museum
Ages 2.0 - 2.8*
Monday - Friday | 9AM - 12PM
Four 2-week sessions, beginning June 29!
Visit our Summer Programs page for details.*Pending availability, sessions may accommodate children up to age 5.
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Ages: 15 months - 2.9 years
Schedule: once weekly, 10 - 11:30 AM
Locations and session dates vary.
See details and registration info here.
Spring 2026 enrollment is open now!
Sessions start April 7 - 9!
โ โVisit and bookmark our TC page for updates and enrollment details!
Curriculum at a Glance
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Community
At BOPN we foster community through...
circle time and playing together
seasonal family events
creation of a family book for children to get to know each other's families
regular communication, both written and verbal, about your child's day
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Motor Skills
At BOPN we help children hone their gross and fine motor skills by....
providing ample opportunity to run, climb, and jump
encouraging toddlers to collect small items, such as acorns, which builds their pincer grasp
preparing an environment that invites kids to pour, scoop, and mix
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Sensory Exploration
At BOPN, we encourage sensory exploration byโฆ
encouraging students to smell everythingโfrom the flowers, to the air after a summer rain
inviting toddlers to touch and feel the rough texture of bark, smooth texture of rock, and refreshing coolness of a puddle
surrounding children with beauty and an ever-changing world of color to delight their eyes
โBOPN has been such a blessing for our family and daughter.
We really like the fact that she has been able to explore nature and has a sense of freedom being outdoors and learning at the same time. Also, the teachers make a big difference as they care for and encouraging our daughter to learn and have a great experience."
Whatโs Next?
Inquire:
Submitting an inquiry form tells us youโd like to learn more about BOPN. We will provide brief introductory information, and help you arrange a tour.
Visit:
Touring allows you to see our philosophy in practice, chat with our experienced nature educators, and enjoy the forests, gardens, and landscapes that BOPN children explore each day. Dress for the weather, and bring the kids!
Apply:
Submit your Admissions Application and fee. Financial assistance is available, and we encourage anyone with need to request aid during the application process. Learn more about our admissions process, tuition and fees, and financial aid.
Enroll:
Pending availability and admission, you will receive an invitation to enroll your child at BOPN. We will provide everything needed to complete the process online.
Take the first step.
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