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Rating
4.7 Rating based on 59 Reviews
Contact number (828) 277-0062
Ages
Ages: 2 years - 5 years
Monday - Friday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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About The Academy of Asheville in Asheville, NC

Welcome to The Academy of Asheville, a preschool that has been serving children ages 2 to 5 for over 30 years. Our school is rooted in a play-based curriculum designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning. With a dedicated and experienced team—many of whom have been part of our community for years—we foster a secure, nurturing, and joyful environment where every child is encouraged to grow and thrive.

Our Programs

Preschool Program (Ages 2–5)
Our curriculum emphasizes both academic readiness and creative development. Daily activities include:

  • Reading, writing, and phonics
  • Math and science exploration
  • Art and music expression
  • Gardening and outdoor discovery

Multiple outdoor play periods throughout the day support physical well-being and social growth.

Nutrition and Wellness

Healthy nutrition is an integral part of our day. We provide a nutritious hot lunch and two snacks daily, featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, organic milk, and juice. All food is prepared with care to support children’s health and development.

Safety and Security

The safety of every child is our top priority. Our school features electronic keypad access at all doors and gated playgrounds, as well as video-monitored classrooms. Bright, clean, and spacious learning environments ensure children feel secure and engaged throughout the day.

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We’d love to meet you and show you what makes The Academy of Asheville so special. Come see our vibrant classrooms, meet our passionate teachers, and explore our engaging outdoor spaces. Contact us today to schedule a tour!

Menu

Proper nutrition is an important aspect of our program. Providing children with healthy, nourishing meals and snacks is very important to us.  We carefully prepare and serve a very nutritious hot lunch, as well as two nutritious snacks. The kitchen is well stocked, clean and organized at all times.  We include a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, organic items, whole grains, lean meats.  Each of these items are hand selected and purchased locally by the owner, just as you do for your own family. Vegetarian options are available. We strive to assist with special dietary needs, allergies and intolerances. As with all aspects of our program, we want meal time to be a positive, social time. Staff often sit at the table and eat with the children and assist as needed.  This is also a popular time to promote good table manners, and to discuss proper nutrition. Children are encouraged to taste new foods and to eat as much as they wish.

Sample Lunch Menu

Monday
Roasted Pork Loin
Peas, Spring Mix Salad w/Vinaigrette Dressing, Whole Grain/Whole Wheat Bread or Rolls
Milk
Tuesday
Chicken Breast
Raw Baby Carrots, Sliced Peaches, Whole Grain/Whole Wheat Bread or Rolls
Milk
Wednesday
Pork BBQ
Corn, Baked Beans, Whole Grain/Whole Wheat Bread or Rolls
Milk
Thursday
Pot Roast
Kale Salad w/Vinaigrette Dressing, Green Beans, Whole Grain/Whole Wheat Bread or Rolls
Milk
Friday
Baked Chicken Nuggets
Raw Broccoli w/Ranch Dip, Bananas, Whole Grain/Whole Wheat Bread or Rolls
Milk

Sample Snack Menu

3:00 Afternoon Snack 5:00 Afternoon Snack
Monday
Cinnamon Bread & Milk Wheat Thin & Orange Juice
Tuesday
Goldfish & Milk Animal Crackers & Milk
Wednesday
Graham Crackers w/Raisins & Milk Cheese Crackers & Apple Juice
Thursday
Belvita & Milk Apples Slices & Milk
Friday
Ritz Crackers & Milk Raisin Bread & Apple Juice

All snacks served with organic juice or organic milk.

Reviews from Parents

4.7 Rating based on 59 Reviews Leave A Review
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Hope Voorhees • Google
My daughter went to the Academy of Asheville for about a year and a half and we had the greatest experience! My fiancé and I decided to send her here based on a personal recommendation. The security is top notch, the meals they serve are excellent (according to my daughter) and they play outside multiple times a day. When we enrolled out daughter to Kindergarten, she was ahead of what kids "should" know when going into Kindergarten. Overall, we are extremely impressed with this preschool and all of the teachers. It's a bit more pricey than other daycares in the area, but you truly pay for what you get. Happy and well taken care of staff, healthy meals and an outstanding education. When we have another little one, we will surely enroll them here!
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Kaitlyn Bryant • Google
We have been at the academy for 3 years, and have absolutely loved it. All of the teachers as well as Jenny and Kim, are wonderful and really care about the kids. They serve the kids good food, it's always clean, and my son has learned so much from them. 10 out of 10, this is the best preschool in Asheville.
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Autumn Braunesreither • Google
We love The Academy of Asheville! The staff members are amazing and professional. They made us feel like we were part of the family. My son really grew into his personality and hit major milestones while he attended The Academy. He was well taken care of and loved all the different activities that they do. It was a great feeling when I was dropping my son off, that he was so excited to be there he barely said goodbye and at pick up he was so excited to tell me about his day!! Communication with the staff was great! If I had a question, Jenny and Kim promptly responded to my email or returned my phone call.
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