“Angela’s forest program is exceptional! Most notably because she herself is exceptional. She is an extremely genuine and caring individual who truly has the kids interests at heart. Out of all the teachers we have met through our daycare experience, she is at the top. She has a calm presence, lets the kids be and express themselves, while guiding them to learn about nature and the environment around them. Our daughter often comes home teaching us things about the forest! It is so important for children to have free outdoor play, and this is a great way to get that with a knowledgeable teacher. Can’t recommend it enough!”

— Jenna M.

“My daughter absolutely loves "Forest Days with Ms. Angela". They have been the highlight of her week. Ms. Angela does a fantastic job of allowing the children to move at their own pace with the skills they are learning. She provides a safe environment for learning. We are very much looking forward to new programs!”

— Lisa S.

“If you are looking for a quality program run by a quality person, you found it!  I have been an educator for over 20 years and Angela is one of the best!  I know Angela both as an early childhood educator colleague and as a parent, trusting her to care for and guide my 3 children.  All children I have observed in her care, including my own, gravitate to her.  That speaks volumes!  She is calm, kind, passionate, patient, driven, talented, intuitive, thoughtful, caring, and highly-skilled.  Angela achieves excellence in all she does, from creating and adapting her programming for all to building relationships with families.  She pours her heart into her work and you will see Angela sparkle when she is with the children and in nature!  She is always prepared with rich Montessori-inspired and Forest activities and lessons, yet she keeps her agenda flexible to honour the spirit of the child.  Beyond her program, Angela is committed to community outreach and involvement.  I hope you take some time to meet her and try out her programming!

— Christine A.

“Our daughter loves her time outside in the forest learning all about plants and animals at Wonder & Awe. Angela provides a safe space for the kids to explore and fosters their independence. Her enthusiasm and knowledge has instilled in our daughter an appreciation for nature and getting outside. We are so grateful to have found Angela, her support and passion for outdoor learning has been amazing for our daughter and family.”

— Kate & Scott S.

“I have had the great pleasure of working along side Angela at an amazing and unique faith-based preschool in White Rock, BC. Angela is an excellent teacher because she leads through building relationships with the children. Angela has a talent for observation, which is such a critical part of early childhood education, and she does this through listening with all of her heart to children. I've watched children respond to Angela who were unreachable to other teachers because of her incredible skills and heart-based ability to hold space for children to be who they are. Angela is incredibly creative and applies this to her value of emergent learning by bringing all of who she is to all of who the children are and becoming. Angela is at home in nature and has a talent for infecting children with this authentic love and respect for themselves and their place in the natural world. Angela is an accomplished author, speaker, teacher and human. I would recommend her programs highly.” 

— Joani M.

“Wonder & Awe Forest Play’s Spring Break Day Camp was an amazing experience for my 5 year old son. Even in the pouring rain, he came home happy and full of smiles each day. Angela’s program is wonderful and has so much to offer. From unstructured play and exploration to bush-crafts and story-telling, the days were packed to the brim with learning and fun! She provided daily updates and photos for the parents and the kids brought home a keepsake each day. I am so grateful for my son’s experience with Wonder & Awe Forest Play and he is already asking me to sign him up for more “Forest Play” again!”

— Jaime K.

“Both of my children loved the program and Angela. My son, 8.5 years often doesn’t say much about “teachers” but he kept telling me how much fun Angela is and how nice she is. To me, this is significant, as Angela was able to connect with my son and make him feel comfortable and welcomed. Angela is passionate about the outdoors, getting kids into nature and having fun. She genuinely loves what she does!”

— Robyn I.

“Forest Play Days with Angela is the best gift you can give your child. My son absolutely loved the experience. Angela has a true gift and passion for her work. Children enjoy days filled with adventure, imagination and fun. Her program offerings are a world class experience for kids.”

— Leesa M.