Far Brook is unique in its inter- disciplinary approach to learning through which children receive a classical liberal arts education at an elementary school level. At Far Brook , there is an acceptance of the fact that children are capable of feelings, attitudes and responses far more profound than is generally believed. Far Brook begins by educating a child in the midst of nature in all seasons and weather. The buildings are one story. They open directly onto woods and nature.
Light comes in through two or three sides of a room.
Each nature cycle is lived and loved over and over, like the falling leaves. Learning in the early years is deeply rooted in experience where knowledge becomes relevant as it is put to use. In Nursery and Kindergarten, children explore the world around them in a balanced daily program. They master skills sequentially in reading, writing and computation and develop facility in the scientific process. In the Nursery and Kindergarten, themes may include a study of birds and owls, the families of musical instruments, penguins, butterflies and insects, and a collaborative study of the Middle Ages with the Sixth Grade.