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Bridges Outdoor School Elementary*

Kindergarten–5th Grade | Monday–Thursday, 8:30 AM–3:00 PM | Friday, 8:30 AM–1:00 PM | Full-time enrollment *ESA eligible 

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Academic Excellence

Strong academic foundations developed through meaningful, connected learning experiences.

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Leadership and Community

Students learn alongside one another, building confidence, empathy, responsibility, and leadership.

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Real-world Learning

Authentic projects connect academic learning to everyday life, nature, and the community.

Our privately accredited Kindergarten–5th grade program combines academically rich instruction with inquiry-based, place-based, and project-based learning. Students develop strong foundations in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies while exploring meaningful questions, engaging in authentic projects, and building lasting relationships with one another, their guides, and the natural world.

Our multi-age learning environment encourages collaboration, leadership, and curiosity while allowing every child to grow at their own pace. Intentionally small learning communities and low student-to-guide ratios allow our guides to know each learner deeply, providing individualized support, appropriate academic challenge, and meaningful opportunities for students to discover and share their unique strengths.

Learning With Purpose

At Bridges, learning extends beyond mastering academic subjects. Students ask questions, solve real problems, collaborate across ages, and apply what they're learning in meaningful ways. Through projects inspired by student interests, seasonal rhythms, and the Bridges Connection Wheel, children develop confidence, critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.

Learning experiences may include:

Gardening & Regenerative Agriculture

Bushcraft & Outdoor Skills

Storytelling & Creative Writing

Culinary & Practical Life Skills

Art & Creative Expression​

​Astronomy & Nature Study

Movement & Wellness

Service Learning

Local History & Community Connections

​West Location: Dallas Center, Iowa

South Location: Norwalk, Iowa

North Location: Granger, Iowa

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Bridges Outdoor School – Dallas Center,

Bridges Outdoor School – Norwalk, and Bridges Outdoor School – North

are operating locations of Bridges LLC d/b/a Bridges Outdoor School.

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