Caring for Miami families since 1987
A warm, welcoming start for your child.
Gold Seal–awarded, bilingual, and loved by Miami families for 37 years. Free VPK, free meals, and scholarship options through Thrive by 5, School Readiness, and Families Forward for families who qualify.
Miami, since 1987
Real classroom photos coming soon.
From tiny tummies to kindergarten-ready.
Explore our programs by age. Every classroom is built around warmth, learning through play, and real relationships with your child.
3 weeks – 12 months
Infants
Your baby’s first home away from home.
$195 / $175 per week
12 months – 2 years
Toddlers
Boundless energy, gently channeled.
$165 / $145 per week
2 – 3 years
Twoddlers
The pull-ups year — curious, capable, creative.
$160 / $140 per week
3 – 4 years
Preschool
Ready to learn, ready to play.
$145 / $135 per week
4 – 5 years
Pre-Kindergarten
Real readiness for real kindergarten.
$145 / $135 per week
4 – 5 years
VPK (Free)
Florida's free kindergarten prep — right here.
Free · State-funded
K – 5th grade
Before & After School
Safe, fun care around the school day.
$135 per week
K – 5th grade
Summer Camp
Themes, field trips, and a whole lot of fun.
Weekly — call for rates
About
About Kiddie Corner Academy
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.
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
- Extended hours: 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Before- and after-school care + summer camp
Our team
Meet our teachers
Certified, bilingual, and with years of experience at Kiddie Corner.
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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
A.P.P.L.E. Accreditation
Nationally accredited early-learning program
Florida Gold Seal of Excellence
State-level quality recognition
F.A.C.C.M. Member
Florida child-care industry advocacy
VPK Approved Provider
Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten
USDA Child Care Food Program
Free, USDA-compliant meals every day
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
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
Tuition
Tuition & Enrollment
Transparent rates. No surprise fees. VPK is free.
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
Twoddlers (2 – 3 years)
$160 / $140 per week
Preschool (3 – 4 years)
$145 / $135 per week
Pre-Kindergarten (4 – 5 years)
$145 / $135 per week
VPK (4 – 5 years)
Free
State-funded. Wrap-around care available at Pre-K rate.
School-Age (K – 5th grade)
$135 per week
Summer Camp (K – 5th grade)
Weekly — call for rates
Enrollment
Registration & Enrollment
From first tour to first day, usually two weeks.
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Schedule a tour
Call (305) 362-8222 or book online. Tours are Mon–Fri, 8 AM – 12 PM and 3 PM – 6:30 PM.
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Meet your child’s future teachers
Walk through the classroom your child would actually join. Watch routines in action. Ask anything.
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Complete a short enrollment packet
Contact info, emergency contacts, pickup authorizations, and your child’s basic profile.
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Pay registration + first week
A one-time $50 registration secures your spot. First week’s tuition is collected at start date.
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Pick a start date
Sooner is usually better — it gives your child time to settle. We keep the first week intentionally soft.
FAQ
Quick answers
The questions parents ask us most.
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 run Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 12 PM and 3 PM – 6:30 PM.
What are your tuition rates?
Tuition varies by program and schedule. 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.
Is Kiddie Corner Academy a licensed childcare facility?
Yes. We are fully licensed by the State of Florida (License #C-11MD0687) and nationally accredited through A.P.P.L.E.
Come see our classrooms.
Tours Monday through Friday. The best way to know if we’re the right fit is to walk through the door.