I cannot say enough good things about Canterbury Creek Farm School. Our family is still new-ish to Grand Rapids — we moved here two years ago from Chicago — and Farm School quickly became like a second family to our 3.5yo son. Born a COVID baby, he has always loved to play independently, but struggled in group situations. The staff and owners are incredibly compassionate and caring — encouraging our son to play with others, but at his own pace. He has completely come out of his shell over this school year. It has been a joy to see the daily updates on the Brightwheel app (which teachers update during the school day), so that even when I am at work, I can relish in the absolute joy of a time our son is having at school. Time spent outdoors and with the animals is not only great for our high energy boy to blow off steam, but teaches so many life skills (outside of a classroom) that are so necessary to early childhood development. Their approach to early childhood education is incredible — keeps all the content fun for kids, but with incredible impact. To compare his self-portrait and handwritten name from the beginning to the end of the year is insane! His end of year book brought me to tears — and made me feel even more blessed to be a part of the Canterbury Creek family. In fact, this morning on our way to drop off, he told me he was so sad that school was over and that he would miss it over the summer. Good thing we will be back for Summer Camp and next school year. I cannot wait to sign up my 2.5yo daughter next!

So thrilled my son can attend Canterbury Creek Farm School. He has his entire life to be in pretty similar, standard classroom settings. Its so nice to have something unique and fun to have him experience his fist few years of school in. Very caring and attentive teachers. Love it. My younger daughter will be attending as well.

We love Canterbury Creek! All the teachers are very caring! Where else do you kids get to ride a horse at school. Our daughter is learning so much and will be well prepared to start Kindergarten. Also one of the only schools left that has a Young 5’s program in the area. Nothing but good things to say about his place!

Our son went here for 2 years. We LOVED it. The curriculum was great, the teachers are stellar–they really care about the kids and enjoy what they do. And we also loved the focus on being outdoors and working with animals. The kids start each day off in the playground, and then do large group activities outdoors in the woods. They got to raise chicks, ride horses, care for the goats etc. Such a great and unique experience!