New Beginnings
Our New Beginnings curriculum is designed to develop and reinforce each…
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Welcome to Kiddie Academy® of Bloomfield, CT
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A child care learning center that will exceed your expectations.
Visit our academy, meet our staff, see our classrooms and play on our playgrounds.
We provide care that focuses on days filled with learning and fun, the key ingredients of our Life Essentials® educational philosophy. The smiles you’ll see on our children’s faces will delight you. The words from our children’s parents will impress you.
We realize the tremendous level of trust you place in a childcare provider. You want your child to thrive in an environment that's as clean, safe and nurturing as your home. Kiddie Academy is more than daycare. We set the standards for safety, education and trust. Just ask the Kiddie Academy parents of Bloomfield, CT — they are our best references.
What Our Parents are Saying
News & Events
News: Plan a Summer Camp Adventure
Apr 29, 2013Looking for a fun & educational summer camp experience for your child this year? Kiddie Academy has the answer, with our all-new Camp Adventure program! Designed for children up to age 12, the Camp Adventure curriculum is built upon a series of themes designed to inspire your child to explore, create, interact and stay active during the summer months… Read More
News: 5 Ideas for Rainy Day Fun
Apr 01, 2013In addition to lovely flowers, April showers can also produce bored children who'd rather be at the playground than stuck inside. To help busy parents faced with the dreaded "I'm bored" complaint, our Kiddie Academy education team has compiled a list of fun rainy day activities. As a bonus, each idea also has an educational component… Read More
News: The Eco-Friendly Busy Family
Apr 01, 2013Earth Day (April 22, 2013) is the perfect opportunity to reinforce lessons about our environment. As working parents, we can sometimes get overwhelmed with all the things we need to do for our children each day. As a result, planning eco-friendly activities at home may just fall off the list. What's a busy parent to do to recognize Earth Day?… Read More
News: Simple Steps for Spring Cleaning
Mar 20, 2013You loved it, you bought it and you're storing it. But do you still need it? That's the essential question when it's time for Spring Cleaning… Read More
News: Facebook Photo Contest Winner Announced
Mar 11, 2013We have a winner in Kiddie Academy's "The Moment I Knew…" Photo Contest. Following two months of gathering entries, and thousands of votes, the judging committee chose a photo of a child demonstrating self-reliance as the winner of the Facebook® photo contest. The photo depicts Jackson Barker learning to swim. As the first place winner, the family will receive a free year of Kiddie Academy tuition, valued at up to $10,000… Read More
A Great Place to Make a Difference
Are you interested in a career in child care in your community?
Your local Kiddie Academy offers ongoing training and a professional environment, all in addition to giving you the opportunity to be surrounded by happy, eager children. At Kiddie Academy, you can truly make a difference to children and their families.
Kiddie Academy of Bloomfield
Hours
Monday-Friday 7:00am - 6:30pmAges Served
6 weeks to 12 yearsCertifications
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Schedule a Visit
As a parent, one of the most important choices you make is choosing the best care for your child when you can't be there. Our goal is to provide the best environment for your child between home and school—balancing education and valuable social skills.
We welcome you to schedule a visit with your local Kiddie Academy to see for yourself how our Life Essentials® curriculum delivers the best experience for your child, and why Community Begins Here.®
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Our Programs
Infant Daycare:
New Beginnings
6 weeks to 12 months
Toddler Daycare:
Discovering Me
13 to 24 months
Preschool Curriculum:
Exploring My World
2 Year Olds
Preschool Curriculum:
I Can Do It
3 Year Olds
Preschool Curriculum:
Ready, Set, Go
4 Year Olds
Pre-Kindergarten:
On My Way
5 Year Olds
School Age Programs:
Creative Explorers
6 years - 12 years
Summer Camp:
Camp Adventure
1 year - 12 yearsClick here to see how Kiddie Academy meets or exceeds your state's standards. »
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Our Photo Gallery
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Quality Childcare Checklist
Child's Experience
- What is the background and training of teachers and staff?
- What is the teacher to child ratio?
- Is the educational philosophy one that will fit with your child?
- Does the curriculum balance education and play appropriately?
- What is the amount of time spent outdoors?
- Is a significant amount of the day dedicated to physical fitness?
- How are nutritious meals and snacks incorporated into your child's everyday routine?
Equipment and Supplies
- Has the child/day care center provided state-of-the-art, developmentally appropriate educational tools and aids?
- Does playground equipment meet federal and safety standards?
- Have learning aids and furniture been designed for maximum comfort and learning?
- Are detailed inspections and evaluations of the day care facility performed before any piece of equipment is brought onto the premises?
Cleanliness
- Does the daycare center appear exceptionally clean, both inside and outside?
- Are there established guidelines for sanitizing the diapering stations, bathrooms, kitchens, toys and tables?
- Is there a janitorial service hired to thoroughly sanitize and cleanse the entire facility on a regular basis?
- When you walk around the daycare center does it smell fresh and clean?
Parent Partnership
- How involved do you feel you will be with your child's experience at the daycare center?
- What kind of constant communication does the center promise?
- How open are the teachers and staff about talking with you?
- Are they willing to share information about your child's activities daily?
Health and Safety Features
- Do all entries and exits provide secure/controlled access?
- Are there established fire alarms/security systems/evacuation procedures posted?
- Is there stable fencing surrounding the entire facility?
- Does the daycare center have security cameras and/or webcams?
- Is there a well-established health and safety program?
- Is a health check performed every morning by each child's teacher to look for signs and symptoms of illness?
- Have all staff members and teachers had background checks?
Floor Plan
- Does the daycare center layout allow for constant sight and sound contact with your child?
- Is the childcare classroom configuration one that promotes safe learning and encourages creativity?
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Parent Resources
Online Forms
Download and print forms.
State Standards
Download Kiddie Academy State Standards Comparison Document.
Music & More
Learn about our Music & More program
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