Family Partnership

Home & School, Together

You know your child best, and the best outcomes happen when home and school work as one team. Here's how we keep you close to your child's day and part of every decision that matters.

staying connected

Your Child's Day, Delivered

Working parents miss enough already, so we make sure the school day isn't a mystery. Daily reports follow your child from meals and naps to activities and moods, and the moments worth smiling about come along with them. By pickup, you're not asking “how was your day?” cold, you already have the outline, and your child's teacher can fill in the color.

We're Listening

Questions & Feedback are Welcome Here

Maybe it's a feeding question, a worry about biting, or just a feeling that something's off this week. Start with your child's teacher, they know your child best day to day, and your school's director is glad to talk whenever you want to go deeper. Concerns raised early are concerns solved early, and no question about your own child is ever too small.

One Team

What Partnership Looks Like

The Everyday Loop

Tell us how the night went; we’ll tell you how the day is going. Small exchanges at drop-off and pickup keep both sides of your child’s world in sync, and children feel the difference when the grown-ups are on the same page.

In It Together

Potty training, moving up a classroom, a new sibling at home, whatever your family is navigating, transitions go smoother when school and home use the same approach. Tell your child’s teacher what’s happening, and we’ll work through it together.

Celebrating Every Win

First steps at school, a breakthrough at the lunch table, a kind moment on the playground, when something wonderful happens, you’ll hear about it, and we love hearing your wins from home too. Children thrive when both their worlds are cheering.

An Open Door

Questions, feedback, or plain curiosity about your child’s day, bring them all. You’ll get real answers from the people who know your child best, and asking is always welcome here.

In Your Pocket

Your Window Into the Day

Our schools use the Procare Engage app to bring your child’s day to your phone. Daily reports and photos arrive as the day unfolds, meals, naps, activities, and diaper changes for the littlest ones, so a quick glance between meetings shows you a smiling face and tells you everything is okay. It’s also how the everyday logistics stay easy: updates from your school land in one place instead of a crumpled note in a backpack, and you have a direct line to your child’s school whenever you need it. Download it at enrollment, and by the end of the first week you’ll wonder how parents ever managed without it.

How to Choose a School

Choosing care is a big decision. Here's how families usually find their fit.

Identify What Matters Most

Start with your family's needs: location, hours, ages, and the feel you want when you walk in the door. Knowing your priorities makes every other step easier.

Learn about the School

Explore programs, meet the director, and ask your questions, from daily routines to how teachers communicate. Good schools love the questions; they mean you care.

Come See It for Yourself

Nothing beats a visit. Schedule a tour, watch the classrooms in action, and trust what you see and feel. That gut feeling at drop-off matters.

Why Our Families Trust Us

"I chose this school because my nieces and nephews went to it before and they liked it. I have had my son enrolled here since 5 months old. It’s great school but it could use some improvement with updating the building especially the air conditioning. I love the pro care app I like that I can get notified about my child’s well being. I have really noticed the improvement it makes with my child being independent and learning life skills/ motor skills and being more outgoing. The teacher that my son has had so far been good. I love his teacher speak Spanish to him since we do speak Spanish only to him. Makes him feel comfortable. His toddler A class teachers are amazing and I’m grateful they are patient with him especially with his behavior he’s having. Thank you!"

"I chose Barnyard Academy because I wanted an environment that would truly support my daughter’s educational growth and development, and they exceeded my expectations. The teachers were incredibly hands-on, caring, and dedicated to preparing her for kindergarten—not only academically, but with the confidence she needed to succeed. She has now been in kindergarten for six weeks and is absolutely loving it and excelling in every area. I truly credit so much of that strong foundation to the hard work and dedication of the teachers and staff at Barnyard Academy. They go above and beyond for every child, and I am incredibly grateful for the wonderful experience my daughter had there." A very special thank you to Mrs. Jada and Chelsey! ❤️ They are incredibly caring, patient, and loving with my daughter, and you can truly see how much they care about the children. My little one feels comfortable and happy with them, which means everything to us. We are so grateful to have found Lakestone Academy and truly appreciate all the love and attention they give our daughter. I would highly recommend them to any parent looking for a caring and trustworthy daycare! ❤️"

"We chose this school because it was recommend by many and our close friends and family who have now schools age children. When enrolling, the process was extremely expensive despite the other childcare rates in the community. We were told we would get a deposit back and we never received one even after putting in a 2 week notice out our child’s termination. Our child started at 6months and stayed until she was 18months. She was sent home 1-2 per week every week for numerous reasons. She was even sent home one day at 9:35, when we arrived home, she did not have a fever that they said she did. I let the school know and they still would not let her return the next school day. The teachers were rude and inconsistent. We never had the same teacher. My child never had a stable routine which was crucial for early childhood development. When dropping off my child a teacher, Lindsey Lanier, told another teacher that they were short staffed so they would have to figure out which children needed to go home. She was unaware that I overheard her and my child was one of the 3 children sent home that day for “vommiting.” When trying to go to upper management about situations, they always defended their staff stating they would never do things like or act the way they did. My child came home with more bite marks, strath marks, and bruises than she has ever gotten while playing with others at her new daycare. All in all, I highly DO NOT recommend barnyard to any parent who truly cares about the well being of their children. It was the worst experience we have ever had."

"When we moved here and started our daycare hunt for our infant, we visited a few daycares before finding Barnyard Academy. The warm, welcoming energy and genuine care from the staff was the first thing I noticed when we walked into the building. When I asked about the weekly expense, I originally thought to myself, ""Okay, that's pretty equivalent to the other daycares."" Towards the end of the tour, I brought up the tuition amount again and she corrected me when I stated the incorrect amount---I heard 50 when she had really said 15. That pleasant correction surprised me and really did pushed our decision to enroll our son into Barnyard. Our son is now almost 2 years old and he has learned a lot. The curriculum-based classrooms was one of the essential boxes for us in a daycare facility. We're currently potty-training him and Barnyard is assisting in making sure he is learning about the potty there as well. The staff has watched our son grow from an infant to him taking his first steps to him using sign language there and at home. He used to cling onto us and/or cry whenever we dropped him off and would rush to us as soon as he saw us at pick up time. Now, overtime, he doesn't cry or cling to us as much--still happens every now and then--but most times, he's in a good mood. There have been times when we would go pick him up and he doesn't want to leave! They often have little fun events, too! Their fall festival is coming up and it's always a good time for the kids!"

"As a single mom, finding a daycare where I genuinely feel safe and confident leaving my children is incredibly important to me. I have had the most amazing experience with Barnyard Academy – Murfreesboro! Their Director, Sydney, is incredible. As a mom of four herself, she runs a very organized, clean, and well-managed daycare, and her communication is truly top-notch. You can tell how much she cares about the children, families, and staff. I feel completely safe leaving my children in their care every day. My kids absolutely ADORE their friends and teachers, and they are always excited to go to school in the morning—which means everything to me as a mom. I highly recommend Barnyard Academy in Murfreesboro, and especially want to recognize Sydney for the amazing job she does leading the center. Thank you, Barnyard, for providing my children and me with such an incredible experience! ❤️" Our son is now almost 2 years old and he has learned a lot. The curriculum-based classrooms was one of the essential boxes for us in a daycare facility. We're currently potty-training him and Barnyard is assisting in making sure he is learning about the potty there as well. The staff has watched our son grow from an infant to him taking his first steps to him using sign language there and at home. He used to cling onto us and/or cry whenever we dropped him off and would rush to us as soon as he saw us at pick up time. Now, overtime, he doesn't cry or cling to us as much--still happens every now and then--but most times, he's in a good mood. There have been times when we would go pick him up and he doesn't want to leave! They often have little fun events, too! Their fall festival is coming up and it's always a good time for the kids!"

Common Questions

Everything You Need to Know

How do we stay consistent between home and school?

Tell your child's teacher what you're working on, sleep, potty training, behavior, anything, and we'll align our approach with yours. Children thrive when both worlds play by the same rules.

How should I share something hard happening at home?

A move, a new baby, a separation, an illness in the family, children carry what's happening at home into their day, and knowing helps us support them through it. Share as much or as little as you're comfortable with, with the teacher or director, and it will be handled with care and discretion.

My schedule makes drop-off and pickup rushed. How do I stay connected?

That's exactly what the Procare Engage app is for: daily reports and photos come to you during the day, no matter what your calendar looks like. When you want a real conversation, tell your child's teacher and you'll find a time that works, connection doesn't have to happen in the doorway.

My child can't talk yet. How will I know how they're really doing?

Every parent of a baby or toddler knows that ache: hours of their little one's day, and no way to hear about it from them. So we tell the story for them. Daily reports and photos in the Procare Engage app show you how they ate, slept, and played, and their teachers fill in the parts an app can't capture, the almost-crawl, the belly laugh, the new friend at the sensory table. Until your child can tell you about their day, we make sure the story still gets home.

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