Make this summer a farm-tastic adventure! Experience nature and meet some of the friendliest farm animals around! Our educational programs are designed to spark joy and curiosity!
Abbotts Hill Farm & Rescue in Newtown offers a wide range of classes and programs all summer long perfect for children 18 months through 11 years in age. Through animal interactive learning, children practice responsibilities, develop empathy, make new friends, and have fun! Daily classes are offered as well as week-long camp sessions. See details below to find the right program for your child.
SUMMER CAMP & NO SCHOOL POP-UP FARM DAYS 2026
Your child will have a unique, fun-filled outdoor camp experience with educational opportunities that include connecting with nature, learning about respectful animal interactions, animal and nature themed arts & crafts, games, mindfulness, yoga and more.
Location: 5 Abbotts Hill Road, Newtown
Ages: 4.5-11
Dates: Farm Camp runs Monday-Friday. 9am-12pm
Camp Weeks: June 22, July 6, July 27 or August 3.
Drop-in days: Available weekly
Cost: $275/week. $60/day
NO SCHOOL / POP-UP FARM DAYS:
Dates: April 13 and September 21
Time: 9am-12pm
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PARENT/CHILD CLASSES
Little Farmers & Me Classes provide an opportunity for you and your little one to attend class together and bond with the animals at Abbotts Hill Farm and Rescue! Each child-led, pressure-free class includes gentle animal interactions, sensory and hands-on farm play, open-ended exploration and social time with other little farmers. Classes wrap up with a rotating group activity -- music, stories, scavenger hunts, or kid-friendly yoga.
- Location: 5 Abbotts Hill Road, Newtown
- Dates: Runs Select Saturdays & Weekdays June-August
- Time: 10AM-11:15AM
- Ages: For 18 months - 4 years plus a caregiver (Outside this age range? Let's chat!)
- Cost: $20 per class
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Nurture with Nature was founded by Naomi DaPaz Ribeiro, a licensed clinical social worker, whose passion lies in helping animals in need and in working with children and adolescents with varying abilities and goal sets. Naomi works as a school social worker in the Milford Public Schools. She has been working with children and their families for over 25 years and has been helping animals in need since she was a child. Naomi looks forward to working with you and your family in helping achieve your child’s personal goals and interests. More info at https://www.abbottshillfarm.com
