We believe children learn best through meaningful, real-life experiences. Our days are spent mostly outdoors, in the barn, and in the community. Learning through doing is at the heart of our pedagogy, caring, observing, and growing together. With intentionally small class sizes, we are able to meet each child where they are developmentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Through a combination of teacher-led learning and child-led play and projects, we incorporate gardening, farm chores, creative play, prayer, Spanish immersion, and equine and animal-assisted learning, into our daily routine. I believe this is how children best build confidence, resilience, responsibility, and a deep connection to God’s creation.

• Faith First – We are biblically based, grounding our teaching in Christian values, character development, and stewardship.

• Children Are a Gift – We honor childhood as sacred, believing children are entrusted to us by God for a season.

• Whole-Child Wellness – We prioritize a non-toxic, nourishing environment that supports children from the inside out.

• Connection Over Convenience – Relationships, presence, and meaningful work matter more than speed or standardization.

• Strong Roots Lead to Strong Lives – We focus on life skills, emotional regulation, responsibility, and independence that prepare children for the real world.

Growing Roots Farm School began with a personal search for the right preschool for my daughter. I longed for a nature-based environment that honored childhood, encouraged curiosity, and allowed children to learn through hands-on, outdoor experiences. Oh, and make it bilingual too! While I appreciated elements of Montessori, Waldorf, and Reggio Emilia philosophies, I struggled to find a program that also upheld biblical truth and Christian values.

Many nature-based schools embrace spirituality and worldviews that separate creation from the Creator. We believe the world is not neutral—and raising children is not neutral either. Every environment, philosophy, and daily rhythm is shaping a child’s heart and mind in one direction or another.

As a lifelong horse owner and equestrian, I had already seen the powerful impact animals—especially horses—can have on children. While teaching private riding lessons and working in preschool settings, I began to notice how deeply children grew through responsibility, confidence, emotional regulation, and connection when animals were part of their learning. The question became simple: Why not blend it all together?

Growing Roots Farm School was created to do just that—bringing together faith-based education, bilingual language immersion, nature and farm life, and equine and animal-assisted learning into one intentional environment.

Here, children experience the wonder of creation while learning responsibility, perseverance, and care for others. Faith is not an add-on; it is the foundation.

Our heart is to partner with families in raising children who are grounded in truth, rooted in character, and equipped to thrive in the world with courage, and confidence.