Our Story
Tykes Academy began with a simple belief: children deserve more than just a safe place to spend their day—they deserve a warm, nurturing environment where they can learn, grow, and feel truly at home.
In our early days as Kinder Tykes, we offered certified in-home care to a small group of families in Hebron, KY. The children played, explored, and learned in a cozy home setting where relationships came first. Over time, our community grew, and so did our vision. Families wanted the same trusted care but with expanded opportunities for socialization, learning, and enrichment.
That’s when we made the leap to become Tykes Academy, a Type II licensed childcare center. This transition allowed us to serve more families while maintaining the personal connection and warmth that made us special from the start.
Today, we blend the comfort of our in-home roots with the professionalism and structure of a licensed early learning program. Our Creative Curriculum® ensures children learn through play—not rote memorization—building skills in problem-solving, social-emotional regulation, and communication. We also provide diapers, wipes, healthy meals, and Kendamill® infant formula at no cost to families, removing barriers so children can thrive.
At Tykes Academy, we’re not just preparing children for kindergarten—we’re helping them develop the resilience, empathy, and confidence to flourish in every stage of life.
From Our Home to Their Future
Our Mission
To provide high-quality, play-based early learning in a safe, nurturing environment that blends the warmth of home with the standards of a licensed Type II childcare center—helping children develop the social-emotional skills and self-regulation they need to thrive in school and life
Our Vision
To see all children equipped with the self-regulation skills to flourish in every stage of life.
B.R.A.V.E. K.I.D.S. Attend Tykes Academy
Boundaries — Understanding, respecting, and setting healthy limits
Resilience — Bouncing back and trying again after challenges
Awareness — Recognizing and managing feelings in ourselves and others
Voice — Communicating needs and ideas respectfully
Empathy — Practicing kindness and understanding toward others
Knowledge — Learning social skills for real-world situations
Interaction — Navigating group play and social dynamics
Dispute Resolution — Solving conflicts peacefully
Self-Regulation — Calming our bodies and minds to make good choices
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Weekend Hours!
We now offer weekend care 730A - 530P
Diapers, Wipes, Kendamill® Formula, and Healthy Meals and Snacks included