A Schoolhouse that Grows in Faith and Gets Back to the Basics of Learning
Rolling Acres Academy is a one-room schoolhouse where faith, freedom, and foundational learning create a childhood rooted in purpose.
A Schoolhouse Experience Like No Other. We’re Building More Than Students.
We don’t just teach lessons; we shape hearts. At Rolling Acres, every subject is taught through the lens of faith and wonder. Whether tending a garden or practicing phonics, our students learn responsibility, reverence, and resilience. Here, school is not just preparation for life — it’s a Christ-centered life in motion.
Meet the Founders
April Whitworth
Fueled by a calling to return to the roots of true, meaningful education, April envisioned a Christ-centered schoolhouse where children could grow in wisdom and wonder—grounded in biblical truth and the rhythms of rural life.
With years of homeschooling experience and a deep love for teaching, April believes learning should be hands-on, joyful, and centered around each child’s God-given purpose. Her commitment to faith, family, and farm-style living led her to co-found Rolling Acres Academy as a response to today’s overwhelming and disconnected educational systems.
For April, this isn’t just a school—it’s a mission. One to raise up the next generation of thinkers, doers, and disciples through timeless values, strong academics, and real-life skills.
Amber Kenney
With a deep desire to give her son a childhood rooted in nature, responsibility, and a vibrant faith in Jesus, Amber set out on a journey that would change everything. After discovering the Red Barn Farm One-Room School on Instagram, she was instantly drawn to its warmth, simplicity, and Christ-centered approach to learning. Captivated by the beauty and freedom she saw, Amber drove from Tennessee to Virginia to witness it firsthand.
That trip didn’t just inspire her—it ignited a mission.
Amber returned home not just with a dream, but with a calling: to build a place where children could thrive outdoors, care for animals, and learn through wonder-filled, hands-on experiences—all grounded in biblical truth. Her passion for nurturing young hearts and minds through faith, exploration, and real-life learning now lives on through Rolling Acres Academy.
For Amber, this school is more than a project—it’s a promise to raise up children in the way they should go, rooted in truth, wonder, and purpose.
Robert Whitworth
Bob – Entrepreneur, Teacher, Coach
Bob is the owner of T&S Skating Place, a community hub that has served the area for over 50 years. He has taught in the classroom for 12 years and is excited to bring that experience to Rolling Acres Academy, where he will serve as a teacher.
He looks forward to working with the kids—putting God first and learning together through hands-on, active experiences on the farm. They will grow in faith, knowledge, and character every step of the way.
Give Your Child More Than Just an Education
Choose a School That Nurtures Faith, Character, and Purpose
Give your child more than just academics—immerse them in an environment where biblical truth shapes their thinking, farm life grounds their work ethic, and love for learning is sparked daily.
Shaping Hearts, Minds, and Hands. A Schoolhouse Experience Like No Other
At Rolling Acres Schoolhouse, we blend timeless truth with hands-on learning to give children a truly transformative education. Rooted in faith and the rhythms of nature, our curriculum builds strong minds and strong hearts.
Faith-Based Academics
Our curriculum is built on the foundation of biblical truth. Students master the core subjects—reading, writing, and arithmetic—while developing character, discernment, and a deep love for God’s Word.
Hands-On Farm Learning
From gardening to caring for animals, our students engage in daily farm-based activities that teach responsibility, perseverance, and practical skills rooted in real-life experience.
Whole-Child Development
We nurture each child’s heart, mind, and spirit. Through small-group learning, outdoor play, and social-emotional guidance, children grow in confidence, empathy, and self-discipline.
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Give Your Child a Foundation That Lasts a Lifetime
At Rolling Acres Academy, we believe in planting seeds of faith, knowledge, and character. Enrollment is open for families seeking an education rooted in Christian values and the simplicity of back-to-basics, hands-on learning.
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What makes Rolling Acres Academy different from traditional schools?
At Rolling Acres Academy, we’ve returned to the roots of education—where faith, character, and hands-on learning matter just as much as academics. Our one-room schoolhouse model nurtures the whole child: spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually.
Is this school only for Christian families?
While we are proudly Christ-centered and teach from a biblical worldview, we welcome families who value a wholesome, back-to-basics education. If you're seeking a nurturing environment and strong moral foundation, you’ll feel at home here.
How many students are in a class?
We keep our class sizes small and personal, allowing us to meet each child where they are and provide individualized instruction in both academics and life skills.
What is a typical day like at Rolling Acres Academy?
Our days are a beautiful blend of structured academics and farm-centered learning. Children may start with a morning devotional, move into focused lessons in reading and math, then head outdoors to care for animals, tend the garden, or explore God’s creation.