Barnyard Buddies Coming This Fall at Willow Oak Farms!!!!

Our Philosophy

Our Barnyard Buddies preschool classes are an extension of Willow Oak Farms' mission to provide hands-on learning experiences for children and families in a farm setting. 

About Barnyard Buddies

Our Barnyard Buddies preschool classes are nature-based, allowing each child to lead through curiosity and play, while using the environment around them as a natural learning enhancer. Outdoor play develops creativity, confidence, and realistic risk evaluation while allowing for complete sensory immersion and physical development for your child. 

Our classes take place outside on our farm daily, no matter the weather! This allows for a first­hand experience of the changing seasons and shifting weather throughout the year. We will experience all types of weather, sun, rain, and maybe even snow! Our hands-on farm experiences allow for your child to develop self-confidence, independence, and a deeper connection to the natural world around them. 

Preschool/Parent Farm Mornings 

Children ages 1-5 years old and their parent/guardian will spend an hour in the morning exploring the wonders of the farm! Each week brings a new and exciting experience for your little one, from learning to care for and handle farm animals, collecting eggs, or creating farm ­themed crafts, there will always be something new for your child to see and learn about the farm! 

Please Note!

• These classes are parent involved, interactive classes with farm-themed topics and activities each week 
• A parent or guardian must attend with the child 
• Each session is an hour long, once per week, and last for 6 weeks

Class Information

Fall Session I

Barnyard Buddies Weekly Classes are held on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday mornings for six (6) weeks

Several classes offered each week to choose from:

• Every Wednesday beginning September 7, 2022 to October 12, 2022
• Every Thursday beginning September 8, 2022 to October 13, 2022
• Every Friday beginning September 9, 2022 to October 14, 2022
• Every Saturday beginning September 10, 2022 to October 15,2022

The time slots for Barnyard Buddies are: 

• 9:00am - 10:00am (Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday)
• 10:30am -11:30am (Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday)
• 10:00am - 11:00am (Saturday)

Dates for Fall Session II 

Barnyard Buddies Weekly Classes are held on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday mornings for six (6) weeks 

Several classes offered each week to choose from:

• Every Wednesday beginning October 19, 2022 to November 30, 2022
• Every Thursday beginning October 20, 2022 to December 1, 2022
• Every Friday beginning October 21, 2022  to December 2, 2022
• Every Saturday beginning October 22, 2022 to December 3, 2022

                  ***The week of Thanksgiving, there will be no classes***

The time slots for Barnyard Buddies are: 

• 9:00am - 10:00am (Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday)
• 10:30am - 11:30am (Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday)
• 10:00am - 11:00am (Saturday)

Cost 

6 Week Sessions, Once per Week

• $150 for 6 classes  (1 adult and 1 child)  -- $25 per class
• Additional Siblings (1-5 years old) are $95.00 each

Class Size

Barnyard Buddies class sizes are limited to 10 students. We strive to keep class sizes small, to ensure a quality experience for all children!

Want to join in but missed a couple of classes in a session?  You can still join in at a pro-rated rate for the remaining classes in a session, if space is available!  Click the link below to see if you can join in on the fun here on the FARM! 

Ready to Register for a Session of Barnyard Buddies? Click the link below!