MAGIC PATHWAYS SCHOOL
✨Confident & Joyful Growth, Rooted in Nervous System Care
About Magic Pathways School
Through Magic Pathways, we’ve created a unique space for children ages 5–7, where both neurodivergent and neurotypical kids can truly thrive. This is a small, supportive, and imaginative environment designed for children who are sensitive and bright — yet may struggle with:
- Giving up or melting down when things get hard
- Feeling easily frustrated or overwhelmed by big emotions
- Proprioceptive or sensory challenges (bumping, crashing, knocking things over)
- Impulsivity and inattention
- Interoceptive difficulties (like not noticing when they’re hungry, thirsty, or full)
Here, their strengths are celebrated — and their challenges are met with compassion and nervous system–based support. The Magic Pathways After-School Program helps children unwind, regulate, and strengthen the foundations they need for school success — so they end the day calmer, more confident, and ready for what’s ahead.
🌱 Why Magic Pathways School Works
It’s always easier to build strong foundations early on than to face ongoing challenges later in elementary school. Traditional classrooms often expect children to “push through” without addressing the root causes of frustration, dysregulation, or social and learning challenges. At Magic Pathways School, we take the opposite approach — giving children the nervous system support, play-based learning, and small-group connection they need now, so they can thrive with confidence in the years ahead.
- Small group size (max 8 children): Keeps sensory input manageable and social interactions supportive.
- Nervous system work: Through breathwork, movement, and the S.M.A.R.T. program, we build the foundation for self-regulation and learning.
- Nature & play-based rhythm: Daily park time, gardening, crafts, and free play keep kids connected to joy and imagination.
We don’t just manage behaviors — we help children re-pattern their brains and bodies so they can feel successful, confident, and calm.
📅 Program Rhythm
- 4:00 – 4:10 Welcome Circle (explanation of that day's obstacle course and exercises)
- 4:10-4:40 S.M.A.R.T. Time (think gymnastics class obstacle course only with intentional neuro-sensory motor exercises to integrate reflexes and prepare the brain for learning)
- 4:40-4:45 Outdoor Garden Time
- 4:45-5:15 Supervised Free Play (Gym, Special Interests, Social Skills, Crafts)
🧠 What is the S.M.A.R.T. Program?
Many kids struggle in school not because they aren’t smart — but because their nervous systems aren’t fully ready to learn. The Stimulating Maturity Accelerated Readiness Training (S.M.A.R.T.) program addresses this by strengthening the neurological “wiring” children need for success.
Think of it like rewiring a house: if the kitchen lights are hooked up to the bathroom switches, nothing works properly. With targeted daily movement and reflex-integration exercises, we help your child’s brain “rewire” for focus, regulation, and learning readiness.
This 30-minutes-a-day practice supports:
- Integration of retained reflexes
- Better body awareness and coordination
- Improved sensory processing
- Stronger focus and attention
- A calmer, more regulated nervous system
Think of it like a gymnastics class obstacle course only with intentional neuro-sensory motor exercises to integrate reflexes and prepare the brain for learning.
💫 Program Details
- Ages: 5-7
- When: Wednesdays 4:00pm to 5:15pm
Wednesday September 24th to Wednesday June 10th 2025
- Where: Nature Kids Therapy
- To bring: Water bottle, weather appropriate outdoor clothing
- Size: Limit of 8 children
- Tuition: $77 per week
Tuition Policy:
- For children enrolling after the start of the school year, tuition will be pro-rated based on the start date.
- Tuition is charged in full for all enrolled days, regardless of illness.
- Scholarships: Available for families in need. Please reach out to info@naturekidstherapy.com to inquire.
- Lead Guide: Adrienne Ero-Phillips, MAOT, OTR/L (Occupational Therapist with 10+ years’ experience)
