Kiddie Academy of Holly Springs Towne Center integrates STEM learning for young students
Kiddie Academy of Holly Springs Towne Center, a new educational childcare facility in the Raleigh-area, has opened its doors with an emphasis on integrating technology into early childhood education.
The academy, located in the growing Triangle region of North Carolina, is owned and operated by Jeen and Dominic Wong, entrepreneurs with backgrounds in electrical and computer engineering.
The Wongs are incorporating educational technology into Kiddie Academy’s proprietary Life Essentials curriculum, introducing children to STEM concepts at an early age. Current tools include digital smartboards and 3D projection, with plans to expand technology use as the academy develops.
Dominic Wong said:
"We're committed to highlighting the importance of STEM to our students and providing early exposure to technology that will aid in their learning. Our experience working as engineers has prepared us to make informed decisions about what types of technology will be beneficial to young children."
Located at 200 Bennet Knoll Parkway, the 11,000-square-foot facility features 12 classrooms, shaded playgrounds, a soccer field, a versa court for sports, and a nature garden. The academy also includes a camera monitoring system for safety. It offers programs for children aged six weeks to 12 years and has created 35 new jobs in the community.
In addition to its focus on technology, the academy provides care aimed at supporting children’s physical, social, and emotional growth.
Wong added:
"Beyond our experience with tech, we've spent years researching and learning early childhood education techniques and are very hands-on in our Academy. My wife Jeen is active in the classrooms while I'm focused on running our operations."
