Earthkeeper Nature School (ENS) includes a Nature Preschool and Forest Kindergarten. Our kindergarten is recognized by the American Forest School Association.
The majority of time is spent in the great outdoors, with indoor spaces available when weather conditions warrant.
Preschool & Kindergarten | Ages 4 - 7
Now Enrolling for the 2025-2026 School Year!
At Earthkeeper Nature School (ENS), we believe that children thrive when immersed in nature. Our program offers young learners ages 4 to 7 the opportunity to connect, play, and grow in the great outdoors. Established in 2018, we are a licensed childcare provider under the Colorado Department of Human Services, operating at both our Mountain Campus in Beulah and River Campus in Pueblo.
Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year is now open. Don't wait -
secure your child's spot, and let their adventure in nature begin!
Ages Accepted:
4 – 7
The birth date cutoff for turning age 4 is August 31.
Enrollment Options
4 half-days/week:
Monday-Thursday mornings
OR
Monday-Thursday afternoons
2 half-days/week:
Monday/Wednesday mornings or afternoons
OR
Tuesday/Thursday mornings or afternoons
Daily Class Times
Locations & Transportation
ENS operates in both the Mountain Campus in Beulah and the River Campus in Pueblo.
Round-trip transportation to Beulah is available.
Enrollment for Earthkeeper Nature School fills on a first-come, first-served basis. Enrollment for the 2025-26 year is OPEN NOW, and we will have a waitlist. There is a $100 registration fee required to secure your spot. Click here now to SECURE YOUR SPOT!
We at the NWDC Earthkeeper Nature School do not want a lack of financial resources to be the reason why a family does not send their child to our school. Hence, we will do our very best to provide financial aid so your child can attend. If you look at our registration cost and think “I can’t afford that,” please contact Tami Montoya, ENS Director, at tami@hikeandlearn.org to inquire about your financial aid options. You may even inquire about financial aid before paying the application fee or securing your spot.
If you would like to help less fortunate families’ children attend Earthkeeper Nature School, please click the button below to donate today!
Courtney McNierney,
Elementary School Teacher & ENS Parent
Brenda Burk
Earthkeeper Nature School Parent
Kristin Brimhal
Earthkeeper Nature School Parent
Mary Johnson
Earthkeeper Nature School Parent
Elizabeth Heersink
Earthkeeper Nature School Parent
These meetings are a great opportunity to learn more about the Earthkeeper Nature School, get your questions answered, and meet the folks who are creating the preschool.
If you would like to schedule an informational meeting for your family, group, club, or group of friends, please contact Tami at tami@hikeandlearn.org.
These informational meetings will either take place at our River or Mountain Campus.
9112 Mountain Park Road
Beulah, CO 81023
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
5200 Nature Center Road
Pueblo, CO 81003
Hours: Wednesday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
4828 Nature Center Road
Pueblo, CO 81003
Clinic Hours: Every day, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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