Kiddie Academy

Kiddie Academy® Educational Child Care is now in Olathe, KS! 🎉 Kiddie Academy of Olathe, owned and operated by TCF Schools Management, recently celebrated its Grand Opening in conjunction with Storytime LIVE!, a free community event featuring special storybook readings and character visits. “We’re very excited to open our 13th Kiddie Academy under TCF Schools Management in Olathe,” said Ellen Muneratti, CEO of TCF Schools Management. “We’re bringing the Kiddie Academy brand to a new state, and our plan is to open at least two more schools next year in Kansas. While Olathe has other child care options, our Life Essentials® curriculum sets us apart.” We’re excited to have Kiddie Academy of Olathe as part of our growing community! 

From June 27 – 29, Franchisees, Directors, and Educators gathered in Denver, Colorado for the Kiddie Academy® 2024 Annual Conference!    With a record attendance of more than 300 attendees, we were able to share our message far and wide, focusing on the Life Essentials® curriculum’s ability to produce the six outcomes – Character, Confidence, Curiosity, Connection, Critical Thinking, and Creative Expression – and the impact it has on children. Big thanks to all who joined us this year and contributed to making this event such a great success. Your participation is truly invaluable. 

One of the best parts of the Kiddie Academy® Annual Conference is when we get the opportunity to announce the winners of our Awards Program. The time and effort our Kiddie Academy community puts into bringing our values and the Life Essentials® curriculum to life does not go unnoticed, and it’s an honor to have the opportunity to celebrate those who truly go above and beyond.��    Congratulations again to our winners!    Franchisee of the Year: Tom and Marsha Keller and Laura Eads, Kiddie Academy of O’Fallon, Des Peres, Chesterfield New Academy of the Year: Edmond, Oklahoma   Director of the Year: Natalie Reed, Kiddie Academy of Mount Prospect New Director of the Year: Kimberly Sheffer, Kiddie Academy of Magnolia  Teacher of the Year (Mid-Atlantic Region): Sean Neil, Kiddie Academy of Gaithersburg Teacher of the Year (Southeastern Region): Claraisabel Duchesne, Kiddie Academy of Longwood-Lake Mary Teacher of the Year (Central Region): Amberlye Slider, Kiddie Academy of Harmony Teacher of the Year (Western Region): Roxanne Vincent, Kiddie Academy of Renton Teacher of the Year (Northeastern Region): Rosanne Shrivnauth, Kiddie Academy of Floral Park Brand Champions:  - Sanddy Marchena, Kiddie Academy of Cedar Knolls and Lakewood Ranch  - Nemi and Payal Kotadiya , Kiddie Academy of Corona  - Franz Von Haas and Adam Muhleisen, Kiddie Academy of Denver-Boulevard One  - Glenda Gonzalez, Kiddie Academy of Aliana and Cypress  - Carly Nunalee, Kiddie Academy of Wilmington and Wilmington South Campus Community Essentials: Kiddie Academy of Gaithersburg Life Essentials (Mid-Atlantic Region): Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Township  Life Essentials (Southeast Region): Kiddie Academy of Morrisville  Life Essentials (Central Region): Kiddie Academy of Elyson  Life Essentials (Western Region): Kiddie Academy of Paradise Hills  Life Essentials (Northeastern Region): Kiddie Academy of Floral Park

Kiddie Academy® Educational Child Care is now open in Kennesaw, GA! Please join us in congratulating Ajay and Payal Anand on the opening of their first Academy in the Atlanta, GA market.  The franchisees are excited about their new Academy which includes a splash pad and bike track.  With the opening of Kiddie Academy of Kennesaw, over 25 new jobs will be brought to the area. Ajay and Payal are committed to building a strong presence in their community and are excited to provide a positive experience to families, educators, and children. 

Kiddie Academy® Educational Child Care is now open in Chanhassen, MN! Please join us in congratulating Robert and Erin Blanton on the opening of their second Academy in the Minnesota market.  Their positive experience opening Kiddie Academy of Edina inspired them to open this second location.  The new Academy is a 10,059 square foot freestanding building with over 5,029 square feet of playground space. The opening of Kiddie Academy of Chanhassen will bring over 28 new jobs to the area. Erin is passionate about providing children with the skills learned through our proprietary Life Essentials® curriculum. Erin shared, “Throughout the process of opening our second location we learned lessons in perseverance, navigating the unknown, and self-awareness. All of these lessons ladder up to our Character Essentials Education as seeds of strength that we will plant in the minds of the incredible little people that begin their journey at Kiddie Academy of Chanhassen. 

Becoming a franchise owner is a big decision – one that typically comes with a variety of inevitable questions. To give you some clarity, we’ve rounded up potential franchisees most common “what ifs” in our latest Franchising Essentials blog post. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gFCvBSMh

When it comes to instilling a love for our planet in children, literacy plays an important role. Introducing young minds to engaging books about nature, animals, and conservation sparks their curiosity about the environment and empowers them to become responsible stewards of our Earth. A recent creative event organized by Kiddie Academy of Gaithersburg is an excellent example of this. It beautifully demonstrated how to nurture both a love of reading and a respect for the world around us in future generations. Read more on our Family Essentials Blog https://lnkd.in/eWv6Ynm7

Curiosity is what compels us to know and understand. We must always ask questions from a place of curiosity —to learn the “why” —so we can better understand diverse perspectives and connect on our shared goals. When we embrace curiosity, we drive innovation, which is critical for continued success and growth. Tom Keller and Laura Eads, Kiddie Academy franchisees, share their thoughts on curiosity and its place in educational child care.

Overwhelmed by the uncertainty that often accompanies election years? Check out this month’s Entrepreneur article by our Chief Development Officer, Jeff Brazier for tips on how to prepare your business and mitigate risk: https://lnkd.in/ggBiR9UG

We are extremely excited to announce that Kiddie Academy is hiring!   Are you ready to take your career to the next level?  Work for a growing community that supports over 330 Academies!  We are looking for talented individuals to join our dynamic team at our corporate headquarters in Abingdon, MD. Open Positions: Director of Creative Services  Franchise Business Consultant  Vendor Relations Specialist  Manager of Franchise Development  Associate General Counsel  Learning Administrator  Why Kiddie Academy? Opportunity: Being part of a national brand offers you extensive career development and professional growth. Kiddie Academy offers a diverse range of career opportunities at all levels of expertise, spanning over 12 unique areas focused on supporting our Franchisees, such as Education, Development, Operations, and Technology. Benefits: We take care of the whole person, offering our employees competitive benefits that include insurance plans, 401K, child care discounts, vacation time to recharge, and professional development opportunities.  Collaborative Culture: To be competitive, you need to be collaborative. We value diverse thinking and encourage you to be part of the conversation, whether you’ve been here for a few weeks or several years. You’ll be part of the sustained, strategic growth that has consistently earned us national and local recognition in the educational child care and franchise industries. Excellence: In over 40 years of private ownership, Kiddie Academy’s expansion has been fueled by a focus on the needs of our Franchisees and the families they serve. We’re proud to have been recognized on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list for 20 years in a row and as one of the Best Places to Work since 2020. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity with a growing company, click here to apply! https://lnkd.in/enNw4Zak