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Helping Children Learn Through Play, Creativity & Care

Marietta Academy provides nurturing childcare and early childhood education for children 6 weeks to 12 years. Our experienced bilingual teachers create a safe, structured environment where every child feels supported, excited to learn, and ready for what comes next.

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DECAL Licensed & Quality Rated

Bilingual · Hablamos español

Free hot meals & snacks

Teacher leading a hands-on lesson at Marietta Academy

Diverse preschool friends at Marietta Academy

DECAL Quality
Rated · 2 Stars

Ages 6 weeks
to 12 years

35+Years Serving Marietta

7Age-Specific Programs

⭐⭐DECAL Quality Rated

100%Background-Checked Staff

What We Offer

Programs for Every Stage of Early Learning

From your baby's very first nap to your fifth-grader's afternoon homework, Marietta Academy provides nurturing programs designed around each stage of your child's developmental journey.

Newborn

Infants

6 weeks – 12 months

Loving, attentive care focused on comfort, bonding, sensory development, and early milestones.

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Exploring

Toddlers

1 – 2 years

Interactive learning experiences that encourage curiosity, movement, language growth, and social skills.

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Curious

Preschool

3 – 4 years

Hands-on activities that build confidence, creativity, early academics, and kindergarten readiness.

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State-Funded

Pre-Kindergarten

Age 4 by Sept 1

Structured learning that prepares children academically, socially, and emotionally for elementary school. Free Georgia State-Funded Pre-K.

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Bilingual

Rising Pre-K

Summer · Dual Language

Free 6-week summer program for Pre-K-eligible Spanish-speaking children. State-funded with meals and materials.

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Growing

After-School Care

5 – 12 years

Safe, supportive before- and after-school care with homework support, snacks, enrichment, and pickup from select Cobb schools.

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Our Curriculum

Built on High Scope — Proven, Research-Based, Play-Based

Marietta Academy uses the High Scope curriculum for Pre-K — a play-based, child-centered, research-grounded approach aligned with Georgia's Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS). High Scope supports all five learning domains: physical, social-emotional, approaches to learning, language & literacy, and cognitive.

Aligned with NAEYC best-practice guidelines
Linked to Georgia Early Learning & Development Standards (GELDS)
Active learning at its core — children explore, interact, imagine
Sensitive to each child's cultural, linguistic, and developmental needs
Continuous classroom assessment to individualize instruction

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Why Families Choose Us

Everything a Parent Hopes For — In One Place

We've spent more than three decades refining what makes a child care home truly feel like one.

Safety You Can See

Secure sign-in, background-checked staff, monthly drills, and CPR/First Aid–certified lead teachers. Every detail is designed with your child's safety as the starting point.

Structured Curriculum

Age-appropriate, research-based learning — early literacy, math foundations, science discovery, and social-emotional growth through joyful play.

Real, Lasting Warmth

Our teachers don't just supervise — they bond. Many staff have been with us a decade or more. Your child becomes part of our family.

Bilingual & Inclusive

Spanish-speaking staff, multicultural classrooms, and a welcoming environment for every family. Inclusion is who we are — not a program we run.

Free Hot Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided at no cost. We participate in CACFP and follow USDA nutrition standards — no lunch packing required.

TANF / CAPS Welcome

Proudly serving families through Georgia's CAPS subsidy and TANF programs. Quality care should never depend on what a family can afford.

We Are Committed

Our Mission

Marietta Academy is committed to providing high-quality early childhood education through nurturing relationships, hands-on learning, creative exploration, and structured instruction that inspire confidence, independence, and lifelong learning.

Our Vision

To be a leading early childhood institution where young learners develop the confidence, curiosity, and foundational skills needed to thrive academically and succeed in an ever-evolving world.

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Children doing art with their teacher at Marietta Academy

Parents Are Talking

Why Marietta Families Stay for Years

"My family moved to Georgia in 2025 and needed childcare for both our infant son and 4-year-old daughter. We were fortunate to find availability for both children at Marietta Academy, and we couldn't be happier with our experience."

Meghan J. parent · infant & 4-year-old · Google review

"My daughter has been going here since she was 6 months old and absolutely LOVES it. The owner, Ms. Grace and all of the teachers are amazing. So kind, patient, and great educators! Thank you Marietta Academy, for all that you do!"

Tori G. parent · 3+ years with us · Google review

"This place has been a blessing to my family and kids. My kids love the school, the staff, and their school friends. Above all, they love the playground and food. My kids graduated and are doing well in their new schools."

Emmanuel A. parent of graduates · Google review

Helping Children Learn Through Play, Creativity & Care