Forest School on the Mountain

For children who are 3, 4, or 5 years old on their first day of activities. No exceptions.

These activities are designed for the whole family! Children must be accompanied by at least one adult from their immediate family during the activities, but grandparents, aunts, and uncles are also welcome.

Saturday Morning - Group A

Meeting location for the first session: Smith House, 1260 Remembrance Rd., Montreal, Quebec H3G 1A4
Rate: $180 for five sessions
Availability: 16 spots (Children must be accompanied and supervised by a parent during the activity)
Dates and schedule: Saturdays, March 28, April 11, April 25, May 9, and May 23, 2026 | 10 a.m. to 11.30 a.m.

Saturday Morning - Group B

Meeting location for the first session: Smith House, 1260 Remembrance Rd., Montreal, Quebec H3G 1A4
Rate: $180 for five sessions
Availability: 16 spots (Children must be accompanied and supervised by a parent during the activity)
Dates and schedule: Saturdays, April 4, April 18, May 2, May 16 and May 23, 2026 | 10 a.m. to 11.30 a.m.

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For children who are 6, 7, or 8 years old on their first day of activities. No exceptions.

The Forest School on Mount Royal is designed for young people who wish to sharpen their senses and awaken their natural instincts. Encouraged to become leaders of their own experience, children develop a meaningful connection with nature while learning how to interact with wildlife and how plant life and to take action to protect them.

Saturday Morning

Meeting location for the first session: Smith House, 1260 Remembrance Rd., Montreal, Quebec H3G 1A4
Rate: $180 for five sessions
Availability: 16 spots
Dates and schedule: Saturdays, March 28, April 11, April 25, May 9, and May 23, 2026 | 10 a.m. to 11.30 a.m.

REGISTER HERE

For children who are 9, 10, 11 or 12 years old on their first day of activities. No exceptions.

The Forest School on Mount Royal is designed for young people who wish to sharpen their senses and awaken their natural instincts. Encouraged to become leaders of their own experience, children develop a meaningful connection with nature while learning how to interact with wildlife and how plant life and to take action to protect them.

Saturday Afternoon

Meeting location for the first session: Smith House, 1260 Remembrance Rd., Montreal, Quebec H3G 1A4
Rate: $180 for five sessions
Availability: 16 spots
Dates and schedule: Saturdays, March 28, April 11, April 25, May 9, and May 23, 2026 | 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

REGISTER HERE

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Today, children are spending less and less time outdoors and in natural environments, which can have an impact on their health and well-being. In several countries, including Denmark, Sweden and the United Kingdom, educational programs have shown that regular contact with nature improves children’s motivation, concentration, motor skills, health, and self-confidence while also supporting the development of social skills. In Canada, this recognition has also taken shape through the parkprescriptions.ca, launched by health professionals to highlight the benefits of time spent in nature.

The Forest School movement has developed internationally through the initiatives of parents and associations such as Child & Nature Alliance of Canada and Forest School Canada. Closer to home, the early childhood education sector has also embraced this approach and supported the rollout of initiatives such as Alex-éducation par la nature project. This educational philosophy aims to offer immersive experiences in local natural settings, fostering strong emotional bonds with nature, encouraging healthy lifestyle habits, and supporting the child’s holistic development.

With the Forest School on the Mountain, Les Amis de la montagne seek to build lasting connections between children, nature and Mount Royal. This program represents a first step toward inspiring young participants to become the next generation of stewards of Mount Royal, while developing environmental learning throughout the seasons and in all weather.

Depending on the age of your child, you may either accompany them as they explore Mount Royal or allow them to participate under the guidance of our experienced educators so they can play, explore, and learn in nature throughout the season, discovering the richness of the mountain’s wildlife and plant life.

Parent Guide

The Parent Guide contains all essential information to help you prepare for the Forest School.

PARENT GUIDE

Can I register my child if they do not speak French fluently?

Since the Forest School operates in French, children must have basic French skills in both comprehension and oral communication. This is essential to ensure clear communication of instructions, particularly those related to safety.

How can I make sure I receive all communications after registration?

To ensure you receive all post-registration communications, we recommend adding notifications@amilia.com to your contacts and regularly checking your spam folder.

Is the Forest School suitable for children with special needs?

Mount Royal provides an exceptional playground for children, but some activities may present accessibility challenges. We are open to collaborating with families to explore possible accommodations. Please contact us at ecoledelaforet@lemontroyal.qc.ca to discuss your child’s needs.

Can I cancel my child's registration?

To view or cancel registrations, you must download the Amilia mobile app. For assistance, please consult How to use the Amilia mobile app.

For questions regarding the Forest School, please contact our Forest School team by email at ecoledelaforet@lemontroyal.qc.ca or by phone at 514-843-8240, ext. 224. 

For questions about the reservation system, please contact our reservation team by email at reservations@lemontroyal.qc.ca or by phone at 514-843-8240, ext. 2.

Consult our activity refund and cancellation policy below.

Refund policy for our activities