Current & New Families
Welcome to Oro Medonte Forest School!
Application Process
Thank you for applying for one or more of our programs!
Please check and make sure you received a copy of your application in your email - if you didn't you may miss your invitation. Check spam and be sure to add [email protected] to your contacts.
In a few days look out for an email invite or waitlist notification.
The invite email will outline your program placement and fee. Please follow the instructions to secure your spot(s). You can also find your program below with links to complete the correct forms and payments.
Enrolment Requirements
OMFS uses an application and invitation process to ensure our programs fill evenly and with good group composition. Be sure you've received clear notice of your spot before completing payments and additional enrolment steps.
Before being considered fully enroled we need the following by a week before your child's program starts at the latest:
1. Payment:
We require full payment or deposit within a week of receiving your invitation to an OMFS program. Find payment page links & other payment options below.
2. Waiver:
A Participation Waiver for the current year must be completed for all persons participating in an OMFS program.
3. Info:
Your child's Health & Information Form must be on file and up to date.
Please note that Forest Families fill out a shortened Child Info Form from the rest of our drop-off programs as they will have a guardian with them.
4. Handbook:
Please read the Parent Handbook or Kindergarten Handbook to know what to expect and be sure you have everything ready so your child arrives prepared to have an amazing time in the forest!
Payments
Visit the OMFS Family Portal to view your invoices, payment history**, participation waiver and more coming soon!
**Payment history starts from Feb 2026 when we implemented new systems to help streamline the registration experience for families and our staff - so we can spend more time in the forest with the children!
Check Enrolment Status
Enter your email address below and our system will send you an update on your current registration status, forms, and balances for all active programs.
*Please note some updates are manual and, as we spend most of our time in the forest teaching, your info may not all be up-to-date.
Program Specific Links
Mon, Wed or Fri
Walking - Age 4
9:30 am to 11 am
24 participants
A caregiver-and-child experience focused on discovery. Adults and children explore together in a child-directed environment, fostering early connections to nature through play and community.
Tues
Ages 4-8
9:30 am to 3:30 pm
24 participants
Designed for independent explorers ages 4-8. Adventurers hike further, build outdoor skills, and engage in creative group activities that nurture curiosity and a deep love for the land.
Thurs
Ages 5-12
9:30 am to 3:30 pm
14 participants
For older or experienced forest schoolers ages 5-12. Trekkers tackle long-term projects, master outdoor skills like map reading, and embark on longer hikes to discover more remote forest areas.
Mon-Fri
Ages 3-6
9 am to 3:30 pm
10 participants
A nature-based program for ages 3-6. With a low 5:1 ratio, children build resilience, creativity, and problem-solving skills through hands-on exploration in our beautiful 40-acre forest.
Mar 17-19
Ages 4-12
9:30 am to 4 pm
24 participants
A three-day adventure focused on the magic of maple syrup season! Children enjoy sap collection, campfire cooking, forest play, and storytelling while celebrating the arrival of spring.
Tues-Thurs
Ages 4-12
9:30 am to 4 pm
24 participants
High-energy summer fun for ages 4-12. Each week offers movement-heavy play, cooperative games, and outdoor skill development, following the children's lead to create an unforgettable summer.
Global Requirements
Payment Options
Credit Card
We have a payment page available for most programs where you can pay with credit card.
Our payment processor adds a 3% fee for credit card payments.
E-Transfer
You can send your payment via e-transfer to [email protected]
Please include your child's full name and the name of the program you're paying for in the note.
If you're adding extra for the Subsidy Program, please note that as well.
Cash
You're welcome to bring an envelope full of cash to your first day of the program.
Please let us know in advance you'll be doing this so we don't pester you too much for payment.
Please directly hand your payment with a clear note about which child and program it's for to Mel or a teacher.
Payment Assistance
At Oro Medonte Forest School we support families from all walks of life and are pleased to offer the OMFS Subsidy Program to help families access our programs. Please visit our Subsidy Program page to learn more about the fund, donate, or submit an application for partial or full assistance.
Our Mission
Oro Medonte Forest School’s mission is to create an educational community that fosters rich, experiential learning, age appropriate ecological literacy, and promotes healthy living by connecting children to nature through the use of the Forest School model in the foundational early years.
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