at Little Makers Academy
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Through the InvestiGator Club curriculum we provide a fully integrated approach to learning that encourages children to ask questions, think creatively, and explore the world around them. By weaving these five disciplines into daily play and discovery, children develop critical problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a natural curiosity that sets a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Explore our STEAM education below.
Science comes alive outside the classroom through our interactive Gardening Program. Children get their hands dirty planting seeds, watering sprouts, and watching their very own plants grow. This tactile experience teaches them fundamental biology, the life cycle of plants, and the importance of environmental stewardship, all while cultivating a sense of responsibility and patience.
In our early childhood setting, technology is about much more than screen time; it’s about understanding how tools help us solve problems. We introduce foundational concepts through interactive, hands-on learning, such as cause-and-effect activities, simple screen-free coding toys, and age-appropriate educational games. These early interactions help children build basic digital literacy, logical thinking, and the confidence to safely navigate the tools of the modern world.
Our classroom is a construction zone for young minds! Through daily block play, magnetic tiles, and tinkering with safe, recyclable materials, children become mini-engineers. They learn how to design structures, test for balance and stability, and figure out how different pieces fit together. This hands-on building process encourages spatial awareness, resilience, and the critical problem-solving skills needed to turn their big ideas into reality. This is where Little Makers Academy gets our name; through emphasizing hands-on learning where children build with toys, and in the process build themselves.
Our approach to the Arts goes far beyond paint and paper by immersing children in a rich tapestry of global cultures. Every month, we host an International Education Week focusing on a different country or culture—allowing your child to travel the world without a plane ticket. Each child receives a special daycare passport that gets stamped as they explore the unique food, music, and history of diverse communities. Throughout the year, our little global citizens celebrate and learn from a variety of cultures, including Hispanic heritage, The Congo, India, Native American traditions, and Black History. This vibrant cultural immersion builds empathy, broadens their worldview, and celebrates the beautiful diversity of our global community.
Math is everywhere in our daily routines. Through fun, engaging activities—like sorting colorful objects, identifying patterns during playtime, or measuring ingredients during a class project—math becomes a tangible, everyday experience. This playful approach builds a strong foundation in spatial relations, geometry, and early arithmetic, ensuring your child views math as a fun and practical part of life.
Growing minds and active bodies need the right fuel. Meals & snacks are included at Little Makers Academy. We provide wholesome, nutritious meals that give your child the energy they need to learn, play, and thrive throughout the day.
Our menus are centered around home-cooked style meals packed with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. We believe in providing real, nutrient-dense food for growing kids, which is why we actively avoid serving junk food.
We prioritize steady, balanced energy over sugar crashes. Our daycare maintains a strict low-sugar environment, meaning you won’t find cake, cookies, or soda in our classrooms. Instead, we offer delicious, kid-friendly alternatives like freshly baked muffins and yogurt to satisfy their sweet tooth naturally and healthily.
Your child’s health and safety are our top priorities at mealtime. We are a completely nut-free facility, ensuring a secure environment for all of our students. We are also fully equipped and happy to accommodate specific dietary needs and other food allergies so that every child can enjoy their meals safely alongside their friends.
Physical fitness is an essential part of early childhood development, helping children build strong muscles, refine gross motor skills, and establish healthy lifelong habits. To stretch and strengthen their growing bodies, our classrooms regularly practice kid-friendly yoga, giving children a fun way to improve flexibility and balance. As our students grow and develop more advanced coordination, our older classrooms also incorporate soccer into their routine, allowing them to burn off energy while learning the basics of teamwork to achieve a common goal.
We get kids moving not just inside our center, but also in our local Raleigh community. Field trips build kids’ confidence to engage with the world through educational excursions. Our adventures include learning about agriculture at the farmers market and local farms, picking out the perfect harvest at the pumpkin patch, and building meaningful intergenerational connections through heartwarming visits to local nursing homes. We also spark their natural curiosity with trips to both the Science Museum and the History Museum, and when the weather gets warm, we love to cool down and have fun at the local water splash pad.
We keep parents closely connected to their child’s daily routine through a communication app called BrightWheel. Throughout the day, we use this app to provide real-time logs for every feeding, diaper change, and nap, along with updates on your child's various activities. You can communicate directly with your child's teacher through the Messaging function and your teacher will regularly upload pictures and videos directly to the app, allowing you to add memorable moments to your family's photo album.
“As a first-time parent, leaving my baby anywhere felt overwhelming, but Little Makers Academy made the transition so comforting. The infant teachers are incredibly nurturing and attentive. They follow my baby's routine perfectly and keep me updated throughout the day with photos and notes. I can truly see how much love and care goes into everything they do. My baby is happy, thriving, and reaching new milestones every week. I couldn't ask for a better place for my little one.”
“My baby has been with this daycare since he was 3 months old. This is the best daycare in the Wake county area. I can reach staff at any hour of the day during business hours and get a response. Speech and language therapy, kid yoga and so many cultural events! The food is always fresh and with great presentation! The lighting is also great, I can see everything in the photos and videos I’m sent daily. Very professional staff, no gossip, no drama and they have a standard with their staff.”
“My toddler absolutely loves going to Little Makers Academy! The teachers are patient, energetic, and so encouraging during this busy stage of development. I've seen huge growth in my child's language, social skills, and confidence since starting here. They come home talking about art projects, songs, and their friends every day. It's clear the classroom is structured, engaging, and full of positive energy. We're beyond happy with our experience.”
Schedule your tour and see the classrooms, meet our teachers, and imagine your little maker learning here every day.
