Schedule
The program year runs from mid-September through early June. Schedule options are either Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday, from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Each day, we will provide a healthy, hearty snack of fruits or vegetables, using Wright-Locke Farm produce when possible. Closings and holidays will follow the Winchester Public School schedule.
Student Eligibility
- Applicants must attend an informational session prior to applying.
- Children must be 3-5 years old, or 36 months by June 1, 2021 and no older than 60 months on June 1, 2021.
- It is helpful for children to be able to use the bathroom independently.
Please note: The Forest Friends program differs from traditional preschool programs and may not be suitable for all students. To ensure that students will flourish in our program, we meet with parents/guardians and the student(s) on the farm prior to enrollment in the program.
Tuition
- 2-Day program (either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday): $5,280 per year
For any questions, please inquire at ForestFriends@WLFarm.org.
Financial Assistance
The Wright-Locke Farm Conservancy believes that all students deserve high-quality early education. For this reason, we have need-based scholarships available for our participants. For 2021-2022, a financial aid form will be attached to each application. If you have any questions, please contact ForestFriends@WLFarm.org.
Application Information
Payment Schedule
Program Deposit ($500): A $528 deposit is due after enrollment in the Forest Friends program. This deposit is fully non-refundable after June 15, 2021.
Tuition Payments: Tuition payments are due monthly for the upcoming month. For example, the bill for September’s payment will be issued August 1, and due August 15.
We recognize that this payment plan may not work for everyone, so if you would like to request an alternative payment plan, please email ForestFriends@WLFarm.org.
