At Tinkergarten, children lead the way. We may provide the play invitation, but we trust littles to know exactly how they need to play and explore to best support their development in that moment—and we let them take it from there! Besides, kids learn best when they guide their own play.

The Tinkergarten curriculum spans over the course of a several-week season of dynamic in-person classes in addition to ideas for supportive at-home play to continue the magic! Each season focuses on one of eight life skills aimed at creating lifelong creators and learners. Each class encompasses a whole range of learning and fosters a sense of community—we are much more than just a class!

Tinkergarten classes help children and their grownups get outside and make the most of those early years! Each week brings the magical combination of early learning science with timeless wisdom about a nature-based childhood. Tinkergarten is your guide to purposeful outdoor play, and our classes make that goal accessible to every family!