This is the official website of Atami Fuji Nursery School in Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture, which practices childcare based on the educational philosophy of "growing up in nature, surrounded by the sea and mountains. With approximately 70 children, the preschool offers distinctive childcare services that take advantage of Atami's rich natural environment.
The content of childcare is characterized by "experiential learning using the seashore and forest as the classroom," with seasonal activities including "beach learning to observe sea creatures," "hiking to collect mountain plants," and "learning about fish from local fishermen. For dietary education, meals using fresh seafood from Atami are provided to help children understand "the connection between the ingredients and their place of origin.
The school also emphasizes collaboration with parents, strengthening the local community by holding "Ocean Cleanup Day for Parents and Children" and "Crop Harvest Festival in the School Garden." The website provides detailed reports on the school's activities and events, allowing parents to keep up with what is going on at the school in real time.