After School Program at Wild Rose Farm
Working with the Will through Art, Cooking, Woodwork, and Gardening
In the heart of Wild Rose Farm, children are invited to experience the living world through art, craft, and care for the earth.
This after-school program nurtures the child’s will and imagination through meaningful, hands-on activities that engage head, heart, and hands.
Each afternoon unfolds with rhythm and purpose — kneading dough, carving wood, shaping clay, planting seeds, and weaving stories of creativity and collaboration.
Through these experiences, children discover joy in doing, confidence in their capacities, and a deep connection with nature and community.
Rooted in a salutogenic and Waldorf-inspired approach, the program cultivates responsibility, creativity, and reverence for life.
Creative, Practical, Joyful
Children engage in:
Woodwork
Fiber arts (knitting, sewing, weaving)
Cooking and baking
Paper arts
Organic gardening
Artistic exploration with natural materials
Each day follows a rhythm that balances activity, rest, and nourishment.
Educational Philosophy
A Whole-Child Approach
Our work follows the idea of “Wholeness Consciousness” — recognizing that every creative act, no matter how simple, contributes to the health and harmony of the whole.
Schedule & Format
For children ages 5 to 14
Monday through Thursday
From 3:15 to 5:30 p.m.
Fall Season: September – December 2025
Mixed-age groups guided by experienced educators and artists
Location:
In-person only: Wild Rose Farm, Wilton, NH
A biodynamic farm where nature, art, and community come together
Surrounded by forest, fields, and a creative indoor studio
“Through the hands, the will finds form — and through form, the child becomes a maker of meaning.”
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