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WHAT
WE DO

OUR MISSION

Developmentally Appropriate, Play- and Place-Based Learning
We provide childhood education that is rooted in play, guided by developmental stages, and grounded in the local environment—fostering meaningful connections between children, their communities, and the more-than-human world.

Nurturing the Whole Child Through Outdoor Exploration
Through outdoor learning, we cultivate curiosity, empathy, compassion, cultural awareness, creative problem-solving, and a deep sense of environmental responsibility in young children.

Co-Creation with the Land
We believe in reciprocal relationships with nature, where children and the more-than-human world support one another’s growth and healing—nurturing spaces where all life can thrive.

OUR VISION

We envision a future where every child grows up knowing they belong to nature, empowered to protect it, and equipped to build a more just, resilient, and regenerative world.

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ADDRESS

117 S Cook Street #118, Barrington, IL 60010

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Oak Leaf Cooperative Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of students and volunteers, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, students, and volunteers.

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