Friendswood

Big Blue Marble Academy provides nurturing childcare and early education for infants through school-age in Friendswood, TX. 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
  • N-Zone Sports (parent paid)
  • Procare app sign in/out Kiosk
  • Cameras in all areas of the school
  • Weekly Language Enrichment (Spanish, French)

Location

Center Hours

Monday – Friday

6:00 AM – 6:30 PM

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Directions

School Drop-Off and Pickup Locations

  • Wedgewood Elementary
  • Landolt Elementary
  • P H Greene Elementary

Our Programs

Ages

Specialty Programs

Our Staff

  • Amanda Herrara

    Center Director

    Amanda Herrara has a rich history in early education, having worked in child care since she was sixteen years old. She holds her CDA in Early Education and has a broad range of experience, from teaching in the classroom to serving as an assistant director and ultimately as a director.

  • Tiffany McKinley

    District Manager

    Tiffany McKinley is the District Manager for Big Blue Marble Academy for our schools in Texas. She has been in childcare for over 25 years. Tiffany has worked in many roles in the early childhood field, such as Lead Teacher, Assistant Director, Director, Quality Assurance Specialist, Early Intervention Teacher, Texas Rising Star assessor III, and owning a 24-hour childcare center.

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

Love this place! My toddler has been attending since January and we love it here. The new director is great and we love all the teachers. Definitely recommend BBMA if you are looking for childcare.
Kyana R.

Without a doubt one of the BEST childcare facilities in the area. We just moved from Alabama and had no idea where to look for childcare. A close family friend referred me to BBMA and we are so thankful that they did. The employees are BY FAR the best trained teachers we have ever had the pleasure of dealing and the administration team is always willing to go the extra mile. We love that our daughter is being encouraged to engage in their global curriculum and has the opportunity to give back to the world through their heart projects. If I could give this center 10 stars I would. If you’re from out of town and don’t mind the drive it is definitely worth it.

Erica F.
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