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Welcome to Cadence Academy Preschool Smyrna, where we provide the families of Smyrna, Delaware high-quality daycare, preschool, and school-age programs for children ages infant through fourteen years.
As a trusted childcare center, our philosophy includes providing a nurturing environment that fosters each child’s self-identity, utilizing developmentally appropriate practices to enhance each child’s learning opportunities at each stage of development.
Cadence Academy Preschool offers a variety of childcare and early education programs designed to support children at every stage of development. We have programs for every child, and our team can help you choose the right fit for your family.
Thanks to the flexibility of our Ascend Curriculum, we take an individualized approach to early childhood education and encourage every child to progress towards age-appropriate goals at their natural pace. New skills are introduced sequentially in 9 different learning domains each month and activities are modified to fit the interests and current skill level of each child. This skill-based approach to early education ensures that every child feels engaged, supported, and challenged and makes learning fun!
Another significant part of our curriculum is our Kind Child program. Kind Child is a year-long program for children ages two and older that helps our teachers nurture and strengthen every child’s social and emotional skills. We have found that when we focus on the emotional well-being of each child in our care, we strengthen our school as well. We are confident that Kind Child will continue to strengthen the culture of our entire preschool center by elevating every child’s feelings of happiness, improving their well-being, and enriching their friendships.
Cadence Academy Preschool Smyrna provides a consistent, nurturing early learning environment where children are supported, encouraged, and guided through every stage of early development. Our focus is on helping children feel secure, confident, and excited to learn each day.
Our warm, experienced educators build caring relationships with each child, creating a strong sense of trust and belonging from the very beginning.
In combination with intentional small class sizes, this allows us to provide meaningful individual attention that supports each child’s natural growth, helps them feel seen, and encourages confidence in their daily experiences.
Through engaging, play-based experiences throughout the day, children are encouraged to explore, discover, and interact with the world around them in a way that feels natural and enjoyable.
As a result, they are able to build independence and confidence at their own pace. Above all else, we are committed to providing a safe and loving environment where every child feels valued, supported, and confident as they grow.
Family involvement is an important part of our daycare and preschool community. As a small, close-knit early learning center, we believe families are an integral part of the program and encourage parents to actively participate in their child’s educational journey.
Parents have opportunities to see their children’s teachers daily and to participate in the program as their schedules allow. This close relationship enhances each child’s personal growth and achievement and promotes a secure and safe environment. Communication between teacher and families adds to each child’s learning environment and offers support for continued success.
Cadence KickStart™ Soccer is a high-energy enrichment program designed to build confidence, coordination, and teamwork through fun, age-appropriate soccer play. Led by the teachers your child already knows and trusts, it’s seamlessly built into the school day.
Designed for ages 3–5
12-week program (once per week)
40–50 minute sessions
Builds balance, coordination, and motor skills
Encourages listening, teamwork, and confidence
Integrated into your child’s daily schedule
Talk to your School Director today to learn more and enroll.
Cadence Academy Preschool, Smyrna is conveniently located at 649 S. Carter Road, Smyrna, DE 19977. Our preschool and daycare is easily accessible for families throughout Smyrna and the surrounding communities, making daily drop-off and pick-up convenient for busy parents.
We proudly serve families from nearby neighborhoods and communities, including Colmar Manor, Cedarbrook, Wicksfield, Northridge, Spring Meadow, Stonefield, Eagle’s View, and the greater Smyrna area. Our school provides a safe, nurturing early learning environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
We invite you to schedule a tour to see our classrooms, meet our teachers, and learn more about our programs and find the right fit for your child.
I have been in the field for 20 years. I started out as a part-time substitute that grew into an assistant infant teacher, then a toddler co-teacher, then an early preschool and toddler lead teacher, assistant director and now director. I have been with Cadence Academy Preschool Smyrna for 15 years. I am very passionate about the growth and development of all children and staff in our center. I love having daily conversations with everyone and getting to know everyone as if they were my own family.
I started working in early childhood education in August 2016. I always knew I wanted to work with children and when I began my journey, I knew quickly that early childcare was my passion. I’ve spent several years working with infants and toddlers and a few with preschool and school age. In 2022 I was promoted to assistant director. My favorite part about taking on a leadership role is having the opportunity to visit all classrooms and age groups. My favorite part of early childhood is getting to see the children learn and grow. I enjoy seeing their smiling faces and helping them through big emotions. My goal is to create a safe and nurturing environment for the children. In my free time I enjoy visiting family in New Jersey and spending time with my daughter. My daughter and I are often at the beach, a park, or Barns & Noble to pick out new books.
We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM, providing full-day care to support working families.
We offer programs for children from 6 weeks through 14 years old.
Children learn through a skill-based curriculum that supports development across literacy, math, science, physical fitness, creative expression, social-emotional growth, cultural understanding, technology, and language. Learning is guided by teachers through intentional, age-appropriate activities that build skills step by step while supporting each child’s individual growth. This approach builds confidence, independence, and kindergarten readiness through engaging, hands-on experiences.
We prioritize safety through secure entry systems with individual access codes, trained staff certified in First Aid and CPR, and routine safety drills and emergency preparedness plans.
You can schedule a tour online using our self-service booking system with at least 24 hours’ notice so we can prepare for your visit and ensure the best experience for your family.
Tuition at varies based on your child’s age, selected program, and attendance schedule. Please contact us for the most accurate and up-to-date pricing information.
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Every family’s routine is unique — and your childcare should be too. With Cadence Education, our Family of Schools may offer various schedule options designed to fit your life.
Each of our school’s are unique, and may not offer all of the options listed below. Talk with your School Director to learn what options are available for your family at this location.
When schedules change, or the grandparents cancel, or life just gets busy, FlexiPass gives you five prepaid days of care that you can use whenever* you need them, one at a time or all at once. No registration fees. No ongoing tuition. Just dependable care when you need it most.
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