Beyond 4 Walls

SPRING – 2026

 

Register starting Tuesday, February 10 at 9:00pm, online at www.richmond.ca/register or call 604-276-4300.

Chickadees- 0 months-15 months

Walk amongst the beautiful parkland, sing songs, listen to poems and have playful interactions with babies and parents.  Each class incites wonder, connection and curiousity. Class taught by an Early Childhood Educator.

Thursday, April 9- Thursday, June 11 at the Red Barn, 2631 Westminster Hwy

  • 9:30am-10:30am Program #00493244

Baby & Me Yoga- pre-crawling or just crawling- NEW!

Breathe and stretch beneath cedar trees to calm the mind, strengthen the body and uplift the spirit with a guided outdoor flow. Instructed by a certified yoga instructor.

Monday, April 20- Monday, June 1 at the Edwardian Cottage,2680 River Road

  • 9:30am-10:30am Program #00496810

Parent & Tot- 15 months-36 months

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Explore the natural world, garden and play together in this beautiful northwest park. Parent participation required

Tuesday,  April 7- Tuesday, June 9, at the Edwardian Cottage,2680 River Road

  • 9:30-10:30am Program #00493254 

Saturday, April 11-  Saturday, June 6 (no class May 16), at the Edwardian Cottage,2680 River Road

  • 9:30-10:30am Program #00493270

Parent & Preschooler- 30 months-48 months

Saturday, April 11-  Saturday, June 6 (no class  May 16), at the Edwardian Cottage,2680 River Road

  • 11:00am-12:00pm Program #00493291

School Age- age validation as of December 31, 2025

5-7 Year Olds

Gather some firsthand outdoor survival strategies and skills through games and cooking Each jam packed session includes snack. This group will be mentored by our Leaders-in-Training group for a portion of the classes.

8-10 Year Olds

Gather some firsthand outdoor survival strategies and skills through games and cooking Each jam packed session includes snack

  • Monday, April 13 -Monday, June 8 (no class May 18)  4:00-5:30pm Program #00493314. Register online at
  • www.richmond.ca/register

11-13 Year Olds

Gather some firsthand outdoor survival strategies and skills through games and cooking Each jam packed session includes snack

  • Monday, April 13 -Monday, June 8 (no class May 18)  4:00-5:30pm Program #00493324. Register online at
  • www.richmond.ca/register

Leaders-in Training- 13- 15 Year Olds

Focus on environmental stewardship and ecological literacy in this class designed for youth interested in becoming leaders in the community. This program supports collaboration, innovation and critical thinking in relation to the natural world with leaders working as big buddies to children to develop leadership and training skills. Attendees who complete the program receive a certificate at the end of the course.

5-12 Year Olds: Trailblazers

Join us for a full day inquiry based program that focuses on outdoor curriculum connecting students to the natural world. Funding from recognized Home Learner programs accepted. Email natureschool@richmond.ca for details.

2025 seasonal registration

2025-26 school year registration- FULL

  • Friday, Sept 12, 2025 -Friday, June 19, 2026. 9:15am-2:15pm. Registration through the Nature School Coordinator. The program is currently full. Email natureschool@richmond.ca to waitlist.

2026-27 school year registration- Registration is online on Tuesday, March 3,2026, from 7:00am-12:00pm, first come, first served. If you do not get a space please waitlist as spaces may come available. Register at www.richmond.ca/register.

Friday option: Program #00500877

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