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Family-owned in Miami · Since 1987

Where Miami grows up

A caring bilingual preschool with three free meals a day, free VPK, and tours every weekday. Thirty-eight years of looking after Miami’s littlest learners.

A moment at Kiddie Corner Academy
Thrive by 5 PartnerGold Seal AwardedCaring since 1987Bilingual (EN / ES)Free VPK + Meals
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About

About Kiddie Corner Academy

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Kiddie Corner Academy is a family-owned childcare center in Miami, Florida. We opened our doors in 1987 with three classrooms and room for 50 children.

Nearly four decades later, we have grown side-by-side with our community into sixteen classrooms and care for up to 405 children at a time — the same warm, family-run school, scaled up for the neighborhood we love.

What hasn’t changed: our commitment to affordable, high-quality care that feels like home.

Our mission

Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, welcoming place where every child can reach their full potential. We deliver high-quality early care that stimulates each child’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth.

The goal: confident, curious, independent thinkers who grow up to be thoughtful, capable, and generous members of their community.

At a glance

  • Caring for Miami families since 1987
  • Serving ages 6 weeks through 12 years
  • Fully licensed and nationally accredited (A.P.P.L.E.)
  • Bilingual English / Spanish teachers
  • Free VPK for eligible 4- and 5-year-olds
  • Free USDA meals and snacks
  • Funshine Express curriculum (play-based, state-approved)
  • Multicultural programming

Virtual tour

A walk through our school

A walk through the classrooms your child would spend the day in.

Take the full tour
  • Stop 1

    Welcome at the front desk

    The first thing every parent and child sees — a warm greeting, a signed hello, and a walk toward the classrooms.

  • Stop 2

    The infant nursery

    Rows of cribs, a jungle mural overhead, a blue rocking chair, and shelves of soft sensory toys. Everything built for gentle routines.

  • Stop 3

    A toddler learning corner

    Bilingual color, alphabet, and shape posters. A small play table. An alphabet rug on the floor — bilingual from the very first year.

  • Stop 4

    The Dr. Seuss reading room

    Soft cushy chairs, an alphabet rug, and a book display stocked with classic Dr. Seuss titles. Where literacy comes alive for 3- and 4-year-olds.

Our team

Meet our teachers

Certified, bilingual, and with years of experience at Kiddie Corner.

Meet the full team
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    Director

    Maria Lores

    Maria has led Kiddie Corner Academy for over 20 years. A lifelong early educator, she believes every child deserves warmth, patience, and respect.

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    Ms. Angie

    Assistant Director

    Angie knows every child by name and every parent by heart. Families describe her as the reason Kiddie Corner feels like home.

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    Ms. Barbara

    Lead Infant Teacher

    Barbara treats every infant like her own. A calm, steady presence in the nursery for many years.

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    Ms. Isabelle

    Toddler Teacher

    Isabelle helps toddlers find their voice — in two languages. Families credit her with their child’s first words in Spanish.

Accreditation

Accreditation & Recognition

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State license #C-11MD0687
  • A.P.P.L.E. Accreditation

    A.P.P.L.E. Accreditation

    Nationally accredited early-learning program

  • Florida Gold Seal of Excellence

    Florida Gold Seal of Excellence

    State-level quality recognition

  • F.A.C.C.M. Member

    F.A.C.C.M. Member

    Florida child-care industry advocacy

  • VPK Approved Provider

    VPK Approved Provider

    Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten

  • USDA Child Care Food Program

    USDA Child Care Food Program

    Free, USDA-compliant meals every day

  • Thrive by 5 Partner

    Thrive by 5 Partner

    Children’s Trust scholarship partner

Everyday care

Meals & safety

Free USDA-approved meals and the measures that keep every child safe.

Meals

Three free meals a day

  • Balanced breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack
  • Rotating menus, posted monthly
  • USDA + Florida DOH compliant
  • Allergy + dietary accommodations
See the food program

Safety

Our #1 priority

  • CPR & First Aid certified staff
  • Keypad-secured entry
  • Cameras in every classroom
  • Strict daily sign-in / sign-out
  • Trained for emergencies
  • Five age-appropriate playgrounds
See all measures

Tuition

Tuition & Enrollment

Transparent rates. No surprise fees. VPK is free.

See tuition + aid options
Registration: $50
  • Infants (3 weeks – 12 months)

    $195 / $175 per week

    Full-time / part-time. Includes formula warming; diapers billed separately.

  • Toddlers (12 months – 2 years)

    $165 / $145 per week

    Full-time / part-time. Funshine Express curriculum.

  • Twoddlers (2 – 3 years, "pull-ups")

    $160 / $140 per week

    Full-time / part-time. Potty-training support.

  • Preschool (3 – 4 years)

    $145 / $135 per week

    Full-time / part-time. Character-education + Funshine.

  • Pre-Kindergarten (4 – 5 years)

    $145 / $135 per week

    Full-time / part-time. Research-based kindergarten prep.

  • VPK (4 – 5 years)

    Free

    State-funded. Wrap-around care available at Pre-K rate.

  • School-Age (K – 5th grade)

    $135 per week

    Before- and after-school blocks + holiday care.

  • Summer Camp (K – 5th grade)

    Weekly — call for rates

    Flexible weekly enrollment. Field-trip weeks may differ.

Enrollment

Registration & Enrollment

From first tour to first day, usually two weeks.

See enrollment details
  1. 1

    Schedule a tour

    Call (305) 362-8222 to set up a tour. Tours are by appointment, Monday through Friday — we work around your schedule.

  2. 2

    Meet with the Director and your child’s future teachers

    A personal interview with one of our Directors gets us better acquainted with your family. Walk through the classroom your child would actually join, watch routines in action, and ask anything.

  3. 3

    Complete a short enrollment packet

    Contact info, emergency contacts, pickup authorizations, and your child’s basic profile. Bring immunization records (FL Form 680) and a recent physical (FL Form 3040).

  4. 4

    Pay registration + first week

    A one-time $50 registration secures your spot. First week’s tuition is collected at start date. Cash, credit, or check from a local bank.

  5. 5

    Pick a start date

    Sooner is usually better — it gives your child time to settle before any big schedule changes. We keep the first week intentionally soft.

FAQ

Quick answers

The questions parents ask us most.

See all FAQs
  • What are your hours of operation?

    We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.

  • What ages does Kiddie Corner Academy serve?

    We provide year-round, full- and part-time care for children ages 3 weeks through 12 years old.

  • How do I enroll my child?

    Call (305) 362-8222 to schedule a tour and discuss availability. Tours are by appointment, Monday through Friday — we work around your schedule. You do not need to fill out pre-enrollment forms before your tour; we walk you through the whole process on the day you decide to enroll.

  • What are your tuition rates?

    Tuition varies by program (infant care vs. pre-kindergarten) and schedule (full-time vs. part-time). See the Tuition page for current rates or call us for a custom quote.

  • Do you offer a multi-child discount?

    Yes — a 10% family-appreciation discount for families with two or more children enrolled at the same time, as long as at least one child is enrolled full-time. The 10% is applied to the oldest full-time sibling.

  • Can tuition be paid online?

    Not yet — we are working on it. For now, tuition can be paid in our front office via cash, credit, or check from a local bank.

What families say about us

5.0Based on 7 parent reviews
Read all on Google
Kiddie Corner is like a family. Everyone is so loving, warm and inviting! The teachers truly treat your children like one of their own! My two infants light up when they see their teachers. The school is absolutely the most beautiful, clean and organized school I have seen in Miami.
Mistique J.
Mom of twin infants + a toddler
Kiddie Corner is like coming home. All the teachers are like family to me and my daughters. I drive all the way from Miramar to take my daughter to Kiddie Corner. This is the best place ever to have your kids. It would be like a second home to them.
Brandy O.
Mom of two
I LOVE KIDDIE CORNER! This isn’t your average preschool. Kiddie Corner is family. Both of my daughters have attended here since age 10 months. The staff is wonderful — Angie knows everything about every child and makes parents feel like your child is at a family member’s house.
Crissi A.
Mom of two daughters
Great school with great teachers, caretakers, and office staff. My daughter has been here for over a year and I could not have asked for a better place. I have the peace of mind that my child is well taken care of and is also having fun and learning new things every day.
Elisa G.
Mom
We love Kiddie Corner Academy! When it was time for me to go back to work, we visited five schools. We wanted a place where our kids would be nurtured and really cared for, not just watched over. The teachers and staff are really wonderful; they really care for our kids. I am confident they are in great hands.
Montero G.
Former stay-at-home parent
Beautifully decorated, super mega clean and organized. They have created a lovely environment for all the kids. The best of all is the human quality of the teachers and staff. Many people recommended public school for VPK, but I decided to stay here — she’s being very well educated.
Giselle G.
VPK parent
I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Kiddie Corner Academy! Angie, Mercedes, Barbara and Olga treated my granddaughters like family. My mind is totally at ease during the day.
Nadine S.
Grandmother of two

For kids

Fun at home

Games and songs that reinforce what we learn in class.

See all activities
  • Starfall Learn to Read — Starfall
    Starfall logo
    Reading & StoriesAges 4–6

    Starfall Learn to Read

    Phonics-first lessons with Zac the Rat and friends — systematic sound-by-sound reading practice.

    StarfallPlay
  • Duolingo ABC — Duolingo ABC
    Duolingo ABC logo
    Reading & StoriesAges 3–5

    Duolingo ABC

    Free reading app from Duolingo — bite-size phonics and sight-word lessons for brand-new readers.

    Duolingo ABCPlay
  • Storyline Online — Storyline Online
    Storyline Online logo
    Reading & StoriesAges 2–6

    Storyline Online

    Famous actors read favorite children’s books aloud — story time any time of day.

    Storyline OnlinePlay
  • Teach Your Monster to Read — Teach Your Monster
    Teach Your Monster logo
    Reading & StoriesAges 4–6

    Teach Your Monster to Read

    Award-winning free reading game — kids build a monster, then learn phonics through silly adventures.

    Teach Your MonsterPlay
  • PBS Kids Super Why! — PBS Kids
    PBS Kids logo
    Letters & ABCsAges 3–5

    PBS Kids Super Why!

    Letter recognition and spelling games with Alpha Pig, Princess Presto, and the Super Readers.

    PBS KidsPlay
  • Starfall ABCs — Starfall
    Starfall logo
    Letters & ABCsAges 2–4

    Starfall ABCs

    Classic tap-a-letter activities — each letter sings its sound with a tiny animation.

    StarfallPlay

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Tours Monday through Friday. The best way to know if we’re the right fit is to walk through the door.