🎉 Help Us Be Voted Best Childcare… Again! 🏆

We’re beyond excited to share that nominations are now open for Nashville Parent Magazine’s “Best of Parenting” Awards—and we’re aiming to be voted Best Childcare for the 17th year in a row! 💛🎈

At The Academy of Berkshire, we are so proud of the loving, enriching, and safe environment we create each and every day for our amazing children. From nurturing classrooms and creative learning experiences to our passionate teachers and strong family partnerships—everything we do is driven by our dedication to your child’s growth and happiness.

If you believe in what we do and love being a part of our AoB family, we would be so honored to have your vote! 💬✨

🗳️ How to Nominate Us:
Visit Nashville Parent’s Nomination Page
➡️ Select the “Best Childcare” category
➡️ Heart The Academy
➡️ Submit your nomination and share with family and friends!

Every vote helps us shine a little brighter—and helps other families find the same trusted care and joyful learning that you've come to love.

Thank you for your continued support, your trust, and for being part of our AoB community. Let’s make it 17 years strong! 🎉

Why Splash Day Matters!

 

AoB SPLASH DAYS ARE HERE!

 Water play offers a wide range of developmental, sensory, and social benefits for children. Here are some of the key benefits of why we do what we do:

1. Physical Development

• Fine motor skills: Pouring, squeezing, stirring, and using tools like cups or sponges strengthen hand and finger muscles.

• Gross motor skills: Activities like splashing, lifting water containers, and running through sprinklers improve coordination and muscle strength.

2. Cognitive Development

• Problem-solving: Children learn cause and effect (e.g., “If I pour this, it overflows”) and explore concepts like volume, flow, and measurement.

• Scientific thinking: Water play introduces early science concepts such as sinking/floating, temperature, and states of matter.

• Math skills: Measuring, comparing volumes, and counting objects during water play help develop early math understanding.

3. Sensory Exploration

• Water play provides rich tactile experiences, especially when combined with other materials like sand, ice, or bubbles.

• It can have a calming and regulating effect for children, especially those with sensory processing needs.

4. Language and Communication

• Water play often encourages storytelling, descriptive language (“It’s slippery!” “The water is cold”), and new vocabulary related to actions and sensations.

• Cooperative play fosters conversation and social negotiation.

5. Social and Emotional Development

• Encourages cooperation and sharing when children play together.

• Provides opportunities for creative expression, imagination, and pretend play.

• Helps children build confidence and independence as they make choices and explore freely.

6. Creativity and Imagination

• Water play often involves open-ended exploration, where there’s no “right” way to play, supporting creative thinking.

• Children invent scenarios, stories, or experiments, boosting imaginative play.

7. Emotional Regulation

• The soothing nature of water can reduce stress and help children self-regulate their emotions.

• It offers a safe space for children to express feelings through play.

Summary:

Water play is not just fun—it’s a holistic developmental activity that supports a child’s growth across physical, cognitive, emotional, and social domains. Whether it’s a backyard sprinkler, a water table, or simply a sink with cups and toys, water play is a valuable part of early childhood development

AoB Construction Update!

Exciting news! Our beautiful new school is nearing completion!

We can't wait to welcome our registered children by Summer 2025!

If you are interested in program information and would like to schedule a tour at one of our nearby sister schools, please call (615)-728-3460 to arrange a visit.

Fitness Fanatics at the Academy!!!

 

Introducing Fitness Fanatics at the Academy!!!
 
We are starting the year strong encouraging children to lead a healthy lifestyle!
Throughout the month of January we have a variety of fun activities that help teach our students to have good habits that are fundemantal to have a healthy and strong body. From moving our bodies to enjoying healthy snacks and meals that benefit us. While doing so, we are also practicing mindfulness, breathing techniques, and helping them encourage one another to continue making good choices.

 
Call to schedule your tour today and learn more about our amazing program!!!

 

Academy of Berkshire is Coming Soon!

 Construction continues in the Blackman community in Murfreesboro. We are thrilled to be welcoming our families early 2025!