Loving Childcare IN TENNESEE
Bumble Bee & Caterpillar Programs
Encouraging, play-centered child care for toddlers ages 12–30 months in Smyrna, Nolensville, and Murfreesboro, TN.
✓ Meal & Snacks Included
✓ Part-Time or Full-Time Options
✓ Historically Low Rates
Welcome to the bumble Bee & Caterpillar Classrooms
Toddlers are busy little explorers, and the Bumble Bee and Caterpillar classrooms give them a safe, cheerful space to learn and grow. At our family-owned child care in TN, that natural curiosity is encouraged through sensory play, music, and hands-on activities.
Teachers provide structure, encouragement, and plenty of love, making sure every child feels excited for their time at MNI Kids.
Quick Details:
Classroom: Bumble Bee & Caterpillar
Age: 12-30 Months
Hours: 6:30am - 6pm
Ratios: 1 teacher: 6 children
Max Class Size: 12
Locations: Smyrna, Nolensville, and Murfreesboro, TN
Meals: Certified meals following the CACFP guidelines
Options: Part-Time or Full-Time
Nap Time: Yes
Curriculum: Based on the requirements of the Tennessee Early Learning Developmental Standards
Licensed & Accredited by the Tennessee Department of Human Services
What Your Toddler’s Day Looks Like
Each day in the Bumble Bee and Caterpillar classrooms, toddlers are engaged mentally, physically, and emotionally through age-appropriate activities.
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6:30 - Free Choice Centers / Diaper & Wash Hands
8:00 - Breakfast
8:30- Free Choice Centers / Circle Time
9:00 - Music & Movement / Curriculum
9:30 - Gym/Outside
10:00 - Diapers / Story Time
10:30 - Free Choice Centers
11:00 - Lunch
11:30 - Clean Up / Check Diapers
11:45 - Rest Time
1:45 - Diapers / Wash Hands
2:00 - Snack
2:30 - Gym/Outside
3:00 - Free Choice Centers
3:30 - Diapers / Music & Movement
4:30 - Story Time
4:45 - Combine with Butterfly
Explore Your toddlers’s Room
Every classroom is designed around seven learning environments to give kids a balance of play and learning throughout the day:
Developmental Milestones Your Baby Will Be Working Toward
In our Bumble Bee and Caterpillar classrooms, many toddlers are learning to:
Play simple games and point to share what they see
Wave “bye-bye” and use words to communicate
Follow simple directions
Explore through play
Walk on their own, climb onto furniture, and practice feeding themselves
Start to share and interact with others
Most children transition out of these classrooms around 24 months, but every child grows at their own pace. We only move them up when they’re truly ready.
Safety Comes First
Your child’s safety and health are our top priority. At MNI Kids, you can feel confident knowing we provide:
Secure Facilities: Locked entry doors, monitored access, alarms, and closed-circuit cameras
Safe Check-In: Streamlined, secure sign-in/sign-out through our parent app
Hands-On Oversight: Directors are monitoring the halls daily, not behind desks
Qualified Staff: CPR & First Aid certified teachers with clean background checks
Healthy Environment: Sanitized classrooms and toys, following strict state hygiene guidelines
Allergy-Aware Care: A nut-free facility with staff trained to handle food allergies
Apps That Keep You Connected
We know how important it is to feel connected to your child’s world at MNI Kids, even while you’re at work. That’s why we integrate helpful technology so you stay up to date and never miss a milestone.
Daily Communication:
With our Tadpoles app, you’ll get photos, notes, and updates straight from your child’s teacher, such as new skills they’re practicing or something fun from their day.
Account Management:
With our SmartCare app, you’ll check your child in and out securely and pay online with ease.
MNI KIDS IS MORE THAN JUST A DAYCARE
We’re Part of Your Parenting Village
As parents ourselves, we understand how hard it is to entrust your child to someone else.
Since 2008, MNI Kids has welcomed thousands of children into our family-owned, licensed childcare centers—where Ms. Nichole, the DePietro family, and our tenured staff provide loving care to your child as they grow.
Licenses & Accreditations
We’re Also Serious About Having FUN!
From dance parties and field trips to festivals and parades, MNI Kids is always creating memories for our kids during their day, as well as opportunities to include their families in the fun.
Check out our Events page to see what’s coming up next!
Happy Kids, Happy Parents
“We are beyond happy with MNI Kids and how they treat our daughter. She’s learned a lot since starting here and was a massive improvement to where she was before. We get daily pictures, sometimes multiple throughout the day as well as a daily report each afternoon when we pick her up. Any questions we’ve had about a report there has always been an answer for. We will continue to enroll our child here until she starts regular school.”
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How to Join MNI Kids
If our TN child care program looks like the right fit for your toddler, we’d love to have you join us!
1. schedule a visit
First, come tour one of our centers, see the classrooms, and meet the teachers who will care for your child.
2. Complete Enrollment
Next, fill out New Child Enrollment Forms and email them to info@mnikids.com or drop them off in-person.
3. join the family
Your child begins their journey with us learning, growing, and thriving in a nurturing environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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In the Bumble Bee and Caterpillar classrooms, toddlers make big leaps during their time with us—from walking, running, and talking. When your child shows they’re ready for new challenges, we’ll gently transition them to the next classroom. Every child develops at their own pace, and we never rush the transition. Our goal is for each move to feel natural, confident, and exciting. Families trust our child care in TN because each move is handled with care, confidence, and excitement.
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Tuition for our childcare in TN varies by location and child’s age. We keep it simple with weekly tuition and one annual registration fee—no surprise add-ons like many corporate facilities. Contact us for current rates.
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Yes, our child care TN locations accept certificates through the state program, and we accept Military Child Care assistance though NACCRRA & CHILD CARE AWARE OF AMERICA. For more information, visit: http://www.naccrra.org/military-families or ask about it on your tour!
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Yes, sleeveless sleep sacks are welcome for naptime. Comfort and safety are always a priority in our child care TN centers.
We’d Love to Meet Your Family
The best way to know if MNI Kids is right for you is to come see us in action. Tour a center, meet our teachers, and feel the difference of family-owned care.