“‘Mushroom!’ is a word that I often hear exclaimed by Wilder as we walk through the woods now. Since beginning at HVFS, his outdoor knowledge and comfortability in nature has grown immensely, and I continue to learn things from my 3-year-old whenever we are outside. Not only has our relationship with the outdoors grown while being cared for by Bianca, or “Miss Anca” as we like to call her, but we have also become a part of the community which Bianca’s family provides. From outdoor play, to mixed-aged play groups, to self-led learning, to muddy clothes, we couldn’t be happier about what HVFS has offered us and how we continue to learn each day.”
- Catalina S.
“Since starting Bodi at Hidden Valley we have seen his world explode. He has shown excitement and engagement in school and constantly shares his knowledge with everyone. He has learned better spatial awareness and his confidence has skyrocketed.
He is encouraged to use his leadership skills and has learned to play harmoniously with his peers. Miss Bianca and her school are magical and a great place for any child but especially boys! We couldn’t be happier we found her!”
- Ashley B.
“I knew I would love the Hidden Valley program as soon as I met Bianca and saw her unique and beautiful property. Thankfully, Peter is as happy with his preschool experience as I was hoping he would be. What impresses me the most is that he’s excited to go to school EVERY school day, and his deeper engagement with nature and desire to share it with us is powerful. Creeking, mud sliding, hiking, finding fox dens and mushrooms of all kinds—crafts and cozy tea times with friends—these are perfect days for children. Bianca’s child-led approach allows the kids so much freedom within a predictable rhythm, and she clearly loves learning right alongside them. A warm teacher who understands children and a truly magical setting. What a special place!”
-Priya S.
