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Big Blue Marble Academy provides nurturing childcare and early education for infants through school-age in Duluth, GA. Our play-based curriculum and focus on character development fosters a love of learning. Explore our infant care, preschool, and after school programs designed to prepare your child for success.

Other Offerings:

  • Keypad entry
  • Basketball court
  • Parent communication app
  • Procare app sign in/out Kiosk
  • Cameras in all areas of the school

Location

3480 Pleasant Hill Road
Duluth, GA 30096

Center Hours

Monday – Friday

6:30 AM – 6:00 PM

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School Drop-Off and Pickup Locations

  • Berkeley Lake Elementary (PM pick up only)
  • B.B. Harris Elementary
  • Chesney Elementary
  • Chattahoochee Elementary
  • New Life Academy of Excellence
  • Duluth Middle
  • Coleman Middle

Our Programs

Ages

Infants | Toddlers | Twos | Threes | Fours

Specialty Programs

Summer Camp | Before/After School Care | GA PreK

Our Staff

  • Yolanda Douglas

    Center Director

    Yolanda Douglas brings four years of valuable experience in management within the field of Early Childhood Education. Her journey began as a teacher in the classroom, and she progressed through the ranks to become an assistant director before earning her promotion to director.

  • Sara Wade

    District Manager

    Sara Wade oversees 9 of our schools in the Athens area and Augusta, Georgia, serving as the District Manager. With over 10 years of experience in childcare, Sara has held various roles, including Teacher, Assistant Director, Director, Senior Director, and her current position as District Manager. She takes great pride in the nurturing environment that she and her staff have cultivated for their students.

FAQs

Do you offer part-time or drop-in care? If so, what are the options?2024-03-27T11:45:17-04:00

Part-time and drop-in care vary by location. Please speak with an enrollment advisor or the director about enrollment options for the location you’re interested in.

Do you accept childcare subsidy vouchers/tuition assistance?2024-03-27T11:44:36-04:00

Please speak with an enrollment advisor or the director to see if the location you’re interested in accepts vouchers.

How much is tuition? What does tuition include?2024-03-27T11:40:42-04:00

Tuition varies by location. Please speak with an enrollment advisor or the director to get information about tuition for the location you’re interested in.

How do we register our child for GA Pre-K? What documents do we need to provide for registration?2024-03-11T15:13:53-04:00

To register, please drop by the school and provide your child’s birth certificate, social security card, and proof of Georgia residency.  Some schools also require an immunization record and a Form 3300. Please check with your school’s director to see if you need to provide additional documents.

Is GA Pre-K only offered during the school year?2024-03-11T15:13:48-04:00

Georgia Pre-K is only offered during the regular school year.

What is the difference between GA Pre-K and Private Pre-K?2024-03-11T15:13:42-04:00

GA Pre-K is state lottery-funded.  There is no tuition or registration fee if a child attends only during GA Pre-K hours. Private Pre-K requires tuition and a registration fee (tuition will vary by location).

What are GA Pre-K hours?2024-03-11T15:13:07-04:00

GA Pre-K hours vary by location.  Typical hours are 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Ask an enrollment advisor about extended care.

Do we still have to pay tuition if our child does not attend summer camp every week?2023-12-07T09:26:32-05:00

Yes, tuition is required weekly to hold your child’s spot in the class.

When does summer camp start and end?2023-12-07T09:25:38-05:00

Start and end dates vary by location. Please speak with your school’s director.

When does summer camp registration start?2023-12-07T09:21:13-05:00

Summer camp registration starts in March for currently enrolled students and April for the general public.

If we decide to withdraw our child during the summer, are we still responsible for paying tuition? Will our child still have a spot in the fall?2023-12-07T09:20:08-05:00

You are not required to pay tuition if you withdraw your child during the summer. Please speak with your school’s director for more information about re-enrolling in the fall.

Do you have a waiting list?2023-12-05T14:06:49-05:00

Availability varies by location. Please speak with your school’s director for the most up-to-date information about availability.

What age do you start accepting children?2023-12-04T14:51:07-05:00

We accept children starting at 6 weeks old.

Do I have to pay tuition even if my child doesn’t attend due to illness?2023-12-04T14:50:50-05:00

Yes, tuition is due weekly because it holds your child’s spot in the class.

The BBMA Difference

A Global Perspective

A Global Perspective

Our play-based curriculum, Passport to Learning, is derived from the latest research, theory, and best practices in early child education.

Fostering Language Skills

Fostering Language Skills

Research tells us that the more words young children know, use, and understand, the better prepared they will be for kindergarten and beyond.

Service Learning

Service Learning

A global learning curriculum is about learning the role children play as good citizens in their community and in our world.

A Passport to STEAM

A Passport to STEAM

An introduction to science, technology, engineering, art, & mathematics (STEAM) helps transform passions & careers as adults.

Kindergarten Readiness

Kindergarten Readiness

We make getting ready for school fun. Our teachers combine our research-based global curriculum with engaging instruction to foster curiosity and confidence.

Testimonials

Love love love Big Blue Marble Academy Duluth, GA. My son is always so happy to come to school. I get beautiful pictures and updates throughout the day and he’s always in a good mood when I pick him up. Thank you so much to the teachers and wonderful caring director.
April J.

I love BBMA, the set up of the school is beautiful, the center is always clean, and the staff is pleasant! My daughter begs me to allow her to come to after school daily!

Kristy D.

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