Kew Kids Forest School
Private
Kew Kids Forest School is a Waldorf-inspired, nature-immersion program next to Forest Park in Kew Gardens, Queens, for young children (roughly 6 months to 6 years). Its summer day camps keep children outdoors nearly all day-exploring trails, forest, and natural play-in half-day and full-day options. The program emphasizes curiosity, cooperation, and self-reliance in a mixed-age outdoor community.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Kew Kids Forest School directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Amelia HoffmanOur daughter (3) has enjoyed the Winter & Spring break camps. The days are spent outside, in nature, which is a rare opportunity in the city. As parents we were thankful for the easy communication and daily updates/photos. The staff are wonderful and make each day unique for the kids. Highly recommend!
★★★★★Josie WhiteMy 19-month old grandson attended Summer Camp for 5 days this summer. He loves the outdoors and exploring, so these daily themed activities were perfect for his curiosity. From Dinosaur Day to Alice in Wonderland and The Enchanted Forest, he came home happy and ready for the next funday. My daughter cannot stop talking about Jessica's passion for nature and how she incorporates the 'forest' into everyday learning. She was most impressed with the app Kew used to send ongoing updates throughout the day with photos to boot. The teachers were very engaged and the kids were having such fun. If your little one loves the outdoors, this nature school is a sure thing. Keep up the great work. Your 'nature' imagination is awesome.
★★★★★HANNA AI can’t say enough good things about this camp! My 5-year-old had an incredible time and came back with so many positive changes. He gained so much confidence and his curiosity has skyrocketed. He now makes friends easily, which is such a joy to see. The teachers are absolutely amazing and very encouraging. They truly care about each child’s growth and it shows. The camp also allows him to explore and just be a kid, which is so important. Highly recommend this camp to anyone looking for a nurturing and fun environment for their child!
★★★★★Margaret ChengOur 4 year old had the best time at Kew Kids Forest School! He is usually nervous about new places and new people and slow to warm up but he felt very comfortable at the very beginning and couldn't stop talking about what he learned and what he did after the very first day! The teachers are wonderful, the environment is warm and safe, and my son loves being in the outdoors!
★★★★★Brooks HallidayOur 6-year-old had an incredible experience at Kew Kids from the age of two. He started there for daycare, then progressed to after-school care and summer camp. The staff is caring and fun, and the director, Jessica, has a true passion for getting kids out into nature. I can't recommend it enough if you're interested in more outdoor time and physical activity for your little one.