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Kiddie Academy of Whitestone

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

705 152nd Street, Whitestone, NY 11357

Phone: 718-747-5555

Fax: 718-747-3299

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

Careers at Whitestone

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 the Owner

Emily Zaghi

Hello Whitestone Community! My name is Emily and I look forward to meeting you and to welcoming you to Kiddie Academy. First and foremost, my husband Moshe and I are the proud parents of three amazing daughters, ages 9, 7, and 1.5 (a Kiddie Academy toddler!). Before joining KA, I worked as a CPA in Asset Management Tax at PwC and as the Director of Operations at a national non-for-profit. I love building and supporting passionate teams of individuals, problem solving and most of all, leading with creativity and care. My goal is that the families in our Academy know that their children are getting excellent care, having fun, and learning and growing each and every day. It is my hope that parents are as comfortable leaving their children here at Kiddie Academy as they are leaving them with family. Please don't hesitate to reach out! I can be reached directly at emily.zaghi@kiddieacademy.net. I look forward to connecting with you!

Meet Our Team

Diane Benedetti

Assistant Director

Hello! I’m Diane Benedetti, the Assistant Director at Kiddie Academy of Whitestone. I’ve been here since day one, starting as a teacher alongside our amazing Director, Ms. Judy, and I’m proud to support our school’s everyday operations and our wonderful team of teachers. You’ll be greeted with a big smile when you walk into our academy because I genuinely love what I do! Kiddie Academy feels like family to me in more ways than one—my son, Bradley, is a proud Pre-K graduate here. I look forward to welcoming you and sharing the warm, bubbly spirit that makes Kiddie Academy so special!

Judy Martinez

Director

I began working at Kiddie Academy of Whitestone in May of 2011, shortly after having my 2nd daughter. She also began attending our infant program and since then has graduated from our UPK program. I have a Masters degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education. Prior to becoming a director, I had the opportunity to student teach at 2 different schools in a 2nd grade classroom as well as in a Pre-school setting. I worked for 6 years at an early childhood program as a Pre-school teacher and a Pre-K teacher. As an educator I believe that each child is a special individual who needs a secure, caring and stimulating atmosphere in which to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually, physically and socially. As the director I help teachers create an environment that is safe, developmentally appropriate and one that allows the child's natural curiosity. I believe that parent communication is essential in a child's early childhood development; and here at Kiddie Academy we have an open door policy and communicate daily with parents through our app and during drop off and pick up times. Please feel free to call and schedule a tour, we would love to answer any questions you may have.