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

Location

1924 Highway 155 N.
McDonough, GA 30252

Center Hours

Monday – Friday

6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

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School Drop-Off & Pickup Locations

  • East Lake Elementary
  • Timber Ridge Elementary

 

Our Programs

Ages

Infants | Toddlers | Twos | Threes

Specialty Programs

Summer Camp | Before/After School Care

Our Staff

  • Michelle Whatley

    Interim Director

    Michelle Whatley brings over 28 years of experience in early childcare to her role, specializing in infants and school-age children. With a background as a Summer Program Director and Creative Play Director, Michelle has cultivated deep bonds with the children under her care, fostering relationships that last a lifetime.

  • Shelley Thiele

    District Manager

    Shelley Thiele is District Manager for our Atlanta area schools. She obtained her Child and Family Development degree at Georgia Southern University in 2004. She has worked in the ECE field for over 20 years.

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

My granddaughter has been attending for over 2 years and everyone has been amazing! She is learning at a much faster rate than her peers and she loves her teachers.
Paul S.

My 3 year old has been going here going on 2 years! I’ve been amazed at the care my girl has been given, how much she has learned, the progress she’s made, and how much more sociable she’s become! Her teachers have been super communicative and very approachable. The classrooms are all so structured. My littlest baby will be starting next week and I’m blessed to not have to be a nervous wreck knowing she will be in great hands. Great, clean, and reliable facility! 

Anslee G.

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