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What To Wear At 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.


Each child is required to have a rain suit/gear and rubber/rain boots all school year. Even if the day is dry, waterproof gear helps protect clothing from mud and dirt, and little bodies from insect bites. Below are some recommendations of gear that we find works best throughout the year.

  

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. Most waterproof gear should NOT be washed as it affects its waterproof properties. Stains will be hard to get out but they will be like a badge of honor from a great day at school!


Benefits of Getting Dirty

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

Seasonal Backpack Supplies

Summer Backpacks

Fall/Spring Backpacks

Fall/Spring Backpacks

Pack items in labeled ziplock bags

  • Water bottle
  • bug spray
  • sunscreen
  • 3 extra t-shirts
  • 3 extra shorts or pants
  • 3 extra underwear
  • 3 extra socks
  • 2 towels

Fall/Spring Backpacks

Fall/Spring Backpacks

Fall/Spring Backpacks

  Pack items in labeled ziplock bags

  • Water bottle
  • bug spray
  • sunscreen
  • 3 extra long sleeved shirts
  • 3 extra long pants or leggings
  • 3 extra underwear
  • 3 extra socks
  • ​​2 extra lightweight sweater or jacket

Winter Backpacks

Fall/Spring Backpacks

Winter Backpacks

 Pack items in labeled ziplock bags

  • Water bottle
  • 3 extra long-sleeved shirts
  • 3 extra pair of fleece pants
  • 3 extra underwear
  • 3 extra wool socks
  • ​​3 extra fleece or wool hat
  • 3 extra pair of insulated gloves

GEAR SUGGESTIONS

Tuffo Muddy Buddy

Tuffo Muddy Buddy

Tuffo Muddy Buddy

Tuffo Muddy Buddy https://tuffo.com/muddy-buddy/ - this is a light weight and waterproof full body suit. It is a good idea to get one size up so that it will have to go over snow pants and jacket in the winter time.  


In this picture, the Tuffo is paired with a pair of waterproof mittens from the Outdoor School Shop (see link below)

Oaki

Tuffo Muddy Buddy

Tuffo Muddy Buddy

Oakiwear

https://oaki.com/ - these are more durable than a Tuffo Muddy Buddy but they are a little heavier. They are great for cool and colder weather. Oakis have larger size options as well.


As with the Tuffo, it is a good idea to order 1 size up to go over winter layers to keep them dry.

Rain bibs

Tuffo Muddy Buddy

Rain bibs

Outdoor School Shop  www.outdoorschoolshop.com/schools/framingham-centre-nursery-school/ (use the code: FRAMINGHAM to get 15% off) Waterproof bibs offer a great option for all kinds of weather. Worn with long sleeves (as seen here) provide protection in the warmer weather. When paired with a waterproof jacket it adds more protection as the weather gets colder.

FCNS Gear Partners

The FCNS Shop at Outdoor School Shop offers a 15% discount for our families when you use the code: FRAMINGHAM at check out. Click the link below to start shopping!

Outdoor School Shop - FCNS Shop - 15% off for FCNS Families

Name Bubbles fundraiser - FCNS receives 20% of sales

Gear Up For Cold Weather

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