Vaanderland Barnyard Zoo

Vaanderland Barnyard Zoo Neuro Nest is where wonder, wildlife, and neuro-affirming care come together. Nestled within the gentle rhythm of barnyard life, this unique Neuro Nest offers children and youth a therapeutic, child-led experience surrounded by animals, open skies, and the quiet wisdom of farm life.

Here, healing and learning happen naturally—through feeding goats, observing chickens, grooming ponies, and simply being in a space where curiosity is welcomed and every child is seen. Guided by trauma-informed practitioners who honour each child’s sensory, emotional, and relational needs, the barnyard becomes a classroom, a sanctuary, and a place of connection.

In this rural retreat, children are encouraged to move at their own pace, build relationships with animals and peers, and rediscover their own inner calm and confidence—one breath, one hoofbeat, one heartfelt moment at a time.