Evans

Big Blue Marble Academy provides nurturing childcare and early education for infants through school-age in Evans, 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
  • Parent communication app
  • Cameras in all areas of the school
  • Weekly Language Enrichment (Spanish)

Location

Center Hours

Monday – Friday

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Directions

School Drop-Off and Pickup Locations

  • River Ridge Elementary

 

Our Programs

Ages

Specialty Programs

Our Staff

  • Latisha Story

    Center Director

    Latisha Story has a rich and diverse background in working with children. She began her career with four years of service in the United States Navy and has since accumulated over 22 years of experience in this field. She retired from a position as a Center Director with the Department of Juvenile Justice, and she also served as a Recreation Therapist for children at a psychiatric hospital.

  • Monica Shy

    District Manager

    Monica Shy serves as the District Manager for our schools in the Augusta, GA and Florida area. She has worked in various roles at BBMA, including Center Director, Education Specialist, and Operations QA Manager. With over ten years of childcare experience, she holds a Director’s certificate and has completed many hours of approved training through Georgia BFTS.

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

I am so blessed to have found Big Blue Marble! They are such an amazing faculty! Being a teacher myself for the past 14 years I feel safe in knowing my son is taken care of by them and their staff! The best decision I have ever made was to put my son into this facility! I appreciate all their updates and how involved they are in all he does! They truly care and show that this is not only their job, but their calling
Traci C.

We’ve been going to BBMA for almost 2 years now and love it. Our kids have been thriving at BBMA. The staff is very caring and attentive, we always have peace of mind when dropping our kids off. Our kids absolutely love their teachers, letting us know they’re in good hands. Would absolutely recommend.

Jessica C.
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