Children's Nature Academy

Welcome to the UW-Eau Claire's Children's Nature Academy. Our program supports the healthy development of children physically, emotionally and cognitively by nurturing children's sense of wonder.

The Children's Nature Academy is a five star NECPA accredited program serving the students, faculty and staff at the University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire and the Chippewa Valley community. The center is located at 1190 Priory Rd, Eau Claire. Our hours of operation are 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday- Friday.

Family Handbook 2023

Waitlist Form

Thank you for your interest in the Nature Academy. We do have a waitlist and ask that you please fill out the following form. Filling out this form does not guarantee a spot. When a space becomes available, you will be notified by our enrollment coordinator.

Waitlist Form

Now hiring students!

For more information and to complete the UWEC Student Employment application online, visit the Student Employment page or email Sabrina Marion at claysj@uwec.edu.

The UWEC Children's Nature Academy is committed to the inclusive excellence plan of the University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire.