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Kiddie Academy of Des Peres

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We are located just 1/4 mile West of the intersection of I-270 and Manchester.

Every day your child's imagination grows and their curiosity gathers momentum—Kiddie Academy of Des Peres 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 Des Peres, 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.

We help St. Louis companies create an even better employee experience with child care benefits through a partnership with Kiddie Academy. Learn more about workplace sponsored childcare benefits with Kiddie Academy.

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The Preschool Classroom: A Tour Through a World Designed for Learning

Welcome to the magical world of preschool! 🌟 As you step into this room of endless possibilities, you might wonder, why every nook and cranny is how it is. Let's…

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Accelerated Success at Kiddie Academy: Heading to Kindergarten at Second-Grade Levels

We pride ourselves on equipping young minds for a brilliant future. Recent assessments revealed a remarkable achievement: all of our students are more than ready for kindergarten success, and those…

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Empowering at every age: our learning programs

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Infant Care

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.

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Why Des Peres 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®

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.

Hear from our parents

I might come off as bias but I truly believe KADP is the top school around. When I tell my family some of the things Dayla is working on at school they are so impressed. I really love it here
Deidra H., Des Peres

Our girls seem to learn something new every day! The curriculum is very well-rounded, we are kept up to date on changes or updates to what they are learning and how they are progressing. We love every teacher we have had - they have all been compassionate, kind, understanding, and helpful with our daughters education…
Kathleen G., Des Peres

We love Kiddie Academy! Our toddler is in the 2’s room and has a blast every day she’s at school. Ms. Kimmy is fantastic and treats our girl like family. She has learned so much over the past few years and we can’t wait to see how she progresses in the future.
Lauren D., Des Peres

We love KA!
Cathrine M., Des Peres

KA has provided consistent and high quality childcare and early childhood education. The entire staff recognizes and knows each child by name and their interests making it very comfortable to send my children to KA because I know they are not only being educated but that they are being cared for.
Sara L., Des Peres

My son is happy to go there everyday and has learned so much.
Alan B., Des Peres

Small class size
Gloria S., Des Peres

Our children are coming home each day with new skills and it really shows how much the curriculum helps them develop
Kathleen G., Des Peres

I love that there is a curriculum and the teachers work on milestones with the kids.
Alyssa M., Des Peres

We are so fortunate to have the entire staff of KA as part of our “village”. The effort that goes into lessons, events, and even day-to-day activities shows how much they care. Anna, Maggie, and Evelyn have been particularly amazing with our youngest and offer to go above and beyond if I ever have questions/concerns.…
Kelly S., Des Peres

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