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Kiddie Academy of St Johns

Every day, your child's imagination grows and their curiosity gathers momentum. Kiddie Academy of St Johns empowers and prepares them for life.

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Our Hours

Mon 6:30am - 6:30pm

Tue 6:30am - 6:30pm

Wed 6:30am - 6:30pm

Thu 6:30am - 6:30pm

Fri 6:30am - 6:30pm

We are closed: New Years Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, Day after Christmas

14975 Walden Springs Way, Jacksonville, FL 32258

Phone: 904-647-9186

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We're always looking for positive, energetic people with a passion for educating children.

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What Makes Our Kiddie Academy Special

Our Life Essentials^® curriculum is uniquely focused on the development of the outcomes that prepare children for life. At Kiddie Academy of [ACADEMY], your child will grow socially, physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Our highly trained educators are there every step of the way to guide, nurture, and cultivate your child’s development.

What You Can Expect

Kiddie Academy makes every day fun and educational for your child and convenient for you.

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What You Can Expect

Kiddie Academy makes every day fun and educational for your child and convenient for you.

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What You’ll Love

Nutritious lunch and snacks provided
State-of-the-art classrooms designed around children’s needs
Schedules that are convenient for full-time working families
Communications and photos about your child’s day through our Academy Link^® app

Highlights of Our Academy

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Our Awards & Accreditations

Meet Our Team

Ms. LeAnna Palluch

Academy Director

My name is LeAnna Palluch, and I am the director here at Kiddie Academy of St Johns. I am a longtime childcare provider and have worked in this field for over 20 years. I hold an Associate’s Degree and a Florida Director’s Credential. My passion is working with children, and I look forward to providing the best possible care and education for your child! On a personal note, I am originally from South Carolina, but have lived in Jacksonville for the past 18 years. I have a daughter named Ryleigh and we also have 2 fur babies, Casper and Rosey. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, shopping, and watching movies. I am also a South Carolina Gamecocks fan!

Valerie Payne-Jumpp

Director of Curriculum

My name is Valerie Payne-Jumpp I am the Director of Curriculum for Kiddie Academy of St. Johns. I have worked in the ECE field for 20 years and counting, with a passion for curriculum and professional development of fellow educators. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Music and Vocal Pedagogy from High Point University as well as my Florida Director’s Credential. In my personal life I am a wife and a new mother of a beautiful baby boy. In my free time I enjoy musical theatre, reading, English history and all things Harry Potter!