A Working Farm and Learning Environment.
Poppies Farm is the Berkshire-based satellite centre of Friends of Frampton Farm, located in Wokingham. With its strong farming heritage and commitment to education, Poppies Farm provides learners with the opportunity to develop practical skills, gain recognised qualifications and build confidence through hands-on learning in a real farm environment.
Our Educational Approach.
At Poppies Farm, we believe that every learner should have access to education that is meaningful, accessible and tailored to their individual needs. We provide a supportive learning environment where learners are encouraged to grow in confidence, develop independence and achieve their personal goals.
We focus on:
Building confidence and self-esteem
Developing practical and employability skills
Encouraging independence and responsibility
Supporting personal and social development
Providing recognised vocational qualifications
Creating positive pathways into further education, training and employment
Our experienced team works closely with learners to ensure they feel supported, valued and motivated throughout their learning journey.
As a working farm, Poppies Farm offers learners the opportunity to gain practical experience in a genuine rural setting. Learning is brought to life through hands-on activities that help learners develop both vocational and personal skills.
Activities may include:
Animal care and welfare
Feeding and daily husbandry routines
Health and safety practices
Land-based and environmental activities
Farm maintenance tasks
Vocational project work
These experiences help learners develop practical skills while building confidence, resilience and a strong work ethic.
Poppies Farm delivers a range of accredited and non-accredited learning opportunities in partnership with Friends of Frampton Farm, ensuring learners can access high-quality education and recognised qualifications within their local area.
Programmes include:
Animal Care qualifications
Skills for Working Life programmes
Land-Based Studies
Alternative Provision programmes
Home Education programmes
Our courses are designed to support progression into further education, supported internships, employment and greater independence.
Poppies Farm is proud to provide a friendly, inclusive and nurturing learning environment where learners are encouraged to develop at their own pace.
We understand that many learners thrive in practical settings and benefit from learning through experience. By combining structured education with meaningful farm-based activities, we help learners build confidence, develop new skills and achieve success in a way that works for them.
Poppies Farm offers learners access to a unique educational setting where learning takes place within the day-to-day environment of a working farm.
Learners benefit from:
Access to a variety of farm animals
Practical animal care facilities
Outdoor learning areas
Dedicated teaching and learning spaces
Online learning support
Small group learning opportunities
A safe and supportive environment
Poppies Farm works in partnership with Friends of Frampton Farm to deliver high-quality farm-based education and vocational learning opportunities across Berkshire. Together, we share a commitment to inclusive education, learner wellbeing and providing meaningful pathways for young people and adults to achieve their potential.
Looking to Learn More?
Whether you are a prospective learner, parent, carer, school, local authority or referral partner, we welcome enquiries and visits to Poppies Farm. We would be delighted to show you around, discuss our programmes and help you explore how Poppies Farm can support your educational journey.
Contact us: joanna@poppiesfarm.com