Simpsonville – Fairview Road

Big Blue Marble Academy provides nurturing childcare and early education for infants through school-age in Simpsonville, SC. 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:

  • Gymnastics
  • Keypad entry
  • Dance classes
  • Parent communication app
  • Weekly Language Enrichment

Location

Center Hours

Monday – Friday

6:30 Am – 6:00 PM

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Directions

Pickup Locations and Additional Info

  • Bryson Elementary
  • Fountain Inn Elementary
  • Fork Shoals Elementary
  • Simpsonville Elementary
  • Plain Elementary
  • Ellen Woodside Elementary
  • Greenbrier Elementry
  • Rudolph Gordan

Our Programs

Ages

Specialty Programs

Our Staff

  • Tiffany McAllister

    Center Director

    Learning and growth flourish under the guidance of Tiffany McAllister. Hailing from Baltimore, MD, Tiffany brings a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for enriching the lives of children and families. Having made South Carolina her home since 2015, Tiffany holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology and a Master’s in Organizational Leadership, reflecting her commitment to both understanding individual development and fostering a collaborative and empowering environment.

  • Jeanna Chappell

    District Manager

    Jeanna Chappell is a dedicated childcare professional with a passion for nurturing young minds. Jeanna’s journey in the world of childcare began in 2008, and in 2014, she joined Big Blue Marble Academy (BBMA).

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.

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

As a parent…I love the fact that BBMA has very caring teachers and staff. Love the curriculum. Great site with nice classrooms. Great environment for my son to learn and grow. He loves his school.
Tiffany M.
Absolutely love the staff there they are extremely helpfully and friendly. The facility is always clean and very professional looking. Very happy overall with them.
Ryan S.
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