Big Blue Marble Academy (Apopka)
Open today 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Description provided by the business.At Big Blue Marble Academy, we nurture little minds through a robust curriculum that ensures children are cognitively, socially, and emotionally prepared for kindergarten and beyond. Our programs are designed to meet your child’s needs at their age and stage of development, supported by caring, trained staff who encourage a love of learning. From immersive language lessons to “Heart Projects” modeling giving back at the earliest ages, discover why more families choose Big Blue Marble Academy for daycare and preschool.
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Location Info
301 W Welch Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
| Monday | 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Financial Aid
- Subsidies & Vouchers
Languages Spoken
- English
Location Details
- Offers camp programs.
- Can provide homework assistance.
- Offers out-of-school time care.
- Offers summer care programs.
- Offers transitional kindergarden (TK/VPK).
- Staff can administer medication.
- Staff are CPR certified.
- Staff are first aid certified.
- Health screenings are available at this location.
- Meals are provided.
Programs Offered
Infants
Toddlers
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
This is an age of discovery and wonder. Toddlers are becoming more aware of what is happening around them, often imitating others and learning what interests them. What’s more, as they begin to develop new skills, they begin to build greater confidence in their abilities. In addition to personal care, our toddler teachers focus on approaches to play and learning, cognitive development, communication and language development, physical development, and social & emotional development.
Two's
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
At Big Blue Marble Academy, we create an environment that nurtures and embraces the high-energy attitudes of two-year-olds by giving them plenty of room to explore. Our curriculum for this age group incorporates music and movement to introduce children to new skills in fun and memorable ways, build their confidence, and help strengthen their love of learning. A typical day can include songs, story time, music, and movement during “Circle Time” and “Free Choice,” which gives children the opportunity to make choices about what activity they would like to participate in based on their own interests. Our childhood program focuses on providing enriching learning experiences for young children in our child care center. Our childhood education classes are designed to support their brain development, promote literacy skills, and introduce new math concepts.
Three's
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English, Spanish
Description
Our preschool program is designed to encourage our three-year-olds to develop respect and appreciation for other cultures through our global curriculum, including weekly Spanish classes taught by an experienced bilingual preschool teacher. Children learn language skills through stories, music, and games in an immersive, interactive environment, with a learning program tailored to preschoolers’ unique needs.
Four's
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
Young children are permeable learners, meaning they have the capability to learn many concepts at once. At four years old, our students in the preschool learning program, led by experienced preschool teachers, are getting ready to incorporate all that they are learning at the physical, cognitive, and social-emotional levels in order to make that important transition to kindergarten. Our focus on higher-level thinking within a safe and nurturing learning environment, where students learn to approach problems and attempt new challenges with an “I Can” attitude, means that they can carry these foundational skills with them to kindergarten and beyond.
Florida VPK
Schedules
Part Time
Calendar
School Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
For Four- and Five-Year-Olds Who Reside in Florida. The Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Education Program or Florida VPK is a FREE Pre-K program for four and five-year-olds who reside in Florida. Florida VPK gives children a jump start by preparing them for school and enhancing their pre-reading, pre-math, language and social skills. By developing the skills children need to become strong readers and students at an early age, children are more likely to be successful in school. Florida VPK classrooms offer high-quality programs that include high literacy standards, developmentally appropriate curricula, manageable class sizes, and qualified teachers. The Florida VPK school-year program includes 540 hours of instructional time and begins in August. Registration starts in March and goes through July. To register, parents must bring their registration form to secure a spot and prove Florida residency. Children must be age four on or before September 1 and going to K-5 the following year. Limited Space Available!
Free to qualifying families
Before and After School Care
Schedules
Before Care, After Care
Calendar
School Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
We offer before- and after-school care at most of our child care centers. As a part of our before-school program, children may be dropped off in the morning and most locations provide breakfast before transporting or transitioning them to school or one of our onsite school-age or state Pre-K programs. Our after-school programs also offer homework support, learning opportunities, and social skills development for children. We offer various activities across age ranges from structured exploration of different cultures and destinations, to supervised play and games, to more independent play and homework support for the older students. Our after-school program provides homework support and fosters character development through group activities and additional playtime.
Summer Camp
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Summer Only
Languages Taught
English
Description
Each year during summer months, our Passport to Adventure Club transforms into a high-energy, fun-filled, full-day summer camp! Our camps take global learning to a deeper level through hands-on, multi-sensory experiences, field trips (where available), interactive interest-based clubs, and world language learning. Big Blue Marble Academy’s summer camp offers fun and learning. Campers love everything that BBMA has to offer, including lasting memories and making new friends. Big Blue Marble Summer Camp is open to school age children (ages 5-12). We also incorporate our summer theme into our preschool classes (children ages 3-4) with on-site activities.
Licensing
Big Blue Marble Academy (Apopka) is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
C09OR1348
Capacity
277
Issued
01/23
Parent Reviews
My son has been at BBMA for about 3-4 months now and I love the center. Being a first time mom, it was nerve wracking having to leave my baby in the care of others, but the staff is absolutely WONDERFUL. Ms. Cindy and Ms.Anna always greet my baby and care for him with love! In the afternoon he’s cared for by Yudilaidis and she’s also great! The staff always tells my son bye when he leaves and it just adds that special touch. I was recommended to take my son here by a coworker of mine and it was the best decision I ever made. I love that he’s also spoken to in Spanish so he can pick up some words and hopefully can be bilingual! My son is able to learn how to interact with other babies and I love getting updates through the day and photos! I also love that the center is so clean and organized! Best center hands down!
My wife and I, 16 month old, and puppy just moved to the Apopka area. We just toured the big Blue Marble Academy in Apopka and had an amazing time. Brieanna, the director was informative and encouraged us to ask questions. Nikita, the manager was always ready to answer my call and was wonderfully warm and receptive to our first time parent jitters. We’re really excited to get our daughter enrolled in Big Blue Marble and for her to be cared for by this incredibly experienced, kind, and safe environment. 🌎
My wife and I had a wonderful experience visiting Big Blue Marble Academy! From the moment we walked in, the three office personnel were incredibly welcoming, friendly, and professional. Our tour guide, Nakita, was very knowledgeable and spent plenty of time with us. One highlight that stood out was seeing a classroom engaged in a yoga session with the students. It was heartwarming to witness such calming activity being integrated into the daily routine. We are looking forward to starting our 1 year old here this fall!
