Early Childhood Care & Learning in St. Louis
Early Learning Academy
At Early Learning Academy, we provide a safe, caring, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and grow with confidence. Our center supports young learners through nurturing care, daily structure, and age-appropriate activities that help build a strong foundation for the future.
Learning, Care, and Discovery Every Day
Early Learning Academy is dedicated to helping children feel supported as they explore the world around them. Our classrooms are designed to encourage curiosity, independence, social development, and early learning through hands-on experiences. We believe children thrive when they are cared for by dependable adults in a warm, welcoming environment that makes learning feel natural and fun.
Why us
Why Families Choose Early Learning Academy
At Early Learning Academy, we understand how important it is for families to find a childcare center they can trust. Our team is committed to creating a positive daily experience for children while supporting their emotional, social, physical, and educational growth. We focus on building confidence, encouraging creativity, and helping each child feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.
Nurturing Care
We provide a warm, supportive environment where children feel safe, comforted, and encouraged to grow with confidence.
Whole-Child Development
Our approach supports each child’s emotional, social, physical, and educational development through age-appropriate care.
Creative Learning
Children learn through hands-on activities, exploration, movement, and play that make each day engaging and meaningful.
Structured Growth
Daily routines help children build independence, responsibility, social skills, and school readiness over time.
Programs
Age-Specific Support for Every Stage
Infant Care
Our infant care program provides a calm, loving environment where babies receive attentive care, comfort, and interaction throughout the day. We focus on safety, consistency, and nurturing support during this important early stage.
Toddler Care
Toddlers are active learners, and our program gives them space to explore, communicate, move, and build independence. Through play and guided activities, children begin developing important social and early learning skills.
Preschool / Pre-K
Our Preschool and Pre-K programs help children prepare for kindergarten through structured learning, creative activities, social development, and early academic skills in a supportive classroom setting.
Before & After School Program
Our before and after school program gives school-age children a safe, supervised place to start and end their day. Children have time for homework, activities, social interaction, and relaxation in a comfortable environment.
Testimonials
My kids LOVE coming to Early Learning Academy! My kids have been coming here for over a year now and I couldn’t be happier to have found such a safe caring environment for my kids to be at! The staff is wonderful and the director Ms.Emily is outstanding and she so helpful with everything! The center always smells great and is so clean!
Veronica Jones
Love this place! My son adjusted pretty quickly compared to how long I expected it to take. He loves it here and the staff clearly love the children. My son has bonded with a few staff members already.
A Echevarria
Contact Us
Here’s how you can contact us for any questions or concerns.
Phone
opening and closing times
7:00 am to 6:00pm Monday – Friday
Address
5440 Gravois Ave
St. Louis, MO 63116