About KIDDIE RIDGE ACADEMY
KIDDIE RIDGE ACADEMY is a licensed Plantation preschool and childcare center where children from toddlers through pre-kindergarten discover the joy of learning in a warm, nurturing environment. Our dedicated team of early childhood educators creates engaging experiences that spark curiosity and build the foundation for lifelong success.
Using the research-based Creative Curriculum curriculum, we believe every child learns best through hands-on exploration and meaningful play. Our classrooms are designed to encourage independence, creativity, and social development while preparing children for kindergarten and beyond.
Families in Plantation and surrounding Broward County communities have trusted KIDDIE RIDGE ACADEMY for quality early education. We're proud to be a VPK provider and School Readiness partner, offering Florida families access to programs that make quality childcare accessible and affordable.
We invite you to visit our center and see why so many families choose KIDDIE RIDGE ACADEMY as their childcare home.
Services & Programs
Program Details
Our preschool program prepares children for kindergarten through play-based learning and structured activities that develop cognitive, social, and motor skills.
- Early literacy and math foundations
- Creative arts and music
- Social-emotional development
- Outdoor play and physical activities
Florida's FREE Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program provides 540 hours of quality early education to prepare 4-year-olds for kindergarten success.
- State-funded (FREE for eligible children)
- Focus on kindergarten readiness
- Qualified VPK instructors
- Research-based curriculum
Curriculum & Approach
Primary Curriculum
Beyond Centers & Circle Time (3 to K) | Beyond Cribs & Rattles (Birth to 3) | The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Twos (Birth to 3) | The Creative Curriculum for Preschool (3 to K)
Learning Philosophy
Play-based learning combined with structured activities to develop the whole child - cognitive, social, emotional, and physical domains.
Languages
English primary instruction with Spanish language exposure available.
Licensing & Accreditation
Accreditations & Certifications
Parent Reviews
"We absolutely love this preschool! The teachers are so caring and my daughter has learned so much. The VPK program is excellent and she's more than ready for kindergarten."
"Clean, safe environment with wonderful staff. They truly care about each child's development. Communication with parents is excellent - we get daily updates and photos."