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Childcare in Lakewood Ranch, FL | Daycare Near Me | Kiddie AcademyFind the best daycare and preschool in Lakewood Ranch for you at Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch | Kiddie Academy
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Our Academy is conveniently located between exit 217 and exit 220 in the Lakewood Ranch area.
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Every day your child’s imagination grows and their curiosity gathers momentum—Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch empowers and celebrates all of it.
Our Life Essentials® learning approach and curriculum encourages children to explore and progress in their own way, and at their own pace. At Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch, your child will grow socially, physically, emotionally and intellectually. Our highly trained teachers are there every step of the way to guide, nurture and cultivate your child’s development.
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Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch Owner Earns New Title
Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch is excited to announce that owner, Marina Wolf-Schmidt, has been voted in as the President of The Gulf Coast CEO forum. The Gulf Coast CEO…
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Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch Earns National Accreditation
Lakewood Ranch, FL (Grassroots Newswire) Dec. 15, 2015 — Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch recently received national accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Kiddie…
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Empowering at every age: our learning programs
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Why Lakewood Ranch families and Kiddie Academy find each other
Our approach to early education is to capture the momentum of curiosity and involve parents in every minute of it.
That includes you.
Life Essentials
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Guided by our well-rounded philosophy and curriculum, our highly trained teachers help develop what’s unique in every child—nurturing imagination, fostering creativity and preparing them for school and for life.
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Community-based care
We believe every Kiddie Academy should feel like an extension of family. Take a look inside our Academy to see what makes us the perfect place for your child.
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Our commitment to health and safety
Nothing matters more than your child’s health, safety and security. That’s why every Kiddie Academy follows our strict health and disinfection guidelines called Health Essentials, has a restricted-entry system and a thoroughly vetted staff trained in first aid, CPR and emergency drills.
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Hear from our parents
“Educational programs and amazing staff.
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Angela L., Lakewood Ranch
“The staff genuinely care about my child and are great communicators, via the Tadpoles app, email, phone, in-person, etc. I love the standards-based lesson plans and activities (even for the littles- my daughter is only 1), as well as the pics, videos, daily update/summary, and links to the songs sang in class that are sent… ”
Courtney L., Lakewood Ranch
“My son loves coming to school everyday. The teachers treat him so well and it is such a warm and inviting environment. He has learned so much in the time he has been there ”
Jennifer N.
, Lakewood Ranch
“Excellent teachers and staff, clean facilities and happy kids! ”
Lisa S., Lakewood Ranch
“Everything is good, the staff is really carefully and my son made a lots of progress. I couldn’t give 10 because it’s could be better. Wonderful school I just love it. ”
Aminata L., Lakewood Ranch
“The staff really knows my children and cares about them. They are a part of our family. ”
Brooke B., Lakewood Ranch
“Everything! Awesome team! ”
Alexandra O.
, Lakewood Ranch
“It’s attention and safety for the children. Teachers and caregivers are great. ”
Marc S., Lakewood Ranch
“Liam excels I’m sharing his knowledge gained at KA ”
Sara F., Lakewood Ranch
“They education provided is done in a fun way and appropriate for my child’s age. ”
Tara V., Lakewood Ranch
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The learning doesn’t stop for parents, either. That’s why we created an information resource with helpful tips on everything from enriching our STEM program at home to introducing lifelong healthy eating and fitness habits.
Daycare Lakewood Ranch, FL | Doodle Bugs! Child Care for Infants, Preschool & Pre-K
Doodle Bugs! Lakewood Ranch
The Insinna family, Doodle Bugs! founders, are the proud operators of our Doodle Bugs! child care and preschool center in Lakewood Ranch, FL. This Doodle Bugs! state-of-the-art child care and preschool center features spacious classrooms, indoor play gym, a beautiful swimming pool, full service kitchen, large playground, Watch Me Grow internet viewing, and many other features that you’ve come to expect from Doodle Bugs!.
Families in Lakewood Ranch, FL have the opportunity to experience high quality child care, preschool and school age programs that are second to none.
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See The Doodle Difference For Yourself!
The only way to truly see the Doodle Difference is to come check out the nearest facility yourself. You’ll see our curriculum in action, witness the nurturing environment created by our teachers, and experience the many ways in which our facilities encourage and support hands-on, play-based learning for every child in our care.
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Professionally designed and exclusively at Doodle Bugs!, the Bravo! Early Childhood Curriculum® is an innovative program that combines theme-related, age-appropriate classroom experiences, amazing enrichment programs and our series of center events.
Children learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process, learning is hands-on fun at Doodle Bugs!
Infants
Toddlers
Preschool
Pre-Kindergarten
School Age
Infants
Toddlers
Preschool
Pre-Kindergarten
School Age
At Doodle Bugs!, each classroom is specially designed to support the age-appropriate learning, aligned with our Bravo! Curriculum. From the furniture, décor, and room arrangements to the structure of the daily routine, every element of our classrooms promotes a playful, hands-on learning experience.
Infant Classrooms
Parent partnerships begin in our Infant rooms, where our dedicated caregivers partner with you to create an individualized care plan for your child. Every aspect of your child’s care, from feeding schedules to sleep routines, is based on your preferences, in an effort to make our program your child’s home away from home.
Personalized schedules
Daily routines (including sleep schedules and mealtimes) are individualized, based on parents’ preferences.
Nurturing design
From cribs to rocking chairs to safe spaces to crawl and interact, our classrooms are designed to nurture infants’ development.
Interactive learning
Infants learn through sensory exploration, and we provide plenty of safe, fun opportunities for them to explore.
Feels like home
Warm, gentle colors, mobiles, music and tactile toys help our classroom to feel like home.
Toddler Classrooms
We understand that curious, independent toddlers are growing rapidly and need a safe environment that supports their development. Toddlers begin to participate in structured activities that are designed to encourage the development of their fine and gross motor skills, listening and speaking skills, and early literacy skills – all through hands-on exploration and play!
Small group activities
Toddlers socialize and learn through play, during Circle Time and other small group activities.
Space to learn
Spacious classrooms give toddlers a chance to explore, and our learning centers are always open for independent learning.
Documented development
Teachers maintain assessment portfolios for each child that are always available in the classroom for parents to browse.
Preschool Classrooms
Preschoolers learn through a variety of stimulating, hands-on experiences, all designed to support their development and growth. Children are encouraged to be creative and have fun while working in small groups.
Learning centers
Learning centers promote cooperation and allow children to make decisions about how they’d like to learn and play.
Small group activities
Preschoolers socialize and learn through play, during Circle Time and other small group activities.
Documented development
Teachers maintain assessment portfolios for each child that are always available in the classroom for parents to browse.
Age-appropriate technology use
Children engage with technology by using tablets loaded with learning experiences that enhance our Bravo! curriculum.
Pre-Kindergarten Classrooms
Pre-K students learn through a variety of stimulating, hands-on experiences, all designed to advance their development and prepare them for kindergarten. Our Pre-K curriculum builds the skills that children need for future academic success. Above all else, our teachers are responsive to children’s varying needs and abilities, which builds each child’s confidence and instills a love of learning!
Aligned with early learning standards
Our program aligns with state learning standards to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond.
Small group activities
Children socialize and learn through play, during Circle Time and other small group activities.
Documented development
Teachers maintain assessment portfolios for each child that are always available in the classroom for parents to browse.
Age-appropriate technology use
Children engage with technology by using tablets loaded with learning experiences that enhance our Bravo! curriculum.
School Age Classrooms
For school-agers, Doodle Bugs! provides an interesting, educational and fun recreation program, supervised by qualified adults. Students enjoy arts and crafts, sports and games and group projects and time to unwind and even do homework. When your school ager attends for a full day, field trips and special events add to the fun.
Educational fun
We provide a variety of planned activities while also giving school-age children independent time to unwind and set their own goals.
Field trips and special events
Field trips add to the fun and provide children with hands-on learning experiences at local attractions like zoos, farms, parks and museum
Family convenience
Our program provides enrichment before and after school, as well as on vacation, snow days and more. Transportation is provided to and from most local schools.
Active play
Spaces for games and sports allow children to be active and play independently or with others.
Parent Testimonials
Everyone is extremely friendly and great with children. My sons teachers, are top notch!
Love everything about Doodle Bugs!. Staff is always so nice and happy. Love getting emails throughout the day with pictures. They do so much with the kids. Security of the building is so important to me as well so I love their whole setup and system. I appreciate everything you guys do!
I absolutely love the Doodle Bugs! At first it was a difficult transition but I loved the welcome Anthony sign from day one on the door! It made me feel so welcomed and like wow they really care! I love the daily pictures. You can see that the teachers honestly love and care for the kids!
I’m so happy we chose Doodle Bugs! Our daughter has blossomed. The staff is friendly and the building is just beautiful.
Teachers are well-qualified and enthusiastic about their work. Doodle Bugs! provides activities that are enjoyable for kids, and the structure required to prepare for school and life in general.
We love the teachers at Doodle Bugs! and the care, love and fun they provide to our son. Our son loves his classroom, teachers and friends. He’s grown so much since we began and we couldn’t be happier.
We love the teachers at Doodle Bugs! and the care, love and fun they provide to our son. Our son loves his classroom, teachers and friends. He’s grown so much since we began and we couldn’t be happier.
Love Doodle Bugs! They are so great for the development of our child! Truly the major leagues and world class child care!
Very organized and makes every child feel welcome. We love the fun field trips and fresh healthy food.
Going back to work after having a baby is hard. The team at Doodle Bugs made my transition back into the workplace comfortable, and not so scary! I love that I can log into the mobile app whenever I find myself missing my little one (which is a lot!) and get instant gratification as soon as I see her playing with her teachers and classmates on my phone.
All of the teachers and staff members that I’ve interacted with are incredibly approachable and genuinely care about my child, as well as all the other children in the center.
My son is learning so much and he’s having fun while doing it. He loves Doodle Bugs!
We love our son’s teachers, the staff as a whole, and the creative things he gets to do each day. It’s not hard to get him excited to go to school each morning and he has a lot to tell us at the end of the day about everything he accomplished.
I enjoy that all of the employees are friendly and easy to talk to. They keep you informed about what’s going on and how the days go. I really like the Tad Poles daily report and love seeing the pictures they capture throughout the day. I feel comfortable leaving my baby in their care as they are all responsible respectful people who care about the well being of your child! It’s also nice to be greeted by name whenever coming or going!
I’m amazed by the quality of care! I absolutely love that my daughter feels comfortable and enjoys going to Doodle Bugs.
I feel the staff truly cares about every family. It’s extremely comforting!
The staff is friendly. The center is immaculate. Children are cared for in a manner that keeps them active and creative helping them learn through activities.
My husband and I love the wonderful care the teachers provide at this school to our daughter. Our daughter has learned so much in regards to talking, singing, counting, alphabet, etc.
I know that my son is safe, cared for and having fun. It’s a wonderful peace of mind. I also love that if I want to I can log into the cameras and watch what he is up to and I get fun pictures and a report of his activities every day. It’s a great place!
We LOVE Doodle Bugs! I love the facility and the workers are so great with my daughter. My daughter has so much fun being creative and is encouraged to work on her independence. She has grown so much because of Doodle Bugs! They feel like a second family and I never feel like my child is in an unsafe environment.
They are patient and treat my daughter with so much love. I would recommend to anyone.
I like the structure and curriculum for the bigger kids. Love the care and support of my son’s teachers. The artwork is so fun (his teachers do a lot of planning and set-up for this) my son really enjoys doing that and the activities.
Everyone is extremely friendly and great with children. My sons teachers, are top notch!
Love everything about Doodle Bugs!. Staff is always so nice and happy. Love getting emails throughout the day with pictures. They do so much with the kids. Security of the building is so important to me as well so I love their whole setup and system. I appreciate everything you guys do!
I absolutely love the Doodle Bugs! At first it was a difficult transition but I loved the welcome Anthony sign from day one on the door! It made me feel so welcomed and like wow they really care! I love the daily pictures. You can see that the teachers honestly love and care for the kids!
I’m so happy we chose Doodle Bugs! Our daughter has blossomed.
The staff is friendly and the building is just beautiful.
Teachers are well-qualified and enthusiastic about their work. Doodle Bugs! provides activities that are enjoyable for kids, and the structure required to prepare for school and life in general.
We love the teachers at Doodle Bugs! and the care, love and fun they provide to our son. Our son loves his classroom, teachers and friends. He’s grown so much since we began and we couldn’t be happier.
We love the teachers at Doodle Bugs! and the care, love and fun they provide to our son. Our son loves his classroom, teachers and friends. He’s grown so much since we began and we couldn’t be happier.
Love Doodle Bugs! They are so great for the development of our child! Truly the major leagues and world class child care!
Very organized and makes every child feel welcome. We love the fun field trips and fresh healthy food.
Going back to work after having a baby is hard. The team at Doodle Bugs made my transition back into the workplace comfortable, and not so scary! I love that I can log into the mobile app whenever I find myself missing my little one (which is a lot!) and get instant gratification as soon as I see her playing with her teachers and classmates on my phone.
All of the teachers and staff members that I’ve interacted with are incredibly approachable and genuinely care about my child, as well as all the other children in the center.
My son is learning so much and he’s having fun while doing it. He loves Doodle Bugs!
We love our son’s teachers, the staff as a whole, and the creative things he gets to do each day. It’s not hard to get him excited to go to school each morning and he has a lot to tell us at the end of the day about everything he accomplished.
I enjoy that all of the employees are friendly and easy to talk to. They keep you informed about what’s going on and how the days go. I really like the Tad Poles daily report and love seeing the pictures they capture throughout the day. I feel comfortable leaving my baby in their care as they are all responsible respectful people who care about the well being of your child! It’s also nice to be greeted by name whenever coming or going!
I’m amazed by the quality of care! I absolutely love that my daughter feels comfortable and enjoys going to Doodle Bugs.
I feel the staff truly cares about every family. It’s extremely comforting!
The staff is friendly. The center is immaculate. Children are cared for in a manner that keeps them active and creative helping them learn through activities.
My husband and I love the wonderful care the teachers provide at this school to our daughter. Our daughter has learned so much in regards to talking, singing, counting, alphabet, etc.
I know that my son is safe, cared for and having fun. It’s a wonderful peace of mind. I also love that if I want to I can log into the cameras and watch what he is up to and I get fun pictures and a report of his activities every day. It’s a great place!
We LOVE Doodle Bugs! I love the facility and the workers are so great with my daughter. My daughter has so much fun being creative and is encouraged to work on her independence. She has grown so much because of Doodle Bugs! They feel like a second family and I never feel like my child is in an unsafe environment.
They are patient and treat my daughter with so much love. I would recommend to anyone.
I like the structure and curriculum for the bigger kids. Love the care and support of my son’s teachers. The artwork is so fun (his teachers do a lot of planning and set-up for this) my son really enjoys doing that and the activities.
Outdoor Pool
Our “Splash and Play” swim enrichment program is for children 3 years and older and focuses on water games, swimming-readiness skills, and safety in and around the pool. The pool is properly secured with fences and child-proof gates, ensuring children are only able to gain access during designated pool activities. Safe, supervised pool time with familiar adults helps preschoolers become more comfortable in the water and improves balance and coordination.
Our Director
Marissa Lee Root
941.757.0330
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It is my vision that each child who comes through our door joins a community of children, families and teachers engaged in the joy, work, and wonder of childhood.