Young Scholars Academy
Open today 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Description provided by the business.Preschool center offering learning opportunities and an English and Spanish bilingual language immersion program. Academics focus on increasing elementary school readiness with lessons held in subject-based classrooms including science, math, English and language arts, social-emotional activities, social studies, Spanish, dance, and physical education and health. Dance studio offers preschool students the opportunity to develop healthy muscles, enhance flexibility, and brain stimulation through music and movement. Students rotate from each learning area to another, with each classroom equipped with furniture and materials.
Openings Now
Young Scholars Academy is now enrolling children ages 2-5 years of age for Summer Camps and for Fall 2026. Call or email to schedule a tour today! We are conveniently located near the I-15 exit on 177 W. 12300 S. Draper, UT
Location Info
177 W 12300 S #108
Draper, UT 84020
(177 W 12300 S #108)
| Monday | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Financial Aid
- Subsidies & Vouchers
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
Location Details
- Offers classes for kids.
- Offers summer care programs.
- Staff are CPR certified.
- Outdoor play space is available.
Programs Offered
Junior Preschool Program
Preschool Program
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English, Spanish
Potty Training
Required
Description
Our comprehensive curriculum covers science, math, social studies, English, Spanish and arts, all taught in accordance with Utah’s early childhood core standards and guidance. Development of essential social and emotional skills and self regulation is a key component of the program.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Arts-Based
- Bilingual
- Language Immersion
From $345 to $985 per month
Pre-K Program
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English, Spanish
Potty Training
Required
Description
Our exceptional Pre-Kindergarten program promotes comprehensive cognitive, physical, language, and social-emotional development. These standards are designed to foster school readiness and lay a strong foundation for future academic and social success.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Arts-Based
- Bilingual
From $345 to $985 per month
Summer Camps
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Summer Only
Languages Taught
English, Spanish
Potty Training
Required
Description
Our fun and creative Summer Camps offer a wide range of activities during the summer months, providing opportunities for learning, skill development and social interaction. We offer themed weeks such as Art, Cooking, Camping, Wild West, Water/Ocean weeks just to name a few. Enrollment Fee is $100.
Education Types
- Arts-Based
- Creative Curriculum
- Bilingual
From $345 to $985 per month
Licensing
Young Scholars Academy is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
F16-47814
Capacity
75
Issued
01/16
Parent Reviews
Our daughter has gone to young scholars for the past two years for preschool and preK as well as after/before school child care. She has grown so much! She has learned some Spanish, math, writing and they do so many cool things to help the kiddos learn and grow! Sometimes it blows my mind the things she knows already that I know came from going to young scholars. Their programs they put on for us are also so fun and I can tell they put so much work into them. Beyond that, the staff is so kind and my daughter tells them that she loves them. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a good place for their kiddos! Thank you for a great two years!
Haley, Thank you for your review. All of us here at Young Scholars Academy take pride in our work and instilling a love for learning in the young minds of the children that we teach. Your daughter has grown so much over the past several years and we are truly going to miss her smiling face. She is always so full of energy and eager to learn. She is going to do incredible things in the future. Thank you again for sharing her with us.
We loved Young Scholars so much! It has been the best preschool experience for my daughter! I’ve seen so much growth in her confidence, social skills, and love for learning since she started attending. The staff truly cares about each child and creates a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. Communication with parents is excellent, and it’s comforting to know my daughter is in such good hands. I highly recommend Young Scholars Academy to any family looking for a preschool that genuinely invests in their children’s development and happiness.
Asha, Thank you for your kind review. We have absolutely loved your daughter. All of us here at Young Scholars Academy are going to miss her but know that she is going to exceed in Kindergarten. Thank you for sharing her with us.
We have loved our time at Young Scholars! All three of our kids have attended.
Annie, Thank you for your review of Young Scholars Academy. We have loved having your children with us and look forward to another wonderful year with your youngest. Thank you for allowing us to love and teach them.
WOW!!! I majored in Early Child Development. I taught my own preschool for 15 years. I wanted my grandson to go to the best preschool in the Salt Lake Valley. I found that school right here in Draper at Young Scholars Academy & (it’s so conveniently situation right off the freeway which is just a bonus.) :) Patty and her AMAZING team of teachers love each one of their student’s. They are all invested in helping each child develop. They take the time to individually know each child and their needs. Her school creates an environment where children have fun while learning. My grandson absolutely loves it. And I hope whoever reads this will love it to.
Jennifer, Thank you for your kind review. All of our staff here at Young Scholars Academy truly appreciate it when someone acknowledges and recognizes the hard work, dedication and love that we put into what we do and teach to our students. We are so happy as well with the progress that your grandson has made, especially this past year. You can tell that he loves what he is learning, the smile on his face says it all. Thank you for allowing us to teach and love him.
If you are looking for an incredible preschool for your child (ages 2-5), hands down I recommend Young Scholars Academy. They have been nothing but amazing for both of my kids. They boosted Owen’s confidence, supported his curiosity, and encouraged his social skills. He left for kindergarten already reading, doing basic addition and subtraction, and figuring out multiplication in his own. Emily has excelled with Spanish, often talking where I have to Google what she is saying. She is able to express herself and has excelled in her dance, singing, and art with their support. Above all, it is a safe, loving, and high achieving environment for kids. I love all of the teachers and so do my kids!
Dear Samantha, it has been such a joy to have both of your children at our school. They are smart and easy to teach and love, they learn quickly and it has wonderful to see how fast they have grown and developed. Young Scholars Academy is grateful for the opportunity to have had the opportunity to work with them. We will miss you all when your last one graduates from our school and moves up to kindergarten. Your kind review motivates us all to continue working hard for all the children that we teach, thank you.
Great school. The teachers and owners are all passionate about their jobs and the wellbeing of our children. Our son is 5 and will be attending kindergarten next year. Undoubtedly, he will be well ahead of his fellow classmates in his educational level. Our second son will be attending Young Scholars when he is of age. Thanks for all you do Patty and Bryon!!
Dear friend, we are so happy that you found us! We are proud of the quality of work that we provide for our students at Young Scholars Academy, and it deeply motivates us when parents such as yourself recognize our efforts and contribution to society. We love your son and can't wait for your next one to grow older and join us as well. Thank you for the time you took to write this special review, we love your family.
This place is amazing! I have had both my kids go through this Academy and it’s been amazing for each of them. I would put them as the top place for kids to learn and grow here in this great state. Mrs Patti and Mr. Bryan are amazing as well as their staff. My kids still talk about the teachers there with love and affection. This place is simply the best!!!
Jeff, Thank you so much for your review. All of us at Young Scholars Academy have loved having your children here at our school. Thank you for allowing us to teach and love them. We know that they are going to do great things in the future with the core values that they have learned here with us. Thank you for being amazing parents and for all of your support.
My son loves spending time there and has made great friends! It's impressive to see him learn spanish words and see how far he's come in writing his name!
Thank you so much Cam for your 5 star review. All of us here at Young Scholars Academy absolutely love your son, he's so polite, loving and caring. Thank you for the opportunity to teach him this year.
I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for everything you have done for my children over the past few years. Both of my kids have been attending YSA, and I couldn't be more grateful for the positive experiences they have had. Your dedicated teachers and staff have shown remarkable patience and commitment in nurturing their growth and education. The learning environment you provide has been instrumental in shaping their young minds, and I've witnessed tremendous progress in their academic and personal development. Moreover, the emphasis on values, diversity, and inclusivity at YSA is truly commendable. It's reassuring to know that my children are not only receiving an excellent education but also learning important life lessons that will serve them well in the future. I am thankful for the supportive community you have created, and I look forward to many more years of collaboration and growth with YSA. Please convey my gratitude to the entire team for their unwavering dedication to the students.
This is such a wonderful and heartfelt review, thank you so much Aline! We feel exactly the same here at Young Scholars Academy in regards to how much we love and appreciate your children and family. Thank you for the opportunity we had to teach your son, it was a pleasure having him in class, and see him grow and develop. Your daughter is also a very important part of our school family, and we're so happy we have another year with her before she too goes to kindergarten.
Our kids LOVE Young Scholar's. This is our second year of Pre-K and we couldn't be happier. All the teachers are incredible to our children. We love the different activities and programs, as well as the individual attention they give to each student. We highly recommend Young Scholar's Academy!
Thank you for your review Bryce. All of us here at Young Scholars Academy are going to really miss your children. They have really become a part of our school family. We know that they are going to thrive in Kindergarten because of what they have learned here at Young Scholars Academy. Thank you again for allowing us to teach and love your children. We wish you all the best!
It was pretty stressful and time consuming trying to find the right preschool/daycare for my child. We checked out every one within a 10 mile radius. Finding the right hours, cost, safety, cleanliness, good staff, wanting my child to learn and be happy while being cared for and not owned by a corporation. This preschool checked all those boxes! Family owned and they’re always there involved with the day to day learning and always happy to greet you when you arrive. Every parent has a key code so the kids are safe inside. They do the cutest programs and activities and my child made some best friends there. The only downside is that their outside play area is very small and not a lot of activities to do. But It has been a great experience and I would recommend this preschool to anyone!
Thank you for your review Lindsay. We are humbled by your kind words and five star review. All of us here at Young Scholars Academy are grateful for the opportunity that we have had to teach and love your child. We are thrilled to be able to provide a safe and fun environment where children can learn and thrive. Our outside play area is adequate for the small classes that go outside at different times. We are sad that you did not attend our Summer Camps to see the fun activities that we do outside. We are very happy that you were able to find us and thank you for your feedback.
I can’t say enough good things about Young Scholars. My wife and I were looking for a preschool that offered an aftercare option that didn’t require a midday relocation. Young Scholars fit the bill and also checked numerous other boxes, one of which being the curriculum. My wife has a degree in Elementary Education and has been a teacher for years. The quality of learning that the Young Scholar team delivers is great. Our daughter learns so much on a weekly basis. It has been so fun to watch her grow. They also make it a point to plan fun activities for the kids very regularly. Our daughter absolutely loves going to school. The staff knows each child so well. They genuinely care about the kids. Keep it up Miss Patty and team!
Mike, Thank you for your kind review. We have loved having your daughter with us at Young Scholars Academy for the past several years. She has been a joy to have in our class. She is always happy and eager to learn. We are sad to see her go but know that she will exceed in Kindergarten. Thank you again for sharing her with us and we hope that you will stop her by to see us occasionally.
All 3 of my children have graduated from Young Scholars. I recommend them to all of my friends. They have provided a structured, nurturing, safe, and clean environment for my children to thrive in. They offer fair pricing and reliable hours of care, and the bi-lingual integration is a bonus. Thank you YSA!
Pa Auna, Thank you for your review. It has been an honor for all of us at Young Scholars Academy to be able to teach and love all 3 of your children since they were all 2 years of age until they have moved on to Kindergarten. Thank you again for your review and for entrusting us with your children. We love them.
My two girls go to this Preschool already for several years. They are always happy when I take them there. This is a great preschool. Trustful, caring and loving personal. I am very happy to find this preschool for my kids.
Olga, thank you for your review. It has been our pleasure at Young Scholars Academy to teach and love your girls. It is hard to believe that the time has come for them to move on to Elementary school. We will miss them and wish you and your family all the best.
Our home away from home. A a single parent is such a relief to know my son is in good hands. All the teachers treat my son like their own. I know he gets the love, lessons, and attention he needs. I love that they learn school information as well as safety and some Spanish! We love Young Scholars .
Thank you for your review Tiff. All of us here at Young Scholars Academy have loved teaching your son and his older sister too. We happy to know that you recognize the variety of engaging programs that support early childhood development and prepare your children for future academic success. Thank you for allowing us to teach and love your children.
We love Young Scholars Academy! The staff and owners are so kind, friendly, and attentive. We love that they do Spanish immersion and my child loves learning Spanish. My child is only three but can write their own name from practicing letters at school. They do the cutest projects with the kids and the programs are so adorable! If you are looking for a great preschool and daycare, this is it!
Dear Jaime, thank you so much for your kind words. All of us here at Young Scholars Academy love the opportunity to support parents with the growth and development of their children. We're pleased to see how much your child loves school and learning. Thank you again for your review.
We loved Young Scholars Academy! My son went there for three years before he started kindergarten. I highly recommend Young Scholar Academy. They are amazing. The facility is clean, safe, and fun. My boy learned a lot, and in his kindergarten assessment, he was above the kindergarten requirements, and that is because of the knowledge he received at Young Scholars. Thank you Young Scholars Academy for everything you do, you are the best place for kids in the area.
Thank you for your review Elena. All of us at Young Scholars Academy are excited to know that your son scored well above what is required for Kindergarten. We strive to instil a love for learning in the children and know that your son will continue to excel through his years of learning. We miss him.
Great place for my child to start his education. Teachers that really care. He loved his time here. Highly recommend.
Lindi, Thank you for your review. All of us here at Young Scholars Academy love your son. We know that he is prepared for a bright future. Thank you again for your review.
Not only do we as parents love Young Scholars Academy but our daughter loves it just as much. The quality of teachers at the school is amazing and they actually interact with the kids unlike other daycares we’ve seen. Our daughter is always asking over the weekend to go back and she loves all of the activities they plan.
Thank you for your review Makenzie. It is a pleasure for all of us at Young Scholars Academy to teach and love your daughter. We know that she is well prepared for Kindergarten. Thank you for sharing her with us and allowing us to love and teach her. We love your family and thank you for your kind words.
My 3 year old has loved YSA. He's been there almost 6 months and loves all his teachers and the opportunity to learn dance and Spanish along with the regular preschool curriculum. I've been so impressed with their COVID precautions and working so hard to stay safe and keep everyone healthy so they haven't had to close down. Love the communication with the staff using the new app they're using (Brightwheel). He does all day M, W, F preschool + daycare.
Emily, Thank you for your review. I am sorry that it has taken this long to respond to your review. All of us at Young Scholars Academy know that he is going to excel in anything he sets his mind to. He is an amazing boy and we miss him. Thank you again for your review.
I totally would recommend Young Scholars Academy to every parent in Utah, you will not find a better place with such a clean and organized standards. The academic curriculum is perfect for these development ages between 2 - 5 years old. Many kindergarten teachers at different schools are so happy to see kids coming from Young Scholars Academy, the kids are well prepared and ready to keep learning. It is a safe and loving place for little people.
Brenda, Thank you for your detailed review. At Young Scholars Academy, we believe every child is unique and deserves the best possible start in life. We miss you and hope that you are doing well.
We love this preschool so much. Teachers really care about my kids and treat them as their own. Curriculum is well organized and I can see that my kids' weak areas are improving. Also, summer camp was so much fun! Definitely recommend!
Maxim, Thank you for your review. We hope that your boys are doing well and enjoying their experience in Elementary School. All of us at Young Scholars Academy believe that young children need developmentally appropriate experiences to begin valuing and loving learning. Our main focus is to create a solid foundation for students' future learning. Our curriculum circles around the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of our preschool students. We know this benefited your boys and we are glad that they enjoyed our fun Summer Camps. Thank you again for your review and please let your boys know that we miss them.
I cannot express enough how much we like young scholar academy. Even though it’s a new school, we’ve been taking our three kids since they were babies and Mrs Patty and Mr Bryon had a daycare instead. The instructors take a personal interest in the kids and it feels like we are leaving our kids with family. It sounds strange but it was the only school we visited that did not wreak of urine. The owner prioritizes hygiene and cleanliness. Maybe it’s just me, but I just wouldn’t feel right leaving my kids at the other schools. My two oldest kids left YSA, reading at a first grade level. Their academics are fantastic and we make sure to recommend them to anybody who asks.
Mayer, Thank you for your review. We are sorry that we have not responded until now. You know how much all of us at Young Scholars Academy love your children. We are happy to know how much they learned and have been exceeding in their academics. We hope to be able to teach your daughter in the near future. Thanks again for your review. We love you and your family.
We have taken all three of our boys here because it's simply the best. It's small enough that the staff and owners treat you and your kids like family. My children have benefited from personalized teaching that has prepared them to enter Kindergarten well above where they needed to be. They also have Spanish time each day (from native speakers), which helps with early development. We have tried other schools in the past and when we found this one there was no leaving.
Tom, All of us at Young Scholars Academy appreciate your review and for the opportunity we had to teach and love your boys. We are thrilled that they not only exceeded in their academics but with Spanish as well. Thank you for entrusting us with the care of your boys and for your kind review.
