About Us

We’re not just another daycare.

We’re your
child’s other home

Scottsdale Academy welcomes you and your child to a fun-filled and accredited learning environment. We understand the stresses of working parents and non-traditional families — and we commend the stay-at-home parents who want to improve their child’s social skills.

The goal at our preschool is to allow your child to feel they are at their “other home” when they step through our doors.

Who We Are

The Florida Gold Seal Quality Program is the state’s highest level of recognition for childcare providers. It’s awarded by the Florida Division of Early Learning
to centers that demonstrate excellence across three areas:

  • Quality of Care
  • Curriculum
  • Family Engagement

Our school was designed specifically for children and is laid out to maximize teachable moments while in our care. The staff is loving, compassionate and ready to serve your child in any way possible to enhance his or her experiences while at Scottsdale Academy.

Scottsdale Academy has an accredited educational and social environment, as well as a creative curriculum specifically developed for young children. We are recognized as a Florida Gold Seal Quality Program — one of the highest accreditations a childcare center can earn in the state.

Our Mission

Children love learning through play

From infant care to preschool, we strive to create a sense of community by building upon each child’s background, language and learning abilities so that each child feels a positive sense of self.
Children should feel they are at their “other home” when they step through the doors of Scottsdale Academy.
At Scottsdale Academy we set ourselves apart from every other preschools in Tallahassee.

What We Believe

Learning happens through play — what we call “strategic fun”
Every child deserves to be seen as an individual
Parents are a vital part of our school — communication is encouraged and welcomed daily
We embrace all religions, races and cultures
A nurturing environment and a loving staff make all the difference

At a Glance

An Overview of Scottsdale Academy

Accreditation

APPLE Distinction & Florida Gold Seal

Ages Served

6 weeks (infant care) to 5 years (VPK)

Classrooms

10 per location

Ratios

1:4 (youngest) to 2:22 (oldest)

Hours

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Meals

Snacks and beverages provided; lunch from home or in-house option

Staff per school

24 teachers + director, asst. director, area director, dean of curriculum and professional development, owners

Staff education

Child Development Associate (CDA), 45 DCF hours, Annual Inservice hours

Staff benefits

Medical, dental, Life, Aflac, vacation/holidays, 401K, incentive programs

Schedule options

5-Mornings, Full-Time, and 3-Hour VPK

Curriculum

Beyond Centers and Circle Time® + Beyond Cribs and Rattles®

Enrollment fees

$200 registration, $250 materials

Calendar

Open year-round; closed 12 holidays + 1 teacher planning day

Locations

Mahan at Fallschase & Southwood