about be little barn
our philosophy
in a fast paced world where our children grow up quickly, be little barn is a space where children can, just as the name says, be little. at be little barn we nurture children’s mind, body, and soul through play based learning and a perfectly curated environment. It is our mission to promote lifestyle choices where children are engaging in physical activities inside and outside of the classroom, are protected from harmful chemicals in foods and the environment, and feel connected to nature, their families, and the community around them. at be little barn you can be sure your child will be supported throughout important developmental milestones in conjunction with experiencing the joy of childhood to the fullest and keeping a playful state of mind! be little barn enrolls children ages 2.9-6.
hours & investment
7:00am - 8:00am: before care $15
8:00am - 3:00pm: preschool $499/week or $120/day for 2 & 3 day options
3:00pm - 4:00pm: after care $15
be little barn follows the foxborough public schools calendar for school vacation weeks and holidays. the last day of school at be little barn is june 30, 2026
be little barn also offers friday evening care for our families 1-2 times per month from 6pm-9pm!
the space
the curriculum
the curriculum
be little barn is a newly renovated barn with a pallet that encourages a sense of calm and peaceful energy. mix in a perfectly curated set of play based learning activities that encourage independence and self-guided learning and children have a special place to spend their days. be little barn is flooded with natural sunlight that acce
be little barn is a newly renovated barn with a pallet that encourages a sense of calm and peaceful energy. mix in a perfectly curated set of play based learning activities that encourage independence and self-guided learning and children have a special place to spend their days. be little barn is flooded with natural sunlight that accentuates the barn’s natural roots and vaulted ceiling. the barn also has a 3,000 square foot outdoor play area free of large structures that embrace nature to the fullest! it is a true sanctuary in a fast paced world.
the curriculum
the curriculum
the curriculum
PLAY! at blb we know through research that play is a powerful force for learning, creativity, problem solving, critical thinking and communicating. the types of play children engage in at the barn consist of physical play, language play, exploratory play, constructive play, fantasy play & social play-working cohesively to build fully fu
PLAY! at blb we know through research that play is a powerful force for learning, creativity, problem solving, critical thinking and communicating. the types of play children engage in at the barn consist of physical play, language play, exploratory play, constructive play, fantasy play & social play-working cohesively to build fully functioning, effective human beings.
"“Self-education through play and exploration requires enormous amounts of unscheduled time—time to do whatever one wants to do, without pressure, judgment, or intrusion from authority figures. That time is needed to make friends, play with ideas and materials, experience and overcome boredom, learn from one’s own mistakes, and develop passions.”
-Peter Gray author of Free to Learn
the body
the curriculum
the body
we recognize the role that nutrition and nature have on a child's brain and serve breakfasts & snacks free from harmful chemicals and have many opportunities to engage in nature, sunlight, and fresh air. be little barn provides food and drink on stainless steel rather than plastic, we clean with non-toxic products, and encourages outdoor
we recognize the role that nutrition and nature have on a child's brain and serve breakfasts & snacks free from harmful chemicals and have many opportunities to engage in nature, sunlight, and fresh air. be little barn provides food and drink on stainless steel rather than plastic, we clean with non-toxic products, and encourages outdoor play as much as possible throughout the day in most all weather. at be little barn we want to ensure children are taken care of from the inside out. children bring their own lunches to the barn & we provide breakfast and two snacks daily. menus will be posted on a monthly basis.
Meet & Greet
we will be opening our barn doors in january and we can't wait for you to play with us! want to know if be little barn is the right fit for you & your family? schedule a meet & greet interview to tour the barn and ask us your questions!