Children exploring nature

About Me

Nathalie is an Early Childhood Educator with over 12 years of experience. She is passionate about bringing learning outdoors and sharing the joy of being outside with others.

After a childhood spent wandering the woods and forests near her home, she has been redefining what it means to be outside in an urban setting. She believes in the importance of intentional pauses—encouraging moments of reflection, connection, and appreciation with ourselves, our children, and our natural environment.

Why Lilareed?

Lilareed Forest Preschool was born from her love for her children and the meaningful memories they create together outdoors.

This project is her way of connecting with like-minded families who value nature, play, and unstructured time outside. It is a space for children to explore, imagine, and grow—just as nature intended.

Forest school educator in Montreal focusing on wellbeing and development through outdoor learning