Kiddie Academy of Wading River

Kiddie Academy of Wading River offers Infant, Toddler, Early Preschool, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, School Age, and Summer Camp programs. The listed activities and features include school-age beforecare and aftercare for SWR and Riverhead schools, Splash Pad Park, and weekly American Sign Language classes.

Programs

• Infant — 6 weeks to 12 months
• Toddler — 13 to 24 months
• Early Preschool — 2-Year-Olds
• Preschool — 3-Year-Olds
• Pre-Kindergarten — 4-Year-Olds
• Kindergarten — 5-Year-Olds
• School Age — 5 to 12-Year-Olds
• Summer Camp — 2 to 12-Year-Olds

At a glance

• Ages: 0–12 years old
• Facility hours: 6:30am - 5:30pm

About the provider

The program opened in 2002. Its mission statement says, "We are a company that nurtures, educates, and inspires children for the future." Kiddie Academy also says it has been shaping, fueling, and nurturing children’s natural curiosity since it opened over 40 years ago.

Life Essentials® curriculum; Health EssentialsSM guidelines mentioned; authorized pick-up procedures; background checks for staff; annual family/teacher conferences mentioned in infant program FAQ; diapers, wipes, and ointments provided by parents for infants; formula or breast milk provided by parents for infants; outdoor time is part of the infant program; parent must contact local academy for tuition specifics.

What families say

“My child is learning so much at kiddie academy. The staff here is amazing, always so friendly!!” — Joseph S. Kiddie Academy Parent

“KA is a friendly, welcoming and educational environment for any child birth to pre-k. My child...” — Kristen R. Kiddie Academy Parent

“It feels like you all really care about Otto and he has such a great time with his teachers and...” — Josh F. Kiddie Academy Parent

Last updated September 6, 2026.