The curriculum at Redbud Farm and Christian School focuses on the following principles:

• Positive student/teacher interactions

• Alternating indoor and outdoor learning to improve student focus and concentration

• Individualized instruction in math, science, and language

• Environmental studies including care of campus gardens and animals

• Social and emotional intelligence such as developing problem solving skills, self-regulation, and independence skills

• Enrichment activities such as weekly chapel, culinary classes, fine arts classes, and music theory

• Student-centered learning environment that allows the student to gain ownership of their learning, while working collaboratively through project-based lessons

To increase classroom focus, students receive alternating indoor and outdoor learning times throughout the day.  Weather permitting, many lessons are taught entirely in one of our outdoor classroom areas.  Studies have shown that outdoor learning and physical activity, alongside student-centered learning approaches, result in heightened academic achievement and deeper analytical thought processes.

Teachers develop weekly lesson plans to meet both individual and group learning goals for each topic.  Weekly lesson plans integrate guidelines from the Oklahoma Academic Standards (OAS) which can be found on the Oklahoma State Department of Education website.

For more information about our individual curriculum programs, please click on the “Download Curriculum Flier”

Pre-K Program Ages 3-5 years

Our unique curriculum focuses on HANDS-ON LEANRING in each developmental area.  Classes are held in both indoor and outdoor classroom settings and students are immersed in nature-based learning challenges that help to encourage independence skills and PROBLEM-SOLVING skills through the curriculum.  All curriculum and activities meet the Oklahoma Academic Standards for learning.

Our indoor classrooms are specifically designed with neutral colors and nature-inspired furnishings and décor.  This creates an environment that reduces over-stimulation for young students and allows them to focus on hands-on learning opportunities.

Our outdoor classrooms provide an opportunity for STEM learning, gardening, science observation, nature exploration, and so much more!  We find that when students have more opportunities for outdoor learning and being in the fresh air, they have better focus, less behavior problems, and they are healthier, happier kids!

Primary Program Grades K-6th

Our Elementary classrooms, located at our Penn Campus, are set up to be calm and relaxing spaces so that students feel safe, secure, and comfortable, just like home!  The environment helps to foster growth of confident and socially developed students.  Classes meet Monday through Friday from 8:45 am to 3:45 pm.

Our curriculum provides a student-focused education program with a high emphasis on hands-on, project-based learning activities, environmental education, problem-solving, and independence skills in addition to the traditional core subjects.  Our small class sizes allow teachers to build meaningful relationships with their students and prepare activities that are tailored to the student’s interests.

We believe that there is more than one way to solve a problem.  As a result, group work and collaboration are a key component of our classroom learning style.  Through working with others, students develop communication and problem-solving skills as they are exposed to new ideas and ways of thinking.

Benefits of Farm School Learning

​The curriculum at Redbud Farm & Christian School is like no other in the Moore and South Oklahoma City area. While working in our indoor and outdoor classrooms, students are engaged in projects and activities that meet stringent learning standards as well as:

Improved confidence, self-esteem, concentration, communication, and problem-solving skills

Improved motor skills including both large and fine motor

Appreciation for the environment and knowledge of where our food comes from

Knowledge of community resources and the environment

Safe risk-taking opportunities

Increased creativity

Improved self-regulation and independence skills

Improved learning and cognitive function including patience and concentration

Comfortable home-like environment

Enhanced teamwork and communication abilities

Develops leadership skills