Outdoor classroom programs in Schaumburg, Illinois

The Gardner School of Schaumburg is a nationally accredited preschool located at 1285 Woodfield Road in Schaumburg, Illinois. Our curriculum-based learning approach, endorsed by the National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs (NAEYC), focuses on nurturing intellectual growth through visual and audio aids, educational toys, games, and puzzles. Our inviting classrooms with large windows and natural light create a stimulating environment for your child to learn and grow. With indoor and outdoor playscapes, a Kids’ Cafe, enrichment studio, computer lab, and private nursing room, we provide a well-rounded educational experience for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

The Vera Meineke Nature Center at Spring Valley, located at 1111 East Schaumburg Road in Schaumburg, Illinois, is a museum, park, and tourist attraction all in one. This 135-acre refuge features fields, forests, marshes, and streams, offering over three miles of handicapped-accessible hiking trails for visitors to explore. The Nature Center provides educational displays and information on natural history, while the 1880s living history farm allows visitors to step back in time and experience rural German farm life. Visitors can learn about nature and local history at Spring Valley through various activities such as exploring, discovering, observing, and listening. To preserve the natural resources of Spring Valley, visitors are asked to stay on marked trails and refrain from activities that may harm the environment or disrupt other visitors.