Welcome to PNWK!

Snohomish & Clark County, WA

PNWK provides an entirely outdoor education program with an emphasis on child interest-led learning and inquiry-based teaching.

Our programs are designed to integrate children with nature and engage them in quality outdoor activities, which stimulate their innate curiosity about the natural world.

PNWK Programs:

  • Forest School: Sept - June

    PRESCHOOL
    - Sprouts (ages 2.5-6)
    - Saplings (ages 4-7)

    AFTERSCHOOL
    - Jr. Explorers (ages 5 - 10)

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  • Family Classes: Year-Round

    - Ages 1.5 - 5 + Caregiver
    - Community Events

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  • Camps: School Breaks

    - Ages 2.5-6
    - Ages 4-10

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“At PNWK, we respect children as individuals, childhood as valuable and valid, and learning as part of a larger developmental process. We do this by providing hands-on exploration, arts, sciences and much more—outdoors, without walls, without limitations.”

Hear from PNWK Families:

  • "I have loved having my daughter in forest school. The educators are amazing and she’s grown so much. I cannot wait to send my son when he’s old enough."

    Willis Tucker, Saplings

  • "Perfect transition class for first time students! I also love the flexibility, variety in items presented in class, and earth-first approach in an age appropriate way. 👏 Thank you!"

    Willis Tucker, Family Class

  • "The teachers are always kind and professional. They care about my child and provide relevant updates on the happenings in class."

    Tambark Creek, Sprouts

  • "My daughter has blossomed and enjoyed everyday at school. The teachers are all amazing and I feel completely safe leaving her."

    Lake Stevens, Saplings

  • "I knew my child would be outdoors in all weather and he would be given opportunities to explore and try new things within limits. It's a great "yes" space."

    Tambark Creek, Sprouts

  • "My son has absolutely thrived and learned so much from this program!"

    Salmon Creek, Saplings

  • "Fantastic teachers, great program and helps kids appreciate nature and each other! We've now sent both our kids to PNWK over the last 4+ years and they both love it."

    Lake Stevens, Sprouts & Saplings

  • "In the last couple of years, we've entrusted PNWK with the education and care of our two children. The exceptional staff at PNWK has consistently supported our kids' growth and learning. They truly are outstanding!"

    Willis Tucker, Camp