Bainbridge Island

Bainbridge Island

The Bainbridge campus opened in 2023 and is lovingly nestled in the forest adjacent to The Island School. We are thrilled to be in partnership with TIS and their warm welcome to join this wonderful learning community. The Bainbridge campus has a dedicated forest space for all kinds of socio-dramatic and constructive play. With large building blocks, a stage, ropes and trees to climb on, a specially designed mud kitchen, and the surprises that the forest provides daily, we are ready for it all!

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Bainbridge Island

Campus Programs

At forest preschool the children visit the same woodland on a regular basis and are given the freedom to play, opportunity to explore and learn about the natural environment, and support while learning how to handle risks, solve problems, and cooperate with their peers. Preschool runs all year, where children learn and play in the woods in all weather: sun, rain, snow, warm and cold, (barring high winds or other extreme weather). As the forest is ever changing, each day brings new and different exploration opportunities. Children play, learn boundaries – both physical and social - grow in confidence, and become self-starters. Children in this environment learn that there are different ways of solving problems and they develop their critical thinking skills daily. Learn more about Magnolia's Forest Preschool program.

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Class Details

Location:
The Island School, Bainbridge Island, WA

Morning Preschool Class: 2024-2025

2.5-5 years old

  • Mon/Wed/Fri, 9:00-1:00, $540/month
  • Tues/Thurs, 9:00-1:00, $360/month
  • Mon-Fri, 9:00-1:00, $880/month

Drop off begins at 8:45 am daily.

(Registration and Materials Fees are due at registration.)

Learn more about our school partner: https://theislandschool.org/

Summer Camp

Summer camp is a great time to try out forest school and see if your child loves it as much as we do! Enrollment opens March 1st. Email our registrar for more information: info@magnoliaforestpreschool.com.

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Summer Camp Details

ENROLL FOR SUMMER CAMPS 2024

Ages: 2.5-5 years old‍

Location: The Island School

Time: 9:00-1:00 

Days: Monday-Thursday

Cost: $210/week

  • Week 5: Aug 5-8
  • Week 6: Aug 12-15
  • Week 7: Aug 19-22

K-5th Grade

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K-5th Grade Details

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Bainbridge Island

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We would love to meet you! We welcome new families for tours regularly September-June so that you can see the forest school space, meet the site director, ask questions and get a taste for the Magnolia Forest Preschool experience!

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Campus Director

J Humenay

Campus Director
j.humenay@magnoliaforestpreschool.com

Jaime ( “J”) Humenay was born and raised in Southern California. She worked in musical theater in San Diego for over a decade and moved to Washington State with her husband in 2011. They added a daughter to their family in 2015. The Humenay family found Magnolia Forest Preschool Summer Camp and enrolled their daughter in it the first year the school came to be. J discovered first-hand the deep connection between time in the forest and its special magic in empowering little voices. Her life experience as an adoptee, a trained foster parent, a military spouse, and a mother has given her a passion for being a safe foundation for children in her daily life. She’s excited to bring that wisdom to the woods of Bainbridge Island.
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In her life outside of Magnolia, J teaches Powerlifting, Olympic Weightlifting, and Strongman to adults of all walks of life, and is an occasional competitive athlete herself. She is an effective and patient coach. She believes strongly that the glow off a person who realizes they can do something they once thought impossible is truly an honor to be a part of - no matter the age and stage of life. Her family enjoys traveling whenever possible and is a born storyteller.

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Campus Teachers

Kristiana Jacinto

Assistant Site Director

Kristiana Jacinto

Assistant Site Director

Kristiana studied education at Vincennes University where she earned double Bachelor degrees in Elementary and Special Education. Over the past eight years, she has gained experience as a teacher, developed life skills curriculum, and supported young adults transitioning out of foster care.

Recently, she relocated from Tennessee to Washington with her husband and daughter. In her free time, Kristiana enjoys traveling, camping, hiking, and trying her hand at DIY projects.

Inspired by her own parenting journey, Kristiana is passionate about teaching her daughter that joy is not solely dependent on sunshine. She firmly believes in the benefits of outdoor play and child-led learning. Kristiana is excited to join the Magnolia team, where she aims to foster creativity in children, inspiring them to explore, imagine, and grow through hands-on, nature-based experiences.

Francesca De Luna-Valencia

Preschool Teacher

Francesca De Luna-Valencia

Preschool Teacher

Francesca De Luna-Valencia graduated from North Kitsap High School in 2023. She played soccer and tennis for NKHS. She is bilingual. Her first language is Spanish and then English. She was born and raised in Poulsbo, WA.

Francesca (Franny) is thrilled to be a part of the Magnolia teaching community. She enjoys seeing children light up at new discoveries in the forest, helping friendships blossom, and supporting problem solving opportunities.

Franny plays tennis in her free time and is excited to continue her journey in early childhood education this year.

Find Magnolia Forest School Near You!

At unique campuses across the Puget Sound Region in Washington, Magnolia children learn rain and shine. Preschool (ages 2.5-5) and Waldkinder (ages 5-8) programs meet September through June. We welcome lots of new friends at our summer camps, too!

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“In the safety and freedom of the woods, [my child’s] little voice started asking for things she needed – and getting those needs met. Through climbing, exploring the natural world around her, her confidence grew. Magnolia’s style makes room for that.”
“One of the biggest leaps has been [my child’s] ability to communicate her emotions. Instead of endless tantrums or guessing games, [my child] has been able to clearly tell me what she’s feeling. Being able to identify a feeling is one of the first steps to working through it for her. This is a big deal in our everyday life, and I believe it’s truly added to her life in a dynamic manner. At Magnolia, I know I have a group of other caring adults in her life to help her learn to trust herself and others, during those difficult life moments.”
“ We look forward to the year, as well as the adventures of the K-8th program to follow. I want [my child] to continue to grow and learn to trust herself and grow into a confident child, and eventually young woman, with respect for life, others and the world around her. Those values are echoed by this school as well. Having the freedom to be 100% herself in a safe environment as she discovers who she is priceless.”
“Now, as a first time parent, I’ll admit, I had my doubts when it came to the theory behind child-lead learning, but I’m now sold on it. The confidence gained by learning to climb a rock transfers over to facing new learning milestones, like counting. [My child’s] imagination is free to expand with simple tools and toys, friends, fresh air, and the occasional snow ball. Imagination is the mother of invention. [My child] knows School is a safe place to make mistakes, explore, and grow.”
“I cannot say enough how much my child has grown since school started in September! She went from crying at drop off and clinging to a teacher, to confidently walking to a teacher at the start of a school day and strutting back at pick up.”
“[My child] has great stamina! Before Magnolia she wouldn’t walk very far and now she is able to hike up to 3 miles! She also has a longer attention span. She will stick with a task for 45 min or an hour. Again, before school she would flit from activity to activity.”

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We're so glad you're interested in enrolling your child at Magnolia! Families often have lots of questions, and we're here to help. Complete the interest form below, so we can support you in your journey toward forest school. You can also directly contact our office: info@magnoliaforestpreschool.com.

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We are happy to answer any questions you may have. Forest school can be the perfect fit for so many children because it is uniquely tailored to support their strengths and interests. We look forward to connecting with you and your child further, and we hope to see you in the forest soon!

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