Experience the Magic of Outdoor Learning in Kitsap County. Imagine your child exploring forest trails, splashing along the shoreline, and discovering new wonders each day. At Tender Leaves Outdoor Preschool in Poulsbo, WA, we blend the freedom of nature play with purposeful teaching to build the confidence and skills your little one needs for kindergarten and beyond. (Conveniently located near Bainbridge Island, we serve families across Kitsap County seeking a high-quality nature preschool close to home.)

  • Next week marks the start of our Summer Camp, from 8/11 to 8/14. There are still spaces for only $150.

  • September 02 is the start of our Fall program! There is still time and some spaces left to sign up.

Updaes and News

 

Salsbury Point Park

Tender Leaves is so excited to launch this school year! Check out our unique program and find out how your child will thrive with us. www.Tenderleavespreschool.com/about #kitsap #preschool #poulsbo #naturebasedlearning #earlylearning #kingstonwa
Tender Leaves is so excited to launch this school year! Check out our unique program and find out how your child will thrive with us. www.Tenderleavespreschool.com/about #kitsap #preschool #poulsbo #naturebasedlearning #earlylearning #kingstonwa #kindergartenreadiness
📚 Behind the Scenes at Tender Leaves 🌱 Did you know? One of the ways we prepare for your amazing preschoolers is by diving into the same powerful resources that Washington’s public educators use, like the Early Learning Resources from OSPI (
📚 Behind the Scenes at Tender Leaves 🌱 Did you know? One of the ways we prepare for your amazing preschoolers is by diving into the same powerful resources that Washington’s public educators use, like the Early Learning Resources from OSPI (Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction)! https://ospi.k12.wa.us/student-success/support-programs/early-learning-washington-state/early-learning-resources These tools help us align with best practices across the state, ensuring our curriculum is not just magical and muddy, but also developmentally spot-on, inclusive, and kindergarten-prep smart. ✨ And here’s the cool part: these resources are free and open to parents too! Whether you’re curious about developmental milestones or want simple ways to support learning at home, OSPI has something for everyone. At Tender Leaves, we believe great teachers never stop learning, and we’re proud to share the tools that help us serve every child with heart and intention. #tenderleavespreschool #earlylearningwa #naturebasedlearning #ParentResources #kindergartenready
We're so excited to launch our new outdoor-focused child-led preschool with a touch of intentional learning right here in Poulsbo! Enrollment for both Summer and Fall programs is officially open! Visit us at www.tenderleavespreschool.com to sign up
We're so excited to launch our new outdoor-focused child-led preschool with a touch of intentional learning right here in Poulsbo! Enrollment for both Summer and Fall programs is officially open! Visit us at www.tenderleavespreschool.com to sign up now or schedule a tour.🎉 #outdoorschool #preschool #kitsap #poulsbo
Tender Leaves is so excited to launch this school year! Check out our unique program and find out how your child will thrive with us. www.Tenderleavespreschool.com/about #kitsap #preschool #poulsbo #naturebasedlearning #earlylearning #kingstonwa 📚 Behind the Scenes at Tender Leaves 🌱 Did you know? One of the ways we prepare for your amazing preschoolers is by diving into the same powerful resources that Washington’s public educators use, like the Early Learning Resources from OSPI ( We're so excited to launch our new outdoor-focused child-led preschool with a touch of intentional learning right here in Poulsbo! Enrollment for both Summer and Fall programs is officially open! Visit us at www.tenderleavespreschool.com to sign up

Introducing: Salsbury Point Park (Poulsbo, WA)

  • View of the Hood Canal Bridge in Poulsbo, WA from the Preschool Tender Leaves

    A view unlike any other

  • View of a children's playground at Salsbury Point Park in Poulsbo, WA

    Set sail!

  • A mossy trail located in Poulsbo, WA located in Kitsap near the Hood Canal Bridge

    What adventures await?

  • Peekaboo view of the water at Salsbury Point Park in Poulsbo. Located on the property is Tender Leaves Preschool.

    Yes, climbing is encouraged

  • Peek-a-boo View

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“By nurturing tender leaves, we grow the roots of strong communities” ~Tender Leaves Preschool

At Tender Leaves Outdoor Preschool, we see childhood as a time of discovery, adventure, and limitless potential. Through student-led exploration and purposeful learning, we empower children to embrace challenges, think critically, and thrive in nature. Our balanced schedule blends structure with freedom, fostering confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

Looking up at towering evergreen trees in a serene forest, symbolizing nature-based exploration at Tender Leaves Preschool in Poulsbo, WA.

Contact Us

Have questions? We’d love to connect! Reach out to Tender Leaves Outdoor Preschool to learn more about our programs and how we can help nurture your child’s love for learning and nature.

We are officially contracted with the Kitsap County Parks to operate our very first location at Salsbury Point Park! Please reach out with any and all questions.

The Hood Canal Bridge view from Salsbury Point Park in Poulsbo. Part of the Outdoor Preschool program, Tender Leaves Outdoor Preschool.