Pony Pals Preschool

Morning Meet-Ups

Learning comes to life at the farm!

Join us weekly on Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:30am, this fall for outdoor experiential learning with Pony Pals Preschool Morning Meet-Ups!

Geared toward ages 3-5, each 2 hour session will include a story time, themed learning activities, hands-on time with our rescue horses and donkeys, and free-play fun! Programs are led by a VA-state licensed educator and specifically designed as enriching experiences that help students meet developmental milestones.

Attend as drop-in for $30/session or sign up for all 10 sessions and get $50 off (use code PRESCHOOLPACK)! Sibling discounts also available. Email us at info@equineconnectioncenter.com to learn more!

Meet-Up Dates and Themes:

  • September 11: If I Were A Horse

  • September 18: Little Farmers, Big Helpers

  • September 25: Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall

  • October 2: Letters on the Farm

  • *Monday, October 13: Equine Explorers

  • October 16: I Spy…Colors, Shapes, and Patterns

  • October 23: Farm Field Day

  • October 30: Horsey Halloween

  • November 6: Ponies Love Pumpkins

  • November 13: Thankful for YOU

*Due to scheduling conflicts, we will not meet Thursday, 10/10 but rather MONDAY, 10/13 (Columbus Day) instead!

Weather Make-Up Date, if applicable, will be November 20. Other make-up dates will be added as needed.

FAQs

What should I bring with me?

All participants (children and parent) must weather appropriate clothing and closed toed shoes (clothing and shoes that are okay to get dirty, as we are a working horse farm). Boots are highly recommended! Also, each participant should bring a water bottle and a snack from home (no nut products, please).

Will there be riding?

Equine Connection Center is an educational equine sanctuary offering equine assisted learning. All activities with horses are done on the ground, unmounted (this is not a riding activity).

Does a parent need to stay?

A parent or other caregiver will need to stay at the farm with their child, please. Preschool meet-ups are not designed to be a drop-off activity at this time.

What is the cancellation policy?

Fees are due upon registration and are non-refundable. Any payments made can be transferred to other activities or experiences should you need to cancel your registration with at least 24 hours’ notice. Fees for any no-shows are considered a contribution toward are animals’ care.

What if it rains?

We may proceed despite rain if conditions are safe (such as a chance of light showers). In the event that thunderstorms or other inclement weather is likely, ECC will reschedule to a “rain date”. These rain dates are subject to change but are tentatively planned for the end of our session schedule (11/3 and 11/20). If a participant is unable to attend a rescheduled date, their fees will be credited for use toward an EAL session to be scheduled at their convenience by 12/31/2025.

Have more questions?

Email us at info@equineconnectioncenter.com

Register Now!

Preschool groups will be capped at 10-15 participants. Reserve your child’s spot today!

Scroll down to Special Events and select Pony Pals Preschool Mornings! To book multiple, select your date on the calendar then “Select and Add Another Time”.