My toddler has been going to The Academy of Indian Lake since he was 6 weeks old. They have truly become like family! The amount of love and attention my son gets during the day is so amazing. He truly loves going to daycare every day! I would recommend them to anyone!!

We switched from another school to this place and we are so glad we did. The staff is so caring and I can tell they are passionate for kids. So happy we’re able to have our son here.

It was a no for me. The baby section was extremely small and the staff couldn’t decide if they wanted to wear masks or not. I would possibly but my older child there, but not a baby.

Our son has been going here for almost 2 years now. It has been a great experience for us. The entire staff has been welcoming from day one. Right away we could see the love and respect the kids have for the teachers which helped us make the decision to send our son here. And best of all, he really loves his school.

Our daughter and son attend this school, and they absolutely love it! Our daughter has been going for 3 years and she loves her teachers, and is always excited about going to school. My son is an infant and they truly give him the best care and attention. I always feel confident and comfortable with knowing my kids are 100% taken care of. All the teachers and management are family to us and we couldn’t imagine our babies being anywhere else during the day.

I have been blessed to work at the Academy of Indian Lake Village for 3 years. It has been an amazing place to be a part of! The family like atmosphere has been the best I have experienced in child care. The administration loves each and every staff member and go above and beyond to help them in any way possible. Candace, Jen, and Krystal are the best administration is have come across in my many years of child care. The way they care for each and every family and child is impeccable. From simple good mornings to catering to the specific needs of a family. I always feel prepared to start any day and their encouraging words always makes me feel at my best. This is the best child care I have worked at and I am so happy to be a part of this family.

Everyone is so professional and they really care for the young ones they watch everyday. Especially Sabrina, she is always so pleasant and professional. Thank you all for your hard work!

My daughter has been attending here since she was just a few weeks old and now is going on two years old. I’m very confident in the staffs abilities to care for her and teach her as well. The staff cares for the kids as if they were their own. I couldn’t be more pleased with the facility and the professional staff that care for my daughter. Highly recommend.

I have worked at The Academy of Indian Lake Village for a year and a half now. Never have I found a job more rewarding than this! I walk into work every morning knowing that I am loved by the children and supported by the staff. Getting to learn about each child that walks into my classroom is my favorite part of working in childcare. Being there when theyre learning to control their emotions or seeing they pride on their face when the complete a new task is something I am honored to be apart of.

Our child has been enrolled here for almost three years and we have always been very pleased. The staff is very friendly, the facility is always clean, and we feel that our son has advanced really well. The daily breakfast bar is also a nice treat on those time constricted mornings :)

My daughter has been attending the Academy of Indian Lake Village for a little over 2yrs and we have had the best experience!! From the time my husband and I first visited, we knew that we wanted our daughter to attend. I was particularly impressed w/ how clean the place was, and how friendly the teachers and staff were. We have been blessed w/ phenomenal teachers such as: Ms. Jessica, Ms. Katlyn, Ms. Shawna, & Ms. Alex (all of whom my daughter has grown attached to). Also, the directors/administrative staff do an amazing job communicating and getting out information to the parents in a timely manner. My daughter will be entering Kindergarten in August, but we will never forget the Academy and the impact that it has left on us!

Wonderful place!!! I had to start back work when my daughter was 4 months old and it was very hard on me. The staff at the Academy have been great. The Infant 1 teachers, front desk, and even teachers of other classes seem to know my daughter and always interact with her every time they see her. Knowing your child is in good hands while your away is very comforting.

Oh how beloved this daycare has been to our family! Our two girls (one 2 year old and one infant) were there for a year and it felt like home immediately. All of the teachers so clearly love their jobs and what they do. Our girls were 100% taken care of by the staff but more importantly- they were sincerely loved. This is a priceless feeling for your children! As a working mom- I never had to stress about their care after I dropped them off for the day. I knew the staff had their best interest at heart always. Send your kids here! You will not be disappointed!

We absolutely LOVE this place! It’s awesome how every teacher is so involved and caring! My daughter has been there for 2 years now & there has not been one teacher I didn’t appreciate. My sweet girl has learned so much while attending the Academy. I recommend here for anyone seeking somewhere to take their little one while they work! You’ll get pictures & updated events on what the class is working on throughout the day. I never have to worry and picking up is such a breeze. Everyone greets you with such a warming smile. This place has spoiled us entirely. Sure we could find somewhere cheaper. But you pay for what you get and this place is PERFECT! You will not be disappointed! They go above and beyond to make sure my favorite person is happy and cared for & that means the most 💕

Let me start by stating I have thoroughly reviewed many daycares, preschools, and mothers day out programs. I love The Academy! I have started with them as a full time working mother, then had some time to stay home with my children, and have recently returned to part time work. We used them when I was full time and have returned to them currently. I was not sure I wanted to use them again, but the current staff and leadership are phenomenal!The facility is clean, the staff is happy and joyful, and they adore my little ones. This means the most to me! I have experience various types of curriculum, and also believe The Academy has a wonderful approach of teaching children through experiential learning. They have welcomed my feedback and questions and have implemented things to tailor more to each of my childrens specific needs.I cannot be more grateful for them and the joy my children experience when arriving there. I highly recommend this facility and am convinced I have my children in the best place while I work. I know and have experienced other programs. I am grateful and feel blessed to have them.

My 11 month old son goes to The Academy and I absolutely LOVE it!!!! The staff is amazing and the teachers are so caring! They work with me to learn his ever changing schedule!!! The director, Candace, and the assistant director, Jen, are so caring and sweet! The always make me feel welcome when I come in by greeting me! I would recommend this preschool to anyone looking for a place for their kids! The security on this building is my favorite part, theres finger print scanning to get in, there’s always some to greet you at the door, the teachers are attentive and check when someone passes them in the hall, and there’s sign in and out sheets in the classrooms for extra security!! I love this place!!!

Our son has been going to The Academy for just over two years and I’ve never been more confident in a decision in my life. He has learned so much from the incredible staff there. The educators don’t just take an interest in the children, but the family as a whole and genuinely care about what’s going on with the parents as well. When ever we have a second child, I look forward to sending them to The Academy!

I’ve had my child enrolled here since she was 4 months old. All of the teachers have been great with her. She loves her time at Academy.

The Director and staff here go above and beyond to see their students bloom and prosper. The security is amazing. There are fun events for the students as well as the family very frequently. The staff send pictures and updates to the parents throughout the day. It’s truly an incredible place.

They treat the kids here like their own family! The staff and leadership are awesome and have been there forever. This is the safest place possible for our children and they love it!

I have worked at the Academy of Indian Lake for 3 years now and I have loved every second of my experience here. The Academy is like my second home. Everyone is so welcoming and willing to help you if you need help with anything and everything. Candace has been one of the best directors I have had in all my experience in childcare. She is very passionate about her job and she has all of the children and staff in mind at all times. She is always taking input from teachers and applying it where needed. I always feel prepared for any and all assessments at all times. The Academy is great at making sure all teachers go through the appropriate trainings so we are always ready for anything. The loving and welcoming environment The Academy offers really does make this the best place to work! I am so glad to be apart of the AoILV team!!!

I love the academy of Indian lake village! My son Sj which is 4 now have blossomed into the confident, friendly, and not as timid as he once was. I am amazed of the growth he has had due to the curriculum at the academy. The teachers and staff is so informative & caring with a homely & safe atmosphere! Candace the director is great and I couldn’t ask for anything better! They rock!!

I cant begin to say how much I love this school. I researched every school in the county and area. I was looking for a safe, secure and loving environment for my son who will be turning 4. The Academy of Indian Lake is the absolute best preschool and daycare you will find in Sumner County. From enrichment to nourishment, the staff provides it all. The staff is absolutely the best. Ms. Tracy & Mrs. Candance are absolutely wonderful. I could go on and on forever. I appreciate everything each teacher has done to make my sons father and I feel comfortable, safe and secure with care of care of our son.

I have been with the Academy almost 4 years and my little girl has grown so much within this time. When we first started she was quiet and reserved. Now she is full of confidence, knowledge, and very independent. She starts Kindergarten in August and I believe she is extremely ready for the transition thanks to all the wonderful teachers that have helped her reach her full potential. We are forever grateful

I absolutely adore being a part of the Academy Team. Everyone is always so thoughtful, and caring. Im so blessed to be apart of not just a team, but a part of a family. They are always there for you no matter what is going on. The management, Tracy and Candace, are always listening, and doing everything they can to meet the needs of each and every teacher, and family. The staff is always so loving and sweet towards the children, they all do an amazing job teaching and lending a helping hand to fellow teachers, families, and student.

I can’t speak highly enough of ALL of the staff at the AOILV. From the beginning, my family and I felt welcome and safe...cared for and about. And, that has continued. I know my child is LOVED. That is priceless in any parent’s book. We will forever be grateful.

This place is amazing! All of the staff members are a joy to interact with and care about the kids so much! You can see it everyday! The place is always so clean and welcoming when I go in there. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for child care.

We have two kids in the Academy of Indian Lake Village and they have been there since they were 8 weeks old. Weve had an excellent experience and truly feel that the administration and teachers love and care deeply for our kids. The enthusiasm, friendliness, and professionalism at the Academy are all outstanding and we would (and have) highly recommend it to any of our friends. We will be sad when our daughter leaves to go to Kindergarten but know that each of our kids have been well prepared for their next steps.

Academy has been an absolute blessing to me and my daughter. I am amazed by her development there- even our PCP says she is at the development level of a 6 year old and she just turned 4 in August. The teachers are awesome. I get pictures of my daughter during different activities every day and a very thorough report of her entire day each evening. This place truly cares about their kids and they are constantly learning and growing so that they can provide the best environment for the kids.

My daughter went to this school for almost 2 years. We moved out of state and we were so sad to have to make her leave this school. Candace, Jen, and Krystal are great and love the kiddos. People tell me all the time how advanced my daughter’s speech is- I can thank AOILV for that!

I absolutely love the academy of Indian lake village. My son went there from the time he was 2 until he started kindergarten. The new management team is absolutely amazing & all the teachers are so passionate about their jobs. Its like one big family there and I highly recommend you to Schedule a tour and I promise you will fall in love. I have been a teacher here for 3 years & I love it every single day!!

The Academy of Indian Lake Village truly meets the needs of young children in the Hendersonville community well. Thats no easy undertaking--as those familiar with early childhood organizations can attest. The founding company and the on-site staff are ALL educated in developmentally appropriate practices and are experienced in what works best for children and their families. Families and compassion are so important to this entire organization! Its a great thing to know that these fabulous people not only care for your children, they care for YOU, too. What a blessing! Two thumbs up for The Academy, and most particularly, for The Academy of Indian Lake Village. 👍👍

Best child care center! The staff is incredibly friendly and organized. They adore each and every child. The curriculum is incredible with all kinds of indoor and outdoor learning tools. My kids learn so much everyday and they love all the fun activities that the instructors plan every week.

My grandchild attends the Academy of Indian Lake and sometime I pick her up. I have picked her up at a chain school she attended in the past and I did not feel very welcome. But at this school, I am always given a warm welcome. The staff are very nice and helpful to me. My grandchild seems extremely happy here. I can tell she feels loved and at home. They know my grandchild by name. She is always showing off activities she has completed. She is learning sooo much and I can tell that they really do care about her. I can always glance at the calendar and see the fun events that they plan. The management is always available and professional. Our family will miss the Academy family this fall when our granddaughter begins the kindergarten magnet program. Thank you for everything! It makes a grandparent feel good to know that their grandchild is in such loving and capable hands.

The staff and director are absolutely amazing. We enrolled our daughter here in June and in that time she has blossomed under their care. When she first started at 4 yrs old she couldn’t even identify the letters of the alphabet. We worked with her at home but the facility she was at wasn’t working with her like they should have. In the short amount of time she has been going there they have helped her improve tremendously! Candace and her assistant are 100% professional and are always walking the halls checking in on teachers and classes like they should. You can tell they love and care for all the kids that go there.

Only worked there for 3 weeks. Management is rude, disrespectful, and unprofessional.

The staff at The Academy have shown not just an incredible investment in my sons learning and growth, their passion for the children there is seen in everything they do. Great teachers and a new curriculum to ensure success have been great additions since we started. I look forward to a wonderful year. Go Tracy and team!!!!

I have had the pleasure of knowing the Assistant Director at The Academy, Candace Irvin, as our personal nanny and (later) as the Assistant Director at The Academy, and she has been such a blessing to our family. She comes to work every single day with a positive attitude and is professional in everything she does. I have seen many children (and teachers) thrive under her care and guidance. Being around Candace for any amount of time will show that she is not only a good, trustworthy person, but she truly has a heart for children. Candace is also very driven, organized, and intelligent, and I would not think twice about enrolling my kids in a program under her leadership.

We couldnt have found a better pre-school for our daughter. The best staff, amazing teachers. Our daughter for every single day of school was eager to go and have fun at this school. Thank you each and everyone of you. The BEST pre-school in Hendersonville.

We love the Academy of Indian Lake Village. When we first moved to Hendersonville 6 months ago, finding a quality preschool program for our son was at the top of our to-do list. After visiting several local preschools, we were feeling a bit discouraged, but then we visited the Academy and we knew it was the perfect fit for our son. The teachers and staff are incredible and provide excellent care and instruction. When my son needed some extra help, the teachers were more than willing to accommodate his needs and work with him to achieve goals. The management and leadership really take time to listen to parents and check in on families. They strive to create a community aspect and it truly shows! When we walk through the halls, its not just my sons teachers who say hi to him, but almost every teacher at the academy knows my son by name. Its the little things like this that make it feel like home. We are so grateful for the staff and teachers of the academy. They love and care for the children so well and truly love what they do.In addition to the excellent staff, I also love the tadpoles app they use at the Academy. Its great to see pictures and updates of my son throughout the day. The teachers do a great job of communicating with me about my sons progress and I appreciate the details about when he napped, ate, and what activities they did. Overall, the Academy has exceeded our expectations. Its an excellent preschool with top notch teachers and staff. Were so grateful to be a part of the Academy family!

I have worked at The Academy for a year and I couldnt imagine working for and with anyone else! The whole staff is professional and has a sincere love for each child. This school is the only school I would consider putting my own children in. They have true integrity!

The program and staff are definitely 5 stars in our eyes! Both of our children have grown up in the program from the infant rooms. We could not be happier with how much they have learned, what they are exposed to with the curriculum to all of the extracurricular activities, friendly faces, and the peace it gives us knowing they are being loved and safe while we are at work. I would highly recommend this outstanding facility to anyone looking for a learning center. We even look forward, once our children grow out of The Academy, keeping in touch with life-long friendships that have been made! :)

I have worked for the Academy for 4 years. The management is wonderful, always very encouraging and supportive! We all love the children and their families! Everyone that I work with is always positive and willing to help out, which is why we make a great team!!

I love AOILV. They are so caring for the families and the staff! It’s always so welcoming and a great environment for not only the children but the parents as well!! The teachers are amazing along with the management team!! Everyone is like one big family always willing to help each other and always wanting to welcome new families and staff!! I most definitely recommend AOILV!!

The atmosphere at this school is unmatched. The children and teachers are loved so well ❤️

This is by far and away the best preschool program we have been a part of. My son has gone to Academy for over a year. All of his teachers have been amazing. His current teacher is magnificent. The staff are friendly knowledgable, and caring. My five-year-old is always happy when I pick him up. He cant wait to tell me what he learned that day. The curriculum is great. They keep my son learning new things while having fun and staying engaged. We are so pleased with this preschool and so happy to be a part of it.

We had a wonderful experience at The Academy at Indian Lake. We have two young sons and I never worried when I dropped them off because each and every staff member loved our boys like they were their own. We regretfully had to leave the preschool recently because our family relocated and it was so sad to say goodbye! My oldest child initially struggled with Autism spectrum issues and I fully believe it is the primary result of the discipline and education provided by this top notch preschool that he did not qualify as Autistic anymore a little over a year ago. I felt we developed personal relationships with staff and this was fundamental in the growth and overall wonderful experience we had here. I very highly recommend this preschool to anyone who wants above and beyond for their child. Every penny I spent was worth it.

I honestly cant say enough wonderful things about this school. We tried a few other locations and although they had their pros they werent a great fit. We feel like family here and our little boy is thriving and thrilled to walk through those doors every day! We all love his teachers, they are incredibly caring, positive, and fun. The directors are heavily involved and easily approachable, you can tell they truly love their jobs, and care about the families. Hes learning so much more than just kindergarten prep and having a great time doing it.

The Academy of Indian Lake Village is a great school with wonderful teachers and staff! My kids love it!

I have two kids in the Academy. One has been diagnosed with Autisim, and I was so humbled over the compassion and care that has been given to him with his condition. This school is really well organized, ran with integrity, and most of all the well being of your child is of MOST importance with the staff. I recommend this school to any parent looking for a healthy and stable environment for the development of their child. Remember: it takes a village ….

I have been an employee of AOILV for 2 years and I am in love! We are encouraged to become close with our families and build important bonds with our coworkers. I am so happy to found a home here!

We have really appreciated all of the love and care shown to our grandson and granddaughter over the past years. Every one of their teachers has been wonderful, and we have particularly enjoyed our grandsons time with Ms. Alex and Ms. Shawna this year. They have really gotten to know him, his strengths and his quirks, and they have made him feel welcome, loved and safe. Our grandkids have always been eager to come to pre-school every morning. Academy has been an especially valuable place for them to grow and flourish.They will be away in school this fall. We will miss getting to come in the door, see the fish, say hi to Ms. Beth as we pass by the kitchen, and see what all is in store for the day. It is especially heartwarming that almost all of the staff know our grandkids and call them out by name, EVERY DAY, as we go through the halls. It is an inviting and wonderful place.PLEASE keep up the good work you are all doing. It greatly benefits the children (and parents). Our heartfelt thanks!

We found The Academy at a crucial time when none of the other options in town seemed to meet our needs or desires. The staff and administration were extremely helpful in our transition and have proven to provide our son an educational and nurturing environment far beyond our expectations. Truly thankful for the extraordinary staff @ The Academy of Indian Lake Village!!

Management was horrible. They do not know how to take responsibility for not doing their jobs. They allowed the children to climb on the tables. My child got hurt on numerous occasions with no notice by teachers and at 18 mos old was asked why she didnt tell them. My daughter kept a rash for over three weeks. When I watched one of the teachers change her diaper I noticed why. They only used one wipe with a #2 and did not wipe properly from front to back. There was still poo on her after the change. The list goes on with the issues they had. I would not recommend this place.

If you’re looking for a childcare center that will teach your child incredible things and love them just as much as you do, then this is it! When we first started looking for a preschool program for my daughter a year ago, my standards were high, I wanted a school with a curriculum, top notch cleanliness and structure. This school has gone above and beyond anything I could have imagined. My daughter has learned so much, from sign language and Spanish to recognizing every letter in the alphabet before her 5th birthday. She also developed a close relationship with all her teachers and the directors. As she leaves for kindergarten we are both sad to be leaving this wonderful place, but I know they have prepared her the best they could for this next step. I HIGHLY recommend this center!!

I am a first time mom to a little girl I never thought I would have. To say I am overprotective is an understatement! The staff at The Academy of Indian Lake are a godsend to this mama! I love getting pictures of my babe throughout the day and the level of care they provide! There is no question whether or not they love my girl! I HIGHLY recommend this place! You will not find any place like it!*****01/07/2019 - I was unable to just add another review so I am editing mine from a year ago....I still give them 5 stars. I will be so sad when my daughter has to leave this school. They treat you like family and it is so much appreciated. I feel so happy and comfortable walking in everyday and ALL the teachers know my kids name. She was upset this morning and it was a collective effort of at least 3 teachers making sure that she was ok and her transition this Monday morning was happy! No one likes Mondays ;) Candace, the director, is an absolute god send! I cannot rave enough about this preschool. Hands down - the best in Hendersonville!*****

Ms. Carol in the Infant Room is truly a blessing to me, my husband, and our little boy. On our first day of school I was a crying mess. I was leaving my baby for the first time with someone who was ultimately a stranger. She is a stranger no more! Ms. Carol has done nothing but love, teach, and nurture her little peanut, as she likes to call him, since day one. I cant imagine anyone else caring for our little Mac and I know every day that he is going to be loved on and cared for as if he was one of her own babies or grandbabies. I honestly cant say enough about how much we love Ms. Carol and how thankful we are that we found someone as great as her at The Academy to watch over our little man every day.

The teachers at Academy of Indian Lake Village are amazing!!! My son was beyond prepared for Kindergarten after graduating from the Pre-K program. He entered kindergarten prepared academically but also socially. The teachers strike a beautiful balance of educating and nurtruing the children. Ms. Jessica and Ms. Gaby made learning so fun for the kids. My son still asks to go back to AoILV because they were so wonderful. My daughter was in the toddler classes. We really appreciated the pictures and daily updates. Her teachers were kind and felt like they really enjoyed being with the kids each day. The facility is beautiful. I love that they keep the toys clean and updated. I would definitely recommend AoILV!

Let me be clear here, that this review is of no reflection of the teachers, they are amazing! The director, Candace is absolutely terrible. She is a liar and completely unprofessional. We have never dealt with anyone more terrible. The COO is the exact same way. Phone calls dont get returned, nothing is followed up with. Someone caring for my child this erratic and rude is just ridiculous and not happening.

The warm inviting staff provide a nurturing environment for my child to learn academic and social/emotional skills.

Our daughter has been at the Academy of Indian Lake since February, and I cant believe we havent been there ever since she was born! Every single teacher and staff person goes out of their way every day, not just for our child, but for us as parents, as well. They all know our daughters name, and I have honestly never seen her so happy. She has learned SO much in the short time she has been there, and I am in awe of their whole staff! They are all so wonderful, and so caring. I honestly cannot sing their praises enough. We are so glad we found them, and look forward to many more years there!!

I have worked at AOILV for almost 5 years! I absolutely love my job and everything this company stands for! We believe that kids learn through play and I love watching them learn and having fun with them everyday. Im so in love with my job and these kids! The academy has never had a better management team! Candace is an amazing director. She always makes sure we are trained and STARS ready every single day. Ive never seen a more dedicated women. Candace loves to make things for the kids and decorate the center! She really gives her all for our center and our families. Our admin team is always going out of their way for us, bringing treats, posting encouragement for us and if we ever have to work an extra event, they always bring us something special! AOILV is my home away from home! We strive everyday to make not only the staff feel like that, but our families too! We are here because of you and for you and I couldnt be happier! AOILV is truly the best childcare center I have ever stepped foot in!

My husband and I both knew we wanted our 2 kids to go to one of the top 3 daycare/preschools in Hendersonville and after touring all of them there was no question that The Academy was the BEST! From the moment you walk in the door you feel welcomed and it always smells good/clean... Always! It has an open layout so you do not feel like your children are being crammed into the building to get as many kids in there as possible. We have 2 children that go there. One is in Toddler 2 and his teachers, Ms. Bekah and Ms. Kayla are the sweetest! Everyday I drop him off they immediately come to my aid to assist me with anything that I need. You can also tell how much they pay attention to your child just from the things they mention about them..... the little details about their personalities! That means a lot!! Even his old teachers, Ms. Ashley and Ms. Shenae will still stop to say hello to us! Not to mention, every person that works there knows my childrens names as well as the parents! Our other child is in Pre-K 3 and his teachers Ms. Sarina and Ms. Ashleigh are truly one of a kind! They have educational plans set in place that are implemented daily! I can tell my son is learning a lot from these ladies and enjoys it because he gets so excited to share his experiences with me each time I pick him up! Thank you Academy for treating my two angels with love and respect! Keep up the good work!

Incompetent management!