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Monday 6am - 6:30pm Tuesday 6am - 6:30pm Wednesday 6am - 6:30pm Thursday 6am - 6:30pm Friday 6am - 6:30pm

Berne Academy

Open Monday-Friday 6AM-6:30PM
Childcare | Before & After School Care | Summer Programs

03/30/2026

🌱✨ New Blog Post Now Live! ✨🌱

Helping children become independent is an important part of growing up—but it works best when it's done with patience, encouragement, and support.

Our newest blog post, "How to Encourage Independence Without Pressure," shares practical tips for helping children build confidence, responsibility, and self-esteem at their own pace.

From offering choices to celebrating effort, this guide helps families support independence in positive, age-appropriate ways.

📘 Read the full blog post on our website

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03/27/2026

🌷 Berne Academy – Spring Break Recap 🌷

Our Spring Break at Berne Academy was full of fun-filled moments and great memories!

From group activities to exciting outings, our students had a wonderful time enjoying their break with friends and staff. 🌟

Thank you to our families for helping make it such a special week!

03/25/2026

🎨✨ Did You Know? – Creative Expression ✨🎶

Art, music, and imaginative play do more than keep children entertained—they play a vital role in brain development and emotional growth.

Through creative activities, children learn to express thoughts and feelings they may not yet have the words for, while building confidence, problem-solving skills, and creativity.

Encouraging creativity at home or in the classroom helps children grow into confident, expressive learners. 🌈

03/23/2026

📚🧠 New Blog Post Now Live! 🧠📚

Every child learns differently—and understanding how your child learns best can make a big difference in their confidence and success.

Our latest blog post, "Understanding Your Child's Learning Style: Supporting How They Learn Best," explores visual, auditory, and hands-on learning styles and shares practical ways parents can support learning at home.

When children feel understood, they thrive.

📘 Read the full blog post on our website

03/20/2026

🌸 Welcome, Spring! 🌸

The first day of spring is here, bringing longer days, warmer weather, and fresh new beginnings! It’s a wonderful time to enjoy nature, embrace growth, and look forward to all the exciting moments the season has in store.

Here’s to sunshine, smiles, and a season full of learning, laughter, and new opportunities. Happy First Day of Spring! 🌷☀️

03/19/2026

Did You Know?

🍎 Healthy Eating Habits

Repeated exposure to new foods increases the likelihood that children will eventually accept them. In fact, it can take multiple tries before a child feels comfortable tasting something new—and that's completely normal.

Encouraging small bites, offering a variety of colorful foods, and modeling healthy eating at home can help build positive habits over time. Patience and consistency go a long way in helping children develop a healthy relationship with food.

Healthy habits start early—and every bite counts!

03/18/2026

Easter Egg Hunt Reminder 🐣🌷

This is a friendly reminder about our upcoming Southwest Academies Easter Egg Hunt. We are excited to celebrate this special spring event with our families and community.

📅 Date: Saturday, April 4
⏰ Time: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: 1311 Johns Ave, Lancaster, TX 75134

Children will enjoy a festive afternoon of egg hunts, spring fun, and time together with friends and family. Please remember to RSVP through Eventbrite, as registration is required.

We look forward to seeing many of our families there and making wonderful memories together!

03/17/2026

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

Wishing everyone a day filled with luck, laughter, and a little extra green! May your day be bright, joyful, and full of smiles. 🌈✨

St. Patrick’s Day is a wonderful time to celebrate positivity, kindness, and togetherness. Whether you're wearing green, enjoying festive treats, or simply sharing a smile, we hope your day is full of fun and good fortune.

Here’s to a lucky and cheerful celebration for all!

03/16/2026

🎭✨ New Blog Post Now Live! ✨🎭

When children pretend to be chefs, doctors, superheroes, or teachers, they're doing more than playing—they're learning!

Our newest blog post, "The Power of Pretend Play: Why Imagination Matters in Early Childhood," explores how imaginative play supports social skills, language development, emotional growth, and problem-solving.

Discover why pretend play is one of the most powerful tools for early learning and how you can encourage it at home.

📘 Read the full blog post on our website

03/12/2026

📚🎉 Dr. Seuss Spirit Week at Berne Academy! 🎉📚

Our students had a wonderful time celebrating Dr. Seuss Spirit Week in honor of the beloved author’s birthday! Throughout the week, children dressed up in fun themes inspired by some of Dr. Seuss’s most famous books, including The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs & Ham, and One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish.

From silly hats and wacky outfits to crazy socks and colorful clothing, our classrooms were filled with creativity, laughter, and a love for reading. Spirit Week was a great way for students to celebrate imagination, storytelling, and the joy that books bring to learning.

We loved seeing everyone’s creativity and school spirit—thank you to our families for helping make the week so much fun!

03/11/2026

Did You Know? 💬

Open communication plays a powerful role in your child's development.

Regularly talking about their day helps strengthen language skills, build emotional awareness, and create a foundation of trust. Most importantly, it shows children that their thoughts and feelings are valued.

A simple conversation can make a lasting impact.

Address

1311 Johns Avenue
Lancaster, TX
75134

Opening Hours

Monday	6am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	6am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	6am - 6:30pm
Thursday	6am - 6:30pm
Friday	6am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+19722274431

Website

http://southwestacademies.com/

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