Caregiver and Child Program
There are two semester options below:
2026 Winter/Spring Session and 2026 Fall Session.
Please register with care.
Babes in the Woods
Membership Required
Our caregiver and child class, Babes in the Woods, offers an opportunity for a caregiver and young child to engage with nature and each other. Classes include sensory activities, early nature immersion, stories, live animal encounters, and outdoor exploration. This class is held mostly outside and will foster a sense of comfort with the natural world, animals, and the Nature Center.
2026 Winter/Spring Session: January 5 - June 5, 2026
For children born between September 1, 2023- June 30, 2024
| Day | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mondays | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | $771 |
| Mondays | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $771 |
| Tuesdays | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | $771 |
| Tuesdays | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $771 |
| Wednesdays | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | $771 |
| Wednesdays | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $771 |
| Thursdays | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | $771 |
| Thursdays | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $771 |
2026 Fall Session: September 22 - December 11, 2026
For children born between September 1, 2024- June 30, 2025
| Day | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mondays | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | $454 |
| Mondays | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $454 |
| Tuesdays | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | $454 |
| Tuesdays | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $454 |
| Wednesdays | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | $454 |
| Wednesdays | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $454 |
| Thursdays | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | $454 |
| Thursdays | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $454 |
NEW THIS YEAR!
PAYMENT METHOD POLICY
New Payment Method Policy – Effective January 1, 2026
Effective January 1, 2026, the Darien Nature Center will transition to ACH transfer or check as our preferred payment methods for all programs, including Preschool (Babes in the Woods, Nature Time for Twos, and Nature's Playroom) and Summer Camp tuition, as well as after-school, early dismissal, vacation camps, and any other programs added throughout the year.
Accepted Payment Methods
- ACH (Automated Clearing House transfer)
- Personal Check
Card Payments
- Credit and debit card payments will continue to be accepted; however, please note that families will be responsible for any processing fees associated with tuition payments made by card.
Purpose of Policy
This change allows us to:
- Reduce administrative costs
- Ensure tuition funds are fully applied toward our educational programs
- Simplify payment processing for families and the Nature Center
Important Notes
- Tuition installment deadlines remain unchanged.
- Families are encouraged to set up ACH through their Playground account and designate it as their primary form of payment for the most seamless option.
- Checks should be made payable to Darien Nature Center and delivered to the main office.
If you have any questions, please review the FAQ section below, then email registration@dariennaturecenter.org or call us at 203-655-7459.
