Kacy G.
8/22/2025
The absolute best experience for our 2 year old. Our daughter is thriving and comes home so happy every day. Jenn and Anne are excellent communicators, which is lovely as a parent. But even more...
Nature's Explorers Childcare & Preschool
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1312 Sheffield Pl
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
History
Anne Hicks-Bleecker and Jenn Greenaway started this business in September of 2017 after years of conversations about what quality care for young children looks like and how to create it in group settings. Realizing that low ratios, mixed-age groups, meaningful relationships with children, and science and nature-based curriculum were the elements that spoke most powerfully to them as professionals, they set out to build their own vision into reality. Leaving their long-term roles in CVUSD, they took the leap to officially open their own childcare business.
Specialties
Our program specializes in individualized, nurturing care of young children. We support the development of healthy minds, bodies, and souls in our small, nature-based program. As early childhood professionals, we know that children deserve an enriching environment, a slower pace of life, and responsive relationships to truly prepare for school and life.
Reviews
4.56 reviewsTracy S.
4/5/2024
Pros: Nature's Explorer does a good job in enforcing outdoor activities in playing with animals and open outdoor play. They also do a good job in taking pictures and sending activity updates....
gina z.
10/3/2017
Boy was I amazed as I walked through this beautiful enchanting yard. So thoughtfully put together for adventure and learning. The trees are not only producing fruit for the children to enjoy the...
Susan R.
4/3/2018
I had the opportunity to visit this childcare center and fell completely in love with it. It is so warm and welcoming... what an amazing place for children to explore and learn!!!
Heidi R.
10/1/2017
Anne and Jenn are amazing teachers that recently took a leap and started their own child care center. Their focus is on an outdoor experience and learning through play. If you are looking for a...
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