Our Hours

Mon 7am - 7pm
Tue 7am - 7pm
Wed 7am - 7pm
Thu 7am - 7pm
Fri 7am - 7pm

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

Careers at Williamsburg

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 williamsburg, 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

  • Schedules that are convenient for full-time working families
  • Communications and photos about your child’s day through our Academy Link® app
  • Child-centric care provided by professional educators and early learning experts.

Highlights of Our Academy

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Meet the Owner

Howard Chen

This childcare center was born out of desperate father looking for a way to spend more time with his children.  Like many new Yorkers, my wife and I both had great careers with a bright outlook.  We both enjoyed living in Brooklyn as it was a vibrant neighborhood with great restaurants and culture, not to mention the great commute to Manhattan where we both worked.  Then we had the amazing experience of welcoming our first born into the world.  Like most new parents, we went out to seek quality child care immediately.  We were looking for constant updates, caring staff, keeping track of how she was doing and would want to be there for her first moments.  However, there wasn’t one to be found in the area. We just couldn’t find a place where we felt comfortable leaving her for 10 hours a day. That was the moment that I knew something needed to be changed, regardless how much I valued my career.  It became clear that I had to provide high quality childcare. What this meant to me was a warm and inviting environment where highly qualified teaching staff are passionate about children and truly care about their needs, their happiness, and their growth.  I knew that creating this was not only important for me and my family, but for so many working families out there. I have a special connection to Williamsburg as my wife and I had our first child in this area.  Through many friends, I come to realized that this area is truly in need of a high quality, trust worthy, and passionate center.   I wanted to serve the neighborhood that we have seen transformed in the past few years, grow with it, and be a value to add to the community.      I am honored to finally be able to open our doors to you and your children. Thank you for trusting us with your babies. 

Meet Our Team

Melissa C. Frank

Academy Director
With over a decade of experience in Early Childhood Education, Ms. Melissa began her journey as an infant teacher and has since worked with every age group, gaining a deep understanding of each child’s developmental needs. For the past three years, she has proudly served as a Center Director, supporting not only children and families but also leading and empowering educators. Her passion is rooted in the belief that early childhood is one of the most impactful stages of life. As a proud mother of two daughters, Ms. Melissa brings both professional and personal insight into creating nurturing environments where every child feels seen, heard, and valued. Outside of school, she enjoys running (she recently completed her first half-marathon!), listening to country music, and cherishing family time. 

Zoe Sperrazza

Education Director
Dr. Zoe Sperrazza brings a strong background in early childhood education and a passion for supporting both teachers and children. As Education Director, she guides curriculum implementation, mentors educators, and helps create classrooms where children feel safe, engaged, and inspired to learn. Zoe is also a proud mom to a toddler, which deepens her understanding of early development and fuels her commitment to providing nurturing, high-quality care for all children.