Forest School Management Software Built for Your Values
While traditional software tries to make you operate like a daycare center, Wilderops embraces your forest school philosophy. More time outdoors, less time on admin.
Join 50+ forest schools using Wilderops • Free forever up to 8 children • No credit card required
We understand your unique needs
Forest schools aren't just “outdoor daycares”—you have different values, structures, and challenges. Wilderops is built with those in mind.
Mixed-Age Groupings
Not locked into grade-based groups like traditional centers. Manage flexible, child-led groupings that change with the seasons.
Seasonal Program Changes
Switch between summer and winter schedules seamlessly. Adjust session times as daylight changes throughout the year.
Weather-Dependent Operations
Quick communication for storm days, heat waves, or perfect outdoor days. Parents get instant updates when plans change.
Cooperative Models
Fair pricing for parent co-ops and collectives. Start free with up to 8 children, grow as your community expands.
Tight-Knit Communities
Share the magic of muddy adventures and forest discoveries. Keep families connected without endless email chains.
Safety for Risky Play
Medical alerts, permissions, and emergency contacts handled thoughtfully—so you can focus on tree climbing and exploration.
Features built for outdoor learning
Everything you need to run a forest school, nature kindergarten, or outdoor preschool—without the bloat of traditional childcare software.
Weather Day Management
Send instant notifications when weather forces schedule changes. Parents get alerts via app, email, or SMS.
Outdoor Check-In
QR code sign-in that works in the rain, snow, or sunshine. No more soggy clipboards at your outdoor drop-off point.
Seasonal Program Tracking
Easily switch between summer intensive programs and winter sessions. Manage varying schedules without confusion.
Parent Partnership Tools
Share forest discoveries, seasonal celebrations, and outdoor milestones. Build community through shared experiences.
Plus all the essentials
Forest schools using Wilderops
Real nature-based programs, real results. Here's how forest schools are using Wilderops to reclaim their time.
Wildwood Forest Kindergarten
Wellington, NZ • 18 children
“Wilderops gets it. They're not trying to make us like regular daycares—they support our forest school philosophy.”
Reclaimed 12 hours/week for outdoor time
Cedar Grove Nature School
Auckland, NZ • 24 children
“We spend 3 hours outside every day. Wilderops means we don't spend 3 hours on paperwork every night.”
Reduced admin workload by 65%
Little Explorers Forest Co-op
Christchurch, NZ • 8 children (started free)
“Started on the free tier with 6 families. As we grew, upgrading was seamless. The pricing reflects our cooperative values.”
Grew from 6 to 15 children in one year
Pricing that reflects your cooperative values
Start free with up to 8 children—perfect for small forest school collectives. As you grow, our pricing scales fairly and transparently.
Perfect for playgroups and small collectives getting started
Core features for growing forest schools
QR check-in, mobile app, and advanced features
30-day trial on all paid plans • No credit card required
Common questions from forest schools
Does it work in remote outdoor locations?
Yes! The mobile app works offline, so even if you're deep in the forest without cell service, you can still check children in and take notes. Everything syncs when you're back online.
Can I manage mixed-age groups?
Absolutely. Unlike traditional childcare software that forces grade-based groupings, Wilderops lets you create flexible groups that change with your program. Perfect for child-led, nature-based learning.
What about parent co-ops?
We love co-ops! Start free with up to 8 children. Our transparent pricing and parent involvement features are designed with cooperative models in mind. No hidden fees, no surprises.
How do I handle weather-dependent cancellations?
Quick weather updates are built in. Send instant notifications to all families when storms, heat, or perfect weather change your plans. Parents get alerts via app, email, or SMS—whatever they prefer.
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