🌾 Agricultural Classes at Smith Acres Farm School
September thru April Classes
Welcome to Smith Acres Farm School, where education grows from the ground up. Nestled in beautiful Southwest Florida, our yearlong Agricultural Science program offers a rich, immersive learning experience for children ages 5–14, blending nature-based exploration with hands-on farm education.
Rooted in the timeless principles of Charlotte Mason education, our classes encourage child-led learning through observation, discovery, narration, and meaningful work. With a low 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio, we nurture each child’s natural curiosity while providing individualized attention in a safe, supportive environment.
🌻 What Makes Our Program Unique?
- Real Farm Life, Real Science: Kids learn alongside cows, chickens, goats, pigs, sheep, and horses—understanding life cycles, habitats, animal care, nutrition, and more through weekly interactive lessons.
- Charlotte Mason Inspired: Emphasizing outdoor learning, living books, journaling, nature walks, and habit training, we embrace a gentle but rich educational approach that respects the dignity of the child and the wonder of creation.
- Project-Based Learning: Every week includes experiments, nature studies, group challenges, and farm chores that build practical skills and confidence.
- Family Connection: Once a month, families are invited to join “Family Day,” where students share what they’ve learned, lead hands-on activities, and celebrate their growth together.
- Teacher-Guided, Child-Led: Lessons are flexible, allowing students to explore, question, and lead their learning under the careful guidance of passionate farm educators.
- PEP Approved / Step Up Direct Pay: We proudly accept Step Up for Students Direct Pay and offer optional PEP Assessments.
🐓 Program Details:
- Schedule: Thursdays, September–April
- Time: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Location: Smith Acres Homestead, Fort Myers, FL
- Cost: $335/month | Drop-off or Stay
- Ages: 5–14
- Class Size: 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio
- PEP Assessment Dates: April 10 & 14
- No School Dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, and Spring Break
From pig dissections and cheese-making to bee pollination and soil science, each week invites children into the rhythms of homesteading and the joy of agricultural discovery.
*CLASSES ARE CURRENTLY FULL FOR THE 2025/2026 SCHOOL YEAR*
We do have a waitlist though! ⬇️
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At Smith Acres, our vision is to provide a place where love for the land, people and animals can thrive. We believe that our home can be a catalyst for positive change and we are committed to making a difference in our community.
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