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Kiddie Academy® of Dacula

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Empowering at every age: our learning programs

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Health Essentials

All Ages

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Infant Care

6 weeks to 12 months

New Beginnings

Infants have individual personalities. We help bring them to light.

Toddler Care

13 to 24 months

Discovering Me

Toddlers are extremely active. We keep them actively learning.

Early Preschool

2-Year-Olds

Exploring My World

At two years old, children need to explore. We give them every opportunity.

Preschool

3-Year-Olds

I Can Do It

At three years old, children discover and create. We encourage them to do it all.

Pre-Kindergarten

4-Year-Olds

Ready, Set, Go

At four years old, children are preparing for school. We get them ready to go.

Kindergarten

5-Year-Olds

On My Way

Between ages 4 and 5, children are about to take on the world. We give them the tools to do it.

School Age

Ages 5 to 12

Creative Explorers

School-age children are curious about the world. We help them decipher it.

Summer Camp

Ages 5 to 12

CampVentures®

All day adventures. All summer long.®

We aim to make your child's summer as educational as it is fun, through themed events, activities and trips.

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A little about our Academy

Each Academy is a little different. Here's what makes us unique:

  • A curriculum that exceeds state standards
  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Parent communications portal
  • Safe and secure state-of-the-art facility
  • Georgia Pre-k onsite
  • Monthly "Parents Night Out"
  • Secure access and cameras in every room
  • Splash pad
  • Weekly Soccer Shots for ages 2 and up

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  • Greg Washington, On-site Owner/Operator

    Dr. Greg Washington is a retired Army Special Forces Lieutenant Colonel, an experienced general manager, higher education executive, and a university professor...   Read More

    Greg Washington, On-site Owner/Operator

    Dr. Greg Washington is a retired Army Special Forces Lieutenant Colonel, an experienced general manager, higher education executive, and a university professor whose 26-year career includes senior leadership of large and small military as well as private sector organizations.  Greg, father of preschool-aged twins, who attend Kiddie Academy of Dacula, was thrilled to transition into Early Childhood Education as a means of being the best father he can be for most important people in his life.  That mindset, along with his professional experience make him uniquely suited to ensure this academy delivers on its promise to provide high quality education-based childcare where children can delevolop a life-long love of learning and have a great time doing it!  

  • Imani Wilkey, Academy Director

    Imani has a Bachelor's degree and 15 years of devoted childhood experience. She is from New York and now residing in the...   Read More

    Imani Wilkey, Academy Director

    Imani has a Bachelor's degree and 15 years of devoted childhood experience. She is from New York and now residing in the Gwinnett area with her three kids and is expecting a new baby in 2022. In her free time she devotes herself to her childrens' extra curricular activities. When she is not busy with her children she is home relaxing and watching her favorite movies.

  • Anju Kuriakose, Assistant Director

    Anju holds a Masters degree in Information Technology and a Bachelor's degree related to Early Childhood Education. She was born in India...   Read More

    Anju Kuriakose, Assistant Director

    Anju holds a Masters degree in Information Technology and a Bachelor's degree related to Early Childhood Education. She was born in India and moved to United States in 2018. She served as a high school teacher for four years and joined Kiddie Academy in Aug 2018. She worked as Private Pre - K Lead and GA. Pre-K Lead for three years and moved to the management and accepted the role of Assistant Director from July 2021. She resides in the Gwinnett area with her husband and two kids( A Senior and a third grader). In her free time, she loves to bake and listen to music. She is dedicated to providing a nurturing, safe and learning environment and give parents the trust and comfort they deserve.

  • Jerica "MJay" Morris, G A. Pre k Lead Teacher

    MJay holds a Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and has served in a variety of roles related to caring for and educating...   Read More

    Jerica "MJay" Morris, G A. Pre k Lead Teacher

    MJay holds a Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and has served in a variety of roles related to caring for and educating young children. She joined the Kiddie Academy team as a Lead Teacher in our Preschool program in July 2018.

  • Aimee Lor, Lead Teacher

    Amiee came to Kiddie Academy with 12 years experience in early childcare education. She is a Lead Teacher in our Two Year...   Read More

    Aimee Lor, Lead Teacher

    Amiee came to Kiddie Academy with 12 years experience in early childcare education. She is a Lead Teacher in our Two Year old program.

Hear from our parents

“They are the best school ”
Vesta J., Dacula

“The staff is very friendly and courteous. I took my child there after removing him from a childcare in the area where he was treated differently because of his skin color. Me and my child are welcomed in this facility and I that makes me feel good knowing that I am leaving him in the… ”
Halima D., Dacula

“Excellent place and the staff is very friendly and helpful. ”
Alpha D., Dacula

“Great service,family oriented my kids enjoy going to kiddie Academy. ”
Renette C., Dacula

“The best sign for me is my son's smile when he goes to school and back. This smile and his readiness every morning proves to me how well Kiddie Academy is doing its job. ”
Farnaz D., Dacula

“I like the teachers and the owner. Greg really calmed me and my wife down. The heart everyone showed to us is the reason we stay. ”
Daniel C., Dacula

“I highly recommend this place! Best staff ever. ”
Zulema M., Dacula

“genuinely cares about the children ”
Darius C., Dacula

“My son’s teachers have taught him so much the short time he’s been here! I work with him at home but, the things he learns at school are spot on with where he should be developmentally. I appreciate them more than they know. ”
Brisha G., Dacula

“Interaction with the kids; caring about the kids; clean facility ”
Alliison C., Dacula

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Kiddie Academy Donates $40,000 to Family Promise

12/28/21

Kiddie Academy Donates $40,000 to Family Promise