The Native School

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2292 Faraday Ave
Carlsbad, CA 92008
+1 (760) 452-8182
http://www.thenativeschool.com

The Native School is a 100 place-based, outdoor forest school located in Carlsbad, CA, offering preschool and kindergarten classes that embrace the Scandinavian Forest School model and the Reggio Emilia approach to education. With a focus on inquiry, exploration, and discovery, students engage in hands-on experiences in various local ecosystems, developing a strong educational foundation and a love for learning.

Through the integration of emergent learning and the natural environment, teachers facilitate student self-determination and foster curiosity, while meeting school readiness standards and age-appropriate developmental tasks. The Native School provides a unique educational experience where children become experts of their own world, gaining confidence in their skills and a desire to continue learning.

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Shari C.
11/3/2025

I enrolled my 3 year old son in the piccola program at the Native School this fall, and I'm so glad I did! The teachers are warm and loving (and went above and beyond to help with his difficult...

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Forel S.
10/29/2025

We have had a great time at the Native School both times that we have attended for camps. It was a great opportunity for our daughter to spend the day outside and learn more about nature. If you...

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Chuck P.
10/27/2025

My son absolutely LOVED his time there. Every day he came home talking about the new things he discovered in nature, the friends he made, and the fun projects he got to work on. The teachers are...

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Amber G.
9/2/2025

After sending another follow-up email, I was told that it's standard practice for refunds to take up to 60 days to process. However, as of September 2, 2025, it has been 71 days (and 51 business...

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Mike B.
11/6/2025

My experience with this school was extremely disappointing. The owner, Shannon often shifts blame for major issues-like the loss of many families last year-onto former staff members, rather than...

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