WELCOME TO ACADEMY OF EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING
Columbia’s Premier Preschool for Early Childhood Learning
Exceptional care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years old, Monday to Friday,
6:30 am - 5:45 pm
Columbia’s Premier Preschool for Early Childhood Learning
Exceptional care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years old, Monday to Friday, 6:30 am - 5:45 pm
Why Choose Academy of Early Childhood Learning for the best child care in Columbia, MO?
At Academy, we are dedicated to providing your child with high-quality educational and nurturing care. Through our structured curriculum, safe environment, excellent facilities, and commitment to family involvement, children from 6 weeks old through to Kindergarten entry will grow and thrive in our preschool.
We are also proud to provide an after-school program for elementary students between ages 5 - 12 years old.
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We know that choosing an academy is an extremely important decision, based on many different factors. We’d love to send you a copy of our FREE parent pack, full of helpful information about our facility and a checklist of information for you to use as you explore your child care options.
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About our Columbia Location
Situated in Columbia, MO, our preschool is centrally located and is easy to access, making it convenient for parents and families to access during their commute between work and home.
Since our start in 1999, we have worked incredibly hard to establish and run the highest quality early childhood academy in Columbia. We pride ourselves in prioritizing each student’s safety and well-being while supporting our teachers to deliver the best possible teaching and care for your child.
As well as opportunities for field trips and holiday celebrations, we offer an excellent after school program for elementary students aged 5 - 12 years, and a summer program filled with fun and adventure!
In 2024, we are delighted to celebrate 25 years of excellence in teaching and care!
Amazing Facilities For Your Child
At the Academy, we are dedicated to continuously reviewing and improving our resources and facilities to ensure every student is catered for.
Here are some of the exceptional facilities your child will enjoy in our preschool:
Gross Motor Spaces
Our two large indoor gross motor spaces are ideal for use during inclement weather, while our outdoor gross motor space is enjoyable throughout the warmer months.
Large Outdoor Play Area
With a plethora of interactive elements, our outdoor play area includes non-toxic Jelly Bean Mulch to ensure the safety of each student as they play! Including a slide, climber, basketball goals, spider-web climber, cars and racetracks, tricycles, play houses, and more.
Library
Age-appropriate books and resources abound in our Academy library to encourage a love of learning, reading, and exploration.
On-site Breastfeeding Room and Facilities
We ensure privacy and comfort when parents wish to breastfeed their young children.
On-site Kitchen
Delicious and nutritious hot meals and snacks are prepared daily by our excellent kitchen staff, ensuring every student grows in body and mind.
On-site Laundry
We are committed to providing a clean, hygienic environment for children.
Parking
Including disabled parking, exclusive to our preschool.
What We Believe
We are dedicated to helping each child reach their full potential by working continuously to ensure that our standards of teaching, care, and resources match the excellence every student deserves.
Once your child joins the Academy of Early Childhood Learning, they become a part of our family, and we dedicate ourselves to working in partnership with your family and treating each child like they’re our own. It is a joy and privilege to share in each child’s educational journey, and we cannot wait to welcome you to the Academy!
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Here's What Our Parents Have To Say
"My children have developed tremendously
since coming to academy."
"It's very comforting to me that no matter who I see, they know who my children are."
"My daughter was two when she started here and within a couple of weeks of beginning, she actually started speaking so much clearer."
Our Commitment To Safety
Each member of staff at our Academy prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of every student in our preschool. Here are our guarantees to each and every family who join the Academy of Early Childhood Learning:
Cleanliness Protocols
We use stringent cleaning methods to maintain an environment that stops the spread of germs. We also teach good hygiene, including diligent handwashing to establish hygienic habits at a young age.
Security
Our building is locked and secured at all times. Access restrictions include key code entrances, cameras around and throughout our building, and fingerprint check in/check out for parents. We also implement emergency disaster plans and allergy action plans to ensure safety and protocol throughout our Academy.
Transparency
We understand that you’re probably wondering what your child is up to when they’re not with you. That’s why we use the Procare Family Engagement App to share real time updates with information on your child’s day and share photos of your child. Performances, events, classroom parties, and an open class policy provide ample opportunity to get involved with your child’s learning.
Staff Recruitment
We are seeking passionate and dedicated childcare professionals to join our team and contribute to our vision of guiding children as they reach their full potential.
If this sounds like you, we would love to invite you to become a team member!
Here's What Our Team Have To Say
What Our Families Say
Schedule a Tour at the Academy of Early Childhood Learning
The best way to discover what makes our Academy an exceptional experience for students is to see it firsthand. We provide engaging and interactive tours at our Columbia location daily. We look forward to meeting you soon and getting to know you and your child more!
Contact Us
3210 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
HOURS OF OPERATION
6:30AM–5:45PM, M-F
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