What To Bring To School
Outdoors Everyday
At FCNS, we go outside EVERY DAY unless it is dangerous to do so. It is important for your child to have the appropriate clothing to enjoy their experience in nature. Here are some guidelines on what you will need to have by the start of school.
Each child is required to have a rain suit and rubber/rain boots all school year. We suggest a Tuffo Muddy Buddy (https://tuffo.com/muddy-buddy/) that is light weight and water proof. When purchasing, please get one size up because it will have to go over their snow pants and jacket in the winter time. Some families have found Oakiwear (https://oaki.com/) a little more durable and they come in larger sizes for older kids.
DO NOT GET CAMOUFLAGE GEAR!! It does a great job of hiding your child from the teachers as they blend into the environment. Bright colors are better to see them with!
The Best Days End in Dirty Clothes!
Your child is going to get dirty at FCNS. It is important to consider this when you are choosing gear. Some outer gear should not be washed every time as it affects it's waterproof properties. Stains will be hard to get out but they will be like a badge of honor from a great day at school!
Dirty kids have healthier immune systems
Dirty kids are happier
Dirty kids are more active
Dirty kids have healthier sensory systems
Dirty kids are smarter
Seasonal Clothing Lists
Summer Program (mid-June & July)
- Sun hat
- Short-sleeved shirt
- Shorts
- Sturdy walking shoes
Warmer Weather - Fall/Spring
- Sun Hat
- Light weight long-sleeved shirt
- Light weight long pants or leggings
- Light weight socks (long enough to tuck pants/leggings into)
- Sturdy, closed toe shoes
- Rubber boots
- Waterproof rain gear
Cooler Weather - Fall/Spring
- Long-sleeved shirt (short sleeve underneath is fine)
- Long pants
- Fleece or wool sweater
- Waterproof rain gear
- Insulated rubber boots
Winter
- Insulated waterproof boots with wool liner
- Base Layer: wool, silk or polypropylene long underwear top and bottom - no cotton
- Mid Layer: long sleeve fleece or wool sweater, fleece pants
- Over Layer: insulated waterproof jacket with hood, insulated waterproof pants
- Wool socks - silk or synthetic liners are a plus
- Gloves - waterproof, insulated liners are a plus
- Hat - fleece or wool
- Balaclava/ski mask
- Neck warmer (please no scarves - strangulation hazard)