Welcome to Glenview New Church School!

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GNCS’s new Nature-Based hybrid Preschool & Kindergarten Program

At Glenview New Church School, we’ve created a nurturing environment where your child will connect with God’s natural world while building essential skills for future success. Our 26-acre campus provides the perfect setting for exploration, discovery, and growth.

Introducing

Naturally

Close to Home

GNCS’s new Nature-Based hybrid Preschool & Kindergarten Program

 

 

At Glenview New Church School, we’ve created a nurturing environment where your child will connect with God’s natural world while building essential skills for future success. Our 26-acre campus provides the perfect setting for exploration, discovery, and growth.

 

Explore A Day in Our Nature-Based Program

Your child’s day will include a thoughtful balance of

Outdoor Exploration
Daily nature walks through our wooded areas, meadows, and gardens allow children to observe seasonal changes and discover local plants and wildlife. 

Academic Foundations
We integrate early literacy, math, and science into outdoor activities—counting leaves, measuring rainwater, and classifying plants becomes natural learning.

Spiritual Growth
Age-appropriate Bible stories help children connect their outdoor discoveries with God’s loving care for His creation.

 

Creative Play
Our outdoor learning stations include mud kitchens, nature building areas, and sensory gardens that stimulate imagination and development.

Community Building
Children develop social skills and empathy through collaborative projects like gardening and caring for our campus environment.

 
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A Glenview New Church School pre k and kindergarten aged student holding a baby chicken, petting it with amazement.

Explore A Day in Our Nature-Based Program

A Glenview New Church School pre k and kindergarten aged student holding a baby chicken, petting it with amazement.

Your child’s day will include a thoughtful balance of

Outdoor Exploration
Daily nature walks through our wooded areas, meadows, and gardens allow children to observe seasonal changes and discover local plants and wildlife. 

Academic Foundations
We integrate early literacy, math, and science into outdoor activities—counting leaves, measuring rainwater, and classifying plants becomes natural learning.

Spiritual Growth
Age-appropriate Bible stories help children connect their outdoor discoveries with God’s loving care for His creation.

 

Creative Play
Our outdoor learning stations include mud kitchens, nature building areas, and sensory gardens that stimulate imagination and development.

Community Building
Children develop social skills and empathy through collaborative projects like gardening and caring for our campus environment.

 
Schedule a Tour
Enroll Today
Schedule a Tour
Enroll Today
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A Glenview New Church School pre k and kindergarten aged student sitting at an outdoor workstation completing a workbook page

Preschool (Ages 3-4)

In our nature-based preschool, your child will develop foundational skills through meaningful outdoor experiences. Our caring teachers guide children as they:

Build Language Skills – Expand vocabulary by naming plants, animals, and natural elements while developing storytelling abilities through outdoor adventures.

Cultivate Early Math Concepts – Count seeds, measure plant growth, and recognize patterns in nature, building mathematical thinking naturally.

 

Develop Social Connections - Form authentic friendships while collaborating on garden projects and engaging in imaginative outdoor play.

Strengthen Physical Abilities - Improve balance, coordination, and fine motor skills through climbing, digging, planting, and exploring.

Nurture Spiritual Growth - Connect with God's creation through age-appropriate Bible stories and discovering wonder in the natural world.

Preschool (Ages 3-4)

A Glenview New Church School pre k and kindergarten aged student sitting at an outdoor workstation completing a workbook page

In our nature-based preschool, your child will develop foundational skills through meaningful outdoor experiences. Our caring teachers guide children as they:

Build Language Skills – Expand vocabulary by naming plants, animals, and natural elements while developing storytelling abilities through outdoor adventures.

Cultivate Early Math Concepts – Count seeds, measure plant growth, and recognize patterns in nature, building mathematical thinking naturally.

 

Develop Social Connections - Form authentic friendships while collaborating on garden projects and engaging in imaginative outdoor play.

Strengthen Physical Abilities - Improve balance, coordination, and fine motor skills through climbing, digging, planting, and exploring.

Nurture Spiritual Growth - Connect with God's creation through age-appropriate Bible stories and discovering wonder in the natural world.

Kindergarten (Age 5)

Our kindergarten program prepares your child for academic success while fostering a deep connection to God’s natural world. Your kindergartner will:

Master Early Literacy – Recognize letters, develop phonemic awareness, and build pre-reading skills through nature journals and outdoor storytelling.

Apply Mathematical Thinking – Count, sort, measure, and create patterns using natural materials, developing concrete understanding of abstract concepts.

Develop Scientific Inquiry - Observe seasonal changes, conduct simple experiments, and document discoveries, building critical thinking skills.

Strengthen Independence - Take appropriate risks, solve problems, and build resilience through guided outdoor exploration.

Deepen Spiritual Understanding - Connect Bible teachings with stewardship of God's creation, developing compassion and responsibility.

Kindergarten Details

 
A Glenview New Church School pre k and kindergarten aged student holding an uprooted plant discovering plant life.

Kindergarten (Age 5)

A Glenview New Church School pre k and kindergarten aged student holding an uprooted plant discovering plant life.

Our kindergarten program prepares your child for academic success while fostering a deep connection to God’s natural world. Your kindergartner will:

Master Early Literacy – Recognize letters, develop phonemic awareness, and build pre-reading skills through nature journals and outdoor storytelling.

Apply Mathematical Thinking – Count, sort, measure, and create patterns using natural materials, developing concrete understanding of abstract concepts.

 

Develop Scientific Inquiry - Observe seasonal changes, conduct simple experiments, and document discoveries, building critical thinking skills.

Strengthen Independence - Take appropriate risks, solve problems, and build resilience through guided outdoor exploration.

Deepen Spiritual Understanding - Connect Bible teachings with stewardship of God's creation, developing compassion and responsibility.

Kindergarten Details

 

Flexible scheduling to meet your family's needs

Hear from other parents

"The transformation in our son has been remarkable. He's more confident, curious, and capable since joining the nature program. He comes home excited to share what he's discovered and learned each day."

James & Sarah Kindergarten Parents

"We chose GNCS because we wanted our daughter to develop a love for learning alongside a connection to God's creation. Her vocabulary has exploded as she names plants, insects, and weather patterns, and her confidence has soared through outdoor exploration."

Michelle Preschool Parent

"The transformation in our son has been remarkable. He's more confident, curious, and capable since joining the nature program. He comes home excited to share what he's discovered and learned each day."

James & Sarah Kindergarten Parents

"We chose GNCS because we wanted our daughter to develop a love for learning alongside a connection to God's creation. Her vocabulary has exploded as she names plants, insects, and weather patterns, and her confidence has soared through outdoor exploration."

Michelle Preschool Parent
A Glenview New Church School pre k and kindergarten aged student holding a basket of vegetables collected from the schools garden

Frequently Asked Questions

We believe in appropriate outdoor time in nearly all weather conditions. Children come prepared with proper gear for rain, snow, or shine. During extreme weather, we bring nature indoors through materials, projects, and observations.

 

Our nature-based curriculum is designed to meet or exceed all academic standards for early childhood education. We intentionally integrate literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies into meaningful outdoor experiences, creating deeper, more connected learning.

 

We help children recognize God’s presence in the natural world through Bible stories, prayer, and thoughtful discussions about creation. Children develop spiritual connections and an understanding of stewardship through direct experiences with God’s earth.

 

Ready to Join Our Nature-Based Program?

Spaces are limited to ensure personalized attention for each child. We invite you to take the next step in your child’s educational journey.

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Ready to Join Our Nature-Based Program?

Please don’t hesitate to contact our admissions team to discuss any queries. We’ll be happy to address any questions.

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Glenview, IL 60025
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