The American School of Bahrain is a vibrant and inclusive learning community, proud of their diversity and mindful of the many cultures that make up the fabric of their school. “Our mission is to provide a challenging American and international education that...
The Natural Pod team is still talking about how incredible our visit to the first Vancouver rooftop childcare centre was. It was the grand opening of ‘The Village’, the sixth childcare program implemented by Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House. The Village occupies the...
The short answer is yes. In addition to offering a unique product, Natural Pod also works differently to other education furniture companies. We’re not a catalog company. We know that choosing furniture from a list does not create the best learning environments...
At a time when many school districts are having to re-outfit their classrooms to meet COVID-19 physical distancing requirements while also trying to increase air quality to help combat the virus, it’s becoming apparent that unfortunately some of the new furniture...
Whenever the Natural Pod team collaborates with educators there’s always a great sense of forward motion; it’s exciting! Although usually done in an in-person setting, we were required to pivot and offered our first virtual workshop this week. With a focus on creating...
Despite the challenges posed by having to adjust in-person learning for physical distancing, it has been uplifting to experience the creativity of so many educators seeking to create the best, safest solution possible for students and teachers. For a while there it...
Even in the middle of the covid pandemic this amazing early learning centre was imagined and created, and we couldn’t be prouder of the results. It goes to show what is possible when a creative vision is mixed with strong leadership. The new CEFA Early Learning...
Who is Natural Pod? How are we different to other learning furniture companies? And how do we support students and their learning? We are a committed team dedicated to creating the best, most beautiful, and equitable learning environments for students and educators...
This Day is highlighting that it’s time #fornature – World Environmental Day 5th June If we are to create more equality in the world, it means caring for everyone, and to care for everyone means caring for our entire planet – the only one we have!...
Our partners at MUSE, who are building a network of schools that equip young people with the tools needed for a lifetime of curiosity, understand the importance of parents as partners in creating great learning outcomes. The MUSE Global team previously looked at what...
With educators courageously trying to teach children remotely, it may reassure parents that supporting their children’s learning at home doesn’t need to be a recreation of the structure of school. Academic subjects are of course important, but if you and your kids are...
Right now as communities around the world are in different stages of isolation and togetherness, our hearts especially go out to those who are being deeply impacted. Today, April 21st, is World Creativity and Innovation Day. What a perfect time to acknowledge...
To celebrate World Earth Day we’re sharing the beautiful work of Day Schildkret, an internationally known artist and teacher of Morning Altars a celebration of nature and life. Through his work, Day has impacted thousands of people of all ages worldwide to gain...
Many of us are already asking, what lessons can we learn from this time? As you will know one of the main conversations presently taking place in the education sector is, how do we pivot to create at home learning that’s accessible and worthwhile? Another is, how do...
Even during these uncertain times, maybe even more so, I feel it’s important to celebrate the good moments as they come along. This week the BCBusiness Women of the Year Awards were announced. Of course, it was not at their planned award event, so for now I didn’t get...
10% of proceeds of the Curious Bundle will go The Canadian Childcare Federation who are are working to advocate for full-time child care for front line healthcare workers during this time.THE CURIOUS BUNDLE – Bundle Price $425 – Includes Free Shipping and...
Our partners at MUSE, who are building a network of schools that equip young people with the tools needed for a lifetime of curiosity, understand the importance of parents as partners in creating great learning outcomes. Here the MUSE Global team is meeting the...
As a team we are really proud and delighted for Natural Pod founder and CEO, Bridgitte Alomes, who has been nominated for the BCBusiness Women of the Year Awards. Bridgitte has been nominated in the category of Entrepreneurial Leader, one of six categories that make...
I would love for you to join me and my co-panelists at SXSW EDU for our session ‘Sustainability & Social Justice in K-12 Schools’. It’s sure to be an insightful, interactive and lively discussion.Date: Monday March 9thTime: 2:00 – 3:00pmLocation:...
The Natural Pod team is soon heading off to the Green Schools Conference and Expo in Portland next week. We can’t wait to re-connect with familiar faces, and are excited to make new connections. The Green Schools Conference & Expo is the only national event to...
Sprig, the last classroom table you’ll ever need
