Sudbury
Outdoor Education at Wolbach Farm
Our Sudbury program is located at Wolbach Farm, the headquarters of Sudbury Valley Trustees (SVT). We spend our days exploring the 54-acre property, which is part of the Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge along the Sudbury River.
The forest and meadows of Wolbach Farm are home to wildlife like beaver, muskrat, fisher, and diverse bird species. Our all-outdoor toddler, preschool, and parent-child classes spark curiosity and connection with nature, while building friendships, community, and resilience that last a lifetime.
“SVT is excited to welcome the young explorers of BOPN to Wolbach Farm. When kids explore trails, find frogs, and swing from branches they ignite their sense of wonder for nature and develop a lifelong love for wildlife and the outdoors. These kiddos will be the next generation of caretakers for our natural world.”
— Cecil Hynds-Riddle, Director of Development, SVT
Programs Available at Wolbach Farm
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.
Read more about the benefits of Mixed Age classes
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Opening July 2024!
Ages 2.9 - 7 years
Our summer programs offer children time to explore and play outdoors. We encourage imagination and FUN, while embarking on daily adventures with new and returning friends! -
Opening September 2024!
Ages 2.0 - 5 yearsChildren learn through play with mixed-age peers, guided by trained educators. This transformative setting—rarely found in today’s world—provides a broad range of emotional and developmental benefits.
About Sudbury Valley Trustees
SVT is a nonprofit land trust that protects natural areas and farmland for wildlife and people in the 36 communities that surround the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord Rivers. Working in collaboration with local, state, and federal partners, SVT protects land from development, restores essential wildlife habitats, maintains hiking trails, and sponsors recreational and educational programs. Since its founding in 1953, SVT has helped to conserve more than 8000 acres and 70 miles of trails.
Learn more and support SVT’s mission!
“BOPN has been an excellent choice for my family. Both of my children have attended over the last 3 years. The teacher communication and collaboration goes far above and beyond. The teachers are always willing to help come up with individual plans for smooth drop off, potty training, snack preferences and social-emotional development. The program wants to partner with parents and offers free educational sessions to parents and caregivers, which was a HUGE help in our house! Administration is responsive to inquiries and integrates feedback from parents and families. There is a tremendous sense of community at the school and as a working parent, I felt involved and knew my children were being loved and cared for. My children have developed a lifelong love for nature, are resilient and have outstanding self-regulation and problem solving skills that I attribute to their time at BOPN. I am excited for BOPN to open at Wolbach Farm!”
— Stephanie M.
Meet Our Educators
What’s Next?
1. Inquire:
Submitting an inquiry form tells us you’d like to learn more about BOPN. We will email you brief introductory information, and help you arrange a tour.
2. 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!
3. Apply:
Submit your enrollment application and fee. Financial assistance is available, and applications for Financial Aid must be submitted with enrollment applications.
4. Enroll:
Pending availability and admission, you will receive an invitation to enroll.
We will provide everything you need to complete the enrollment process online.