Learn about a day at Buttonbush

9:00 am: Drop off and free play

9:30 am: Morning circle time (story, mindfulness, discussion of plan for the day, guiding questions, etc.)

10:00 am: Exploration time on the property

10:45 am: Snack time

11:00 am: Structured learning/activity time (art/science/reading/math/music, etc.)

11:30am: Free play time

11:45 pm: Closing circle time

12:00 pm: Pick up

At Buttonbush Forest School, children ages 4-6 experience a magical outdoor adventure every day. Exploring the woods, splashing in the creek, and sharing a cozy base camp cabin. Through our enriching partnership with Tuthill Farms, students experience hands-on learning with animals and nature, all within the beauty of a historic farm. Our high-quality, play-based approach nurtures curiosity, independence, and wonder, guided by passionate educators specializing in early childhood education, social-emotional development, and forest conservation.

This is the perfect enrichment to benefit your homeschooler. Join us and offer your child the gift of nature-based learning.

Fall Semester - September 2026 - December 2026

Spring Semester - March 2027-May 2027

Tuesdays and Thursdays - 9am-12pm - $480/month

We celebrate our school community through seasonal gatherings that bring families together. These events go beyond just celebrations. They're opportunities to connect, explore nature together, and build lasting relationships that go beyond the classroom. By sharing experiences and building memories, we're building a supportive network of families who are growing and learning together. Through celebrating all of Michigan’s changing seasons, these gatherings create lasting memories and strengthen our forest school community.