Outdoor Nature Program
A Childhood Meant to Be Lived Outdoors.
Our Outdoor Nature Program invites children to explore, discover, and grow in confidence through meaningful experiences in nature.
Located on a beautiful Burlington farm, children spend their days outdoors surrounded by forest trails, rolling hills, a gentle creek, and open grassy space. Beyond our property lies thousands of acres of protected forest connected to the Bruce Trail, offering an inspiring natural landscape that shapes the rhythm of our days.
This remarkable environment allows children to move freely, develop curiosity, and build a deep connection with the natural world.
At Sun Smiles Academy, we believe childhood should include real experiences, hands-on creativity, and space to grow at a healthy pace.
What Makes Our Program Unique
• Small groups that allow for personal guidance and meaningful relationships
• A warm, nurturing learning community where every child is known and supported
• An inspiring natural setting where children can explore and discover every day
• Hands-on experiences that build confidence, independence, and resilience
Children care for animals, build with natural materials, create art, listen to stories, and spend hours immersed in the outdoors.
Daily Experiences
Throughout the day children may:
• Explore forest trails and meadow paths
• Care for goats, chickens, and other farm animals
• Create art and handwork using natural materials
• Build forts and small woodworking projects
• Enjoy storytelling, music, and seasonal crafts
• Discover the creek and natural landscape
• Develop practical life skills through meaningful work
These real-life experiences nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
Program Schedule
Days: Monday – Friday
Hours: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Early Drop-Off (optional):
8:30 AM
Ages: 5-11
Cost: $750 or $45 per day
Our daily rhythm balances outdoor exploration, creative activities, and moments of quiet rest, allowing children to move naturally between learning, play, and discovery.
Who This Program Is For
This program is ideal for families seeking:
• a nurturing environment
• a small learning community
• meaningful outdoor experiences for their children
• a place where children can explore, discover, and grow in confidence
Limited Enrollment
To maintain the quality and personal atmosphere of our program, enrollment is intentionally limited.
Our Philosophy
At Sun Smiles, we believe childhood deserves time, space, and meaningful experiences. Our Outdoor Nature Program is designed to nurture the whole child through a thoughtful rhythm of exploration, creativity, movement, and practical life skills. Surrounded by forests, creek, and rolling hills, children engage in hands-on experiences that cultivate confidence, resilience, and curiosity.
Guided in small, attentive groups, each child is truly known and supported as they develop independence, strong character, and a deep, lasting connection to the natural world.
Why Sun Smiles Academy
At Sun Smiles Academy, childhood unfolds in a way that feels increasingly rare — surrounded by nature, meaningful experiences, and a nurturing community. Our experiential outdoor program is located on a beautiful Burlington farm with forest, rolling hills, creek, and open fields, giving children the space to move, explore, and discover the world around them. Just beyond our property lie thousands of acres of protected forest connected to the Bruce Trail, offering an inspiring natural landscape that becomes part of the children’s daily experience.
Our small groups foster hands-on learning and allow for personal guidance and meaningful relationships. Each child is known, supported, and encouraged to grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence.
Children care for animals, build with natural materials, create art, listen to stories, and spend long hours immersed in the outdoors. These real experiences nurture creativity, resilience, and a deep connection to the natural world through nature education for children.
Sun Smiles Academy is more than a program — it is a learning community where childhood is honoured, curiosity is welcomed, and each day brings new opportunities to explore and discover. To preserve the quality and warmth of our environment, enrollment is intentionally limited.