Wednesday Foxes

Out to Play programs are based at the beautiful greenhouses and classroom on Kemptville Campus, which offers a warm, green indoor space in winter, all-gender bathroom, parking and easy drop-off locations.

The 360-acre forest comprises several forest stands, including mixed hardwood, conifer and maple plantations, with community sugar harvesting in the late winter and early spring. Children wander the forest with their educators and may settle into play in the Maple Forest, the Pines, the Sandy Dunes or the Nut Tree Orchard. 

About the Program
For children aged 4–10 years, the Fox Program offers child-centred, inquiry-driven learning, where connection and discovery unfold through play on the land. Educators closely support each day, meeting children’s ideas with curiosity, care, and intention.

Our days begin and return often to a warm and playful circle — a time for oral storytelling, storybooks, gatheringfor snack or lunch, and engaging in conversation. From there, children head out on a daily hike and are invited into a variety of experiences, including art, large loose parts play, and hands-on science explorations.

Time on the land allows for deep, immersive play and the development of wilderness skills. Educators play alongside children — scaffolding learning, supporting risk assessment, and guiding children in being safe and kind together.

Our approach is emergent and responsive, meaning each day is shaped by the children and the season. The result is a program that is dynamic, active, and rich with meaningful learning. We are also happy to communicate and collaborate with public school teachers and service providers to support continuity and shared understanding.

Families receive a packing list to support their days (including spare clothing, snacks, lunch, and water). You’ll also be invited to two Out to Play Family Gatherings — a chance to connect with more families.

We would love to welcome your family into the Out to Play community.

Program Dates
This program takes place from 9:00-3:00 on Wednesdays from September 9, 2026 to June 16, 2027 at the Kemptville Campus. There are 37 program days and two Saturday Family Gathering Days on October 17 and May 29.

There is no program on December 23, December 30, January 6, and March 17 for seasonal breaks and one professional development day.

Registration and Payment Details
Out to Play programs require an access code to complete registration. If you do not have an access code, please reach out to [email protected] or add your child to our waitlist here!

Multi-day and Sibling Discounts are available.

Out to Play offers flexible payment and withdrawal options. You can pay in full at the time of registration, or choose a 10% deposit followed by three seasonal installments. Payment options include credit card, pre-authorised debit, or e-transfer, selected at the time of registration. The cancellation and withdrawal policy is generous, and is shared in detail during the registration process.