The mission of the Bluebird Cottage School is to provide a homelike environment that nurtures the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of preschool-aged children. The Bluebird Cottage School connects children to nature, the seasons, and promotes food literacy.

Marybeth Legler has been an early childhood teacher for 20 years. Marybeth received her Waldorf Early Childhood teaching certification from the Rudolf Steiner College and worked as a mixed age Kindergarten teacher for most of her career. In addition to 20 years as a classroom teacher, she directs forest and garden-based summer camps, leads nature-based playgroups and teaches children to cook and love nourishing foods.

“Marybeth possesses a real passion for teaching young people. She is attentive to each child’s specific needs while encouraging them to engage with the world around them in a safe and loving environment. I highly recommend her and her school!”