Our Services
Grace Kids Academy provides child care and early childhood education services for infants, toddlers, preschool-aged children, and their families in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. These services support children’s educational and social development through developmentally appropriate instruction, individualized guidance, and learning experiences that recognize that every child develops at their own pace. Delivered as part of each child’s daily classroom experience, services help teachers, children, and families work together to support continued learning and developmental progress.
We strive to meet the needs of each individual child.
Bilingual Curriculum
Children often benefit from learning in more than one language during their early years, especially in multilingual households or when families want to strengthen communication across languages. The Bilingual Curriculum in Grace Kids Academy, introduces children to both Spanish and English through age-appropriate instruction woven into everyday classroom experiences. Learning is integrated naturally throughout the day to support language development alongside early academic and social skills.
How It Works:
Children participate in bilingual learning experiences that include:
- Spanish and English instruction during daily classroom activities.
- Play-centered learning using the Creative Curriculum©.
- Age-appropriate activities that support kindergarten readiness.
What to Expect
Language learning is incorporated into regular classroom routines rather than taught as a separate subject. Teachers introduce new concepts in developmentally appropriate ways while encouraging children to participate at their own comfort level. As children progress, learning experiences become more challenging to match their growing language and academic skills.
Individualized Plans
Children develop skills at different rates, so some families seek a learning environment that recognizes individual strengths and areas needing additional support. Individualize plans in Grace Kids Academy, help teachers provide learning experiences that reflect each child’s developmental progress while supporting participation in the classroom. Daily observations help guide activities that encourage continued learning and growth.
How It Works:
Learning experiences are adapted to each child’s development through:
- Recorded observations of daily learning and participation.
- One-on-one activities that reinforce developing skills.
- Group enrichment activities with ongoing improvement tracking.
What to Expect
Teachers regularly observe each child’s progress during classroom activities and adjust learning opportunities as developmental needs change. Individual support is provided alongside group participation to encourage continued engagement with peers. Families receive updates that help them understand their child’s progress over time.
Family Engagement
Families often want opportunities to stay involved in their child’s early learning beyond daily drop-off and pick-up. Family Engagement in Grace Kids Academy, encourages collaboration between families and teachers by creating opportunities to participate in classroom experiences and remain informed about children’s development. Ongoing communication helps strengthen the connection between learning at school and at home.
How It Works:
Families are encouraged to participate through:
- Parent volunteer opportunities in the classroom.
- Family activities that support shared learning experiences.
- Educational resources and community involvement opportunities.
What to Expect
Family participation may vary based on schedules and individual interests throughout the year. Teachers share information and resources that help families reinforce learning outside the classroom. Opportunities for involvement are offered regularly to encourage ongoing communication and collaboration.
Developmental Assessments
Many families appreciate understanding how their child is progressing as developmental milestones emerge during the early years. Development Assessments in Grace Kids Academy, provide age-appropriate screenings and ongoing observations that help identify children’s cognitive, social-emotional, and overall developmental progress. The information supports teachers and families in making informed decisions about each child’s learning experiences.
How It Works:
Children’s development is monitored using age-appropriate tools that include:
- Cognitive development screening using ASQ:3.
- Social-emotional development screening using ASQ: SE.
- Overall developmental observations through Teaching Strategies Gold©, along with parent resources.
What to Expect
Development is reviewed periodically as children participate in everyday classroom activities and routines. Assessment results are shared with families to provide a clearer understanding of developmental progress and discuss any recommended next steps when appropriate. Ongoing observations help ensure learning experiences continue to reflect each child’s changing needs.
Nutritious Meals & Snacks
Many families look for a child care program that includes nutritious meals and snacks as part of the daily routine, especially when children spend several hours at the center. The Nutrious Meals & Snacks provides children breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack that supports their daily participation in learning and play. Mealtime also help children to develop healthy eating habits, practice social interaction, and establish consistent daily routines.
How It Works:
Children receive age-appropriate meals and snacks throughout the day that include:
- Nutritious breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks.
- Mealtime routines that encourage healthy eating habits.
- Supervised meals in a structured classroom environment.
What to Expect
Meals and snacks are served at scheduled times as part of each child’s daily routine. Families may share information about allergies, dietary restrictions, or other nutritional considerations to help support their child’s individual needs. Mealtime practices are incorporated into the classroom schedule to provide children with consistent opportunities to eat, interact with peers, and return to learning activities.