What ages does our program serve?
The program is designed for children ages 18 months-8 years. Children younger and older than that age range are welcome to enroll.
Can siblings come for free?
Siblings 17 months of age and under may join at no cost.
Siblings 18 months and may enroll in the class at the discounted sibling rate.
Are refunds offered?
Individual class refunds are not available. A full season refund can be requested up to 48 hours BEFORE the first class of the series.
What happens in inclement weather or unsafe conditions?
Decisions about whether it is safe to hold class are determined by the teacher using local weather guidance and a weather chart.
The teacher will update families at least 90 minutes prior to class by email and/or text message.
Whenever possible, the session will be offered at another time.
How are photos used at iWonder Flagstaff?
iWonder Flagstaff uses photographs to illustrate learning concepts and promote outdoor play and playful learning on our website or in other materials/media.
Before we would use any photo in that way, we would reach out directly to the parent of the child(ren) in the photo and secure their permission.
Parents often choose to share pictures of their kids at play with iWonder Flagstaff across social media, as they do with many other kids activities. Those choices are up to the individual parent.
How do we help foster a safe learning environment during class?
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Each explorer (child) is accompanied by a guide (parent or caregiver).
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Teachers support guides and do all that they reasonably can to provide a learning environment that allows for safe risk-taking.
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Teachers bring a First Aid Kit to class, which can be utilized by guides (attending adults) if needed.
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A few, simple rules help to address most situations:
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Explorers (children) can explore on their own as long as they can still see or hear their guide or the Leader.
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Teachers encourage children to engage in risky play, but give clear redirection if or when safety and the safety of friends in the class could be compromised. If explorers are taking physical risks, we check in to make sure that they feel sturdy and safe in their risk-taking. Ultimately, over time, we want to help children learn how to learn their limits while still playing in a way that keeps them and their friends out of true harm.
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We encourage children not to put nature treasures in their mouths. If a wee one is doing so as a natural part of exploring the world, we work with their guide to try to honor that need in the safest way possible.
Liability Release
The teacher, Christina Molinaro, is deeply committed to every child’s safety and carefully assesses and manages danger in all of our activities. However, there are risks inherent in any youth activity. Each family, caregiver or organization must submit this completed form in order to participate.
Acknowledgement of Risk and Consent for Treatment:
I acknowledge that there are risks inherent in any youth program, including by not limited to injury arising from: participation in physical activity; participant’s failure to follow instructions given by the teacher; communicable illness; and independent acts of third parties not under the control of the teacher. I acknowledge that all risks cannot be prevented, and assume those beyond the control of the teacher. In order to minimize risks to my child or other participants, I will take responsibility to see that my child is prepared for all activities and is in good health each day of class. In case of medical emergency, I understand that every reasonable attempt will be made to contact me. However, in the event that I cannot be reached, I give my permission to the teacher in charge of the class to secure emergency medical treatment for my child. I agree to pay for any charges for emergency medical treatment that are not covered by my personal health insurance.