Kiddie Academy^® of Lakewood Ranch

We can't wait to meet you

• Johanna Reilly and Karin Kiernan, General Manager and Assistant Director

  

  Hello! My name is Johanna Reilly (left) and I am the General Manager at Kiddie Academy.  I am a mother of two...   Read More

  Johanna Reilly and Karin Kiernan, General Manager and Assistant Director

  Hello! My name is Johanna Reilly (left) and I am the General Manager at Kiddie Academy.  I am a mother of two children, a girl and a boy.  I have worked with children since I was in HS.  I received my CDA and Directors's credentials in the late 90's.  I taught CDA classes for Manatee County and understand the importance of the early years of a child's life.  I am available to assist your child in having a positive and strong foundation for the rest of their lives. Hello, my name is Karin Kiernan (right) and I am the Assistant Director at Kiddie Academy.  I have worked at Kiddie Academy since 2011 in many various roles.  I have been a VPK teacher, VPK coordinator and Education Coach.  I also have a BS degree.  I have been married for 28 years and have 2 children attending UF.  Cultivating a nuturing learning environment where children can explore and establsih a foundation for the love of learning is my biggest goal.  Community begins right here with our dedicated staff and parent partners, looking forward to this wonderful new chapter.  

• Marina Wolf-Schmidt and Bill Schmidt, Owners

  

  The on-site owners are Marina Wolf-Schmidt and Bill Schmidt. Marina is a graduate of Columbia University, with a Masters of Arts, in...   Read More

  Marina Wolf-Schmidt and Bill Schmidt, Owners

  The on-site owners are Marina Wolf-Schmidt and Bill Schmidt. Marina is a graduate of Columbia University, with a Masters of Arts, in Childhood Development and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She started her career  as a teacher and later had an opportunity in Human Resources Development. In this capacity, she held several key leadership positions as Vice President of Human Resources and Director of Learning and Development within Fortune 500 companies, such as Blue Cross & Blue Shield, SmithKline Beecham, and Honeywell. Marina is a member and volunteers on the United Way Womens Counsel and actively participates in Childcare Makeovers. She also serves on the Technical Board of Early Childhood Development in Manatee County; President of the Board for the Gulf Coast CEO Forum and a VP, Programs for Columbia University Alumni.  Bill and Marina both serve on District 5 Advisory Board for Manatee Board of County Commissioners. Bill Schmidt has a Mechanical Engineering degree and a Masters in Manufacturing Engineering from New Jersey Institute of Technology. He has held many management positions with companies such as Clorox, Bic Pens, and Tropitone Furniture. Marina and Bill's greatest joy is their 18 year old daughter Kristina. Kristina is a honor student that attends Boston College. Currently, she is involved in ballet, student ambassador club and the Women's Business Club. It is truly a privilege to be a parent and we are totally committed to developing and caring for your precious children.