Outdoor Learning

At Red Clover Children's Center, we believe outdoor learning and a connection to nature are essential to early childhood development. Children will have daily opportunities to explore the outdoors, including play on our playground and exploration of the broader Middlebury community.

Outdoor play is not a break from learning; rather, it’s a chance to deepen connections, extend learning beyond the classroom, and continue the intentional teaching we offer indoors. While outside, children will be encouraged to connect with nature, learn to interact safely and respectfully with the environment, and experience the freedom that outdoor play provides