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Blessing Farm & Forest

Proudly serving as Spokane’s first Farm and Forest outdoor early childhood program!

We are a Waldorf – Inspired, Permaculture – Based, Nature – Immersed, Early Childhood Outdoor Program for 2 1/2 – 6 year olds in the lower South Hill of Spokane, Washington.

Enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year opens in February. Contact us today to sign up for a tour.

Our Program

Nurturing Childhood

Through spending time with the animals on our urban homestead, children develop a sense of empathy, responsibility and compassion.

Children use all of their senses while exploring and playing freely in the farm play-yard and in nature. They are encouraged to follow their natural curiosity which leads to organic discoveries and authentic learning.

We understand, honor, and deeply value the importance of free play. During play, the children are gifted the time and space to explore the dynamics of relationships and develop social and emotional skills.

The first 7 years is the foundation of life.  The health of the soil determines the strength of the plant and allows the blossom to unfold in all it’s radiance.  

Of central importance here at Blessing Farm and Forest preschool is the time children spend moving around freely outside. Children need ample space and time to move their bodies, to test their limits and to take risks. This time is essential for children to fully integrate their senses. This practice and integration helps to lay the foundation for academic learning as well as to simply allow them to gain confidence and grace in movement.

In addition, we hold profound reverence and appreciation for Mother Nature and all of her wonders and mysteries. Through daily observation and interaction with all of the plants and animals that inhabit the farm and forest, the children naturally form a very personal and authentic relationship to the Mother Nature and her creatures. The teachers encourage this heart-based connection through nature stories, seasonal songs, finger plays and gentle guidance in gratitude and reverence.

  

Our Mission

We strive to give your children the nourishment they need for a strong, healthy foundation that will serve them for the rest of their life.

  • Homemade Organic food
  • Natural Materials
  • Moving Parts Farm Play Yard
  • Forest Exploration
  • Gardening
  • Caring for Farm Animals
  • Oral Story Telling
  • Waldorf Puppet Stories
  • Singing Throughout the Day
  • Nature Crafts
  • Woodworking and Handwork
  • Spanish Volcabulary
  • Magic and Imagination!

Our Daily Rhythm

9:00 – 9:10 Drop off and Community Connection Time

9:10 – 9:15 Good Morning Circle with Families

9:15 – 10:45 Hike Adventure or Free Play, Care for Farm Animals, Domestic Arts & Chores: Nurturing Care for Our Community

10:45 – 11:00 Movement Song Circle or Story Time

11:00 – 11:30 Homemade Community Meal with Garden Tea

11:30 – 12:15 Wash dishes, Free Play in our Wild and Fun “Plum Hollow”

12:15 – 12:30 Short Game and Goodbye!

What our happy families are saying

“I couldn’t recommend this program with more enthusiasm!“

 “I loved that my child was free to be himself in a safe outdoor environment with teachers who cared for him as a whole person. My child built on his skills of climbing, balancing, jumping, as well as many other physical aspects but also he grew socially and worked on becoming more independent in solving problems with peers. I gained a wonderful community and learned wonderful new songs to sing with my children. ” Kalila Johnson

“BFF has meant more to our family than we could ever have imagined!”

“BFF has meant more to our family than we could ever have imagined. We knew it would be adventurous and challenging, but we never thought it would expand our daughter’s consciousness and understanding of the beauty of the Earth and common humanity in the way this sweet community has. She still has 2 years left and we are already dreading the day she ages out.” Rachel Mikolasy

“The best choice we ever made!”

“I loved being part of a warm community, spending time with the animals, and coming together for morning circle time. I had a sense of peace knowing that our child was learning and growing in a loving caring place. My child learned a caring respect and compassion for nature and animals. His balance improved because of free play and he learned emotional and social skills. He gained an overall sense of freedom to learn and grow.” Melissa and Craig Cotter