How to Apply

Kettle & Crow has rolling admission for the 2024-25 school year!

We would love to hear from you.  

Ashland preschool teacher, Jess Lea, explores bear creek with the children

Step 1: Here’s How to Get Started!

Welcome! We are delighted that you are considering Kettle & Crow Forest School for your child's early learning journey.

  1. Fill Out Inquiry Form:

  2. Access Family Portal:

    • You will be given access to our family portal, including our family handbook, gear list, and policies and procedures. We ask that you prepare for your visit with the director by reviewing the family handbook. There’s a lot to learn about forest school, Waldorf pedagogy, and our specific approach. Taking the time to review this information will help you decide if our school is the right fit for your child.

  3. Meet the Director:

    • Meet our director, Caitlin, for a casual coffee date. This is your opportunity to delve into the details of our outdoor preschool and kindergarten, ask all your questions, and truly understand what makes Kettle & Crow Forest School special, all in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

Step 2: Decide if it Feels like the Right Fit.

  1. Explore Our School:

    • We invite you and your child to spend an hour with us at Little Creek Ranch in South Ashland off Siskiyou Blvd. Join our teachers to experience the natural beauty and understand our holistic approach to outdoor early childhood education.

  2. Express Your Interest:

    • If you're eager to embark on this wonderful journey with us, email our Admissions Manager at hello@kettleandcrow.com.

    • Our team will be in touch to discuss further details and guide you through the enrollment process.

Step 3: We’ve Been Accepted! Now What?

  1. Enrollment Confirmation:

    • Now that you’ve been accepted into Kettle and Crow Forest School you’ll receive a Notice of Acceptance. In that email, the Admissions Manager will send you an enrollment contract that specifies tuition and fees.

  2. Submit Required Documents & Pay Deposit:

    • Submit your Enrollment Contract and completed health information paperwork. Your deposit may be made directly in this form or via cash/check. This step ensures your child's spot or adds them to the waitlist if necessary.

  3. Prepare for School Start:

    • Follow the instructions provided to prepare your child for their first day at Kettle & Crow Forest School, including any required gear and materials.

We can't wait to have your child join our forest school family, where imagination, exploration, and growth thrive amidst the wonders of nature. Welcome aboard!

Forest kindergarten children play in the trees
Children bundled in a tent in forest kindergarten
Two forest school children play in leaves in Lithia Park