The Barnyard Daycare & Learning Center

The Barnyard has been a wonderful experience for us. The staff is friendly, caring, and always happy to help. We appreciate that meals and snacks are provided, and that there is always a variety of food options. We are also grateful that swim class is offered. We have always found the teachers to be fun, playful, and engaging with the kids. Our child has always felt safe and comfortable at the Barnyard, and is excited to go to class every day. We have had a very positive experience so far.

We have been sending our children to Barnyard (original Millbrook location) since they opened in 2019, and could not have hoped for a better daycare and preschool experience! Our girls have loved their teachers every year, the staff is caring and kind, the extracurriculars and swim lessons they offer are great, they enjoy the wide variety and yummy food on the breakfast and lunch menu, and the date nights they offer are an added bonus. Our kids learned so much and were more than ready for Kindergarten when the time came. I recommend Barnyard to anyone looking for quality care and early education!

Barnyard has been an incredible experience for our family, and we can’t say enough good things about the team there. Our 3 ½-year-old has thrived since starting here, and we’ve seen so much growth and development. The staff is amazing— warm, attentive, and passionate about what they do. They listen and take the time to understand our kiddo’s needs and provide a perfect environment for learning and play. It’s clear how much they care about the kids, and it gives us so much peace of mind knowing our child is in such good hands. From creative activities to supportive and welcoming atmosphere, Barnyard has exceeded our expectations.

Without a doubt, the Barnyard is the one of the top (if not the top) choice for childcare in Boise. Our two children have been their since they were babies (now two and four). The Barnyard excels in a number of areas: - Consistency, care, and training of staff- multiple staff members have told me that after working in other daycares, they STAY at the Barnyard because of the culture, pay/benefits, and administrative support. This translates into better care, better retention and more consistency for children. - Curriculum & extra activities- our kids are TIRED when they come home from Barnyard. The curriculum is strong and incorporates other languages, yoga, swimming lessons, buggy bike rides, and numerous other activities. - Facilities and cleanliness- As a newer facility, the building is perfectly laid out / organized and built just for daycare needs. Care and thought is put into every toy that is purchased and every chair that goes in a classroom. It is clean, bright and secure. - Communication- the app that is used is exceptional and helps with transparency and knowing how your child's day is going. Did I mention they provide breakfast, lunch and snacks!? We know families who drive 30+ minutes one way to stay at the Barnyard. I know why. We are so grateful to have found this wonderful place and people who care so much about our children!

The Barnyard was a home away from home for both of my kids. There's a very user friendly app where you can see pictures and the activities of your kids throughout the day. I also like that they make an effort to make a community by doing things like hosting a truck or treat and a Mothers Day Brunch. The teachers and management take the time to get to know each family. I appreciate that they provide lunch (healthy!). When my first daughter graduated from Barnyard and went to Kindergarten, I was 1000% sure she was ready and would excel!