Welcome to the Farm!

   Ballentine Farm is a family-owned and operated educational facility located in beautiful Waterford, Virginia. Run by three generations of farmers and two generations of Virginia certified teachers, we are able to facilitate hands-on guided discovery amongst living laboratories of gardens, fields, orchards, and barns, our pond and two educational centers. Ballentine Farm prides itself on preserving the lifestyle of a small, working farm. Our humble twelve acres allow us to offer individualized attention and meaningful learning experiences to visitors of all ages. 

Join us, and see what you might discover!

Programs Offered at the Farm: 

- Educational Field Trips

- Preschool Program

-Primary School Grades K-3

- After School Care

- Summer Camp

Ballentine Farm Preschool:
Now Enrolling for 2020 - 2021

  The preschool program at Ballentine Farm Education Center will introduce children to learning in a unique farm environment. Our preschoolers spend at least one hour every day outside exploring nature, caring for animals, tending gardens, and more. At Ballentine Farm Education Center, we pride ourselves on building learning communities with children of mixed ages, and our preschool is no exception. Children ages 3-5 are welcome to join our class.

Our preschool is open to children ages 3-5 years and
runs from 9am to 12pm Monday through Friday.

Three-year-olds have a 3 day/week option, and
four- and five-year-olds have a 5 day/week option.

 Before and After Care Available! 

For more information, contact Debbie Ballentine:
Phone: (703) 216 9727 or Email: debbie@ballentinefarm.com