Tel: (301)656-5437
- The Family Academy of Bethesda is a warm and loving childcare and early education center.
- It is located in a converted house in the heart of downtown Bethesda.
- Being in a house gives the center a home like atmosphere, which eases the child from his or her home into the early educational environment.
- The Family Academy provides a nurturing and safe educational environment for children, promoting individualism.
- It also enhances the childrens self esteem through positive reinforcement.
School Overview
| School Type | Early Childhood / Day Care |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten |
| Year Founded | 2001 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 125 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 35 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 4:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Admissions Director | Rima Casas or Nina Mack |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 1 sports |
| Sports | Martial ArtsMartial Arts |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 5 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Art, KID-FIT, Karate, Mr. John Henry's music, Spanish Art, KID-FIT, Karate, Spanish, Mr. John Henry's music, |
School Notes
- The Family Academy of Bethesda is a warm and loving childcare and early education center. It is located in a converted house in the heart of downtown Bethesda.Tucked behind the center is the Georgetown / Crescent Trail which is used daily for nature walks. Being in a house gives the center a home-like atmosphere, which eases the child from his or her home into the early educational environment. The Family Academy provides a nurturing and safe educational environment for children, promoting individualism. It also enhances the children`s self-esteem through positive reinforcement.All Staff at The Family Academy have Early Childhood teaching backgrounds. Pre-school and Montessori Teachers have Montessori Degrees and all Staff are Certified in Infant /Child CPR and First Aid. Staff regularly attends workshops and training. The majority of staff has been with the Academy for over 6 years, displaying the high level of commitment, satisfaction and morale.
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