Top-Rated Education in Ruskin, Florida

At Thrive Academy, our center fosters intellectual and emotional development, supporting families and Pre K to 8th-grade children in an enriching and fun environment.

NOW ENROLLING AGES 4+
Open Monday 7:00 am - 1:30 pm
Tuesday - Friday 700 am - 2:00pm

🔥 BIG NEWS!: We are now accepting Step Up For Students scholarships & ELC! 🔥 We are committed to making high-quality education accessible to our community 🔥

Why Choose Thrive Academy

Everything we do is centered around our amazing children and it is our mission to provide the highest-quality care for your child.

This is a magical time in your child’s development, and it’s our job to provide a place that encourages children to explore the world around them! In our center, we help children expand their comfort zones in a way that’s safe, secure, and highly individualized.

Dancing & Boxing Classes

Field Trips

Weekly Cooking Classes

End of School Bash

Moving Up Ceremony

The Thrive After School Club

We understand that learning shouldn't stop when the school bell rings. Our After School Club is designed specifically for school-aged children (4+), offering a perfect balance of academic support, physical activity, and social interaction.

Whether it's homework help or extracurricular fun, we ensure your child has a productive afternoon in a safe, supervised environment.

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WHAT WE BELIEVE

At Thrive Academy, we have a team of child care experts and coaches who are at the forefront of the latest industry innovations in development and learning. We focus on developing children’s life skills in a fun and hands-on environment to support their growth and provide them with enriching opportunities that mainstream schooling and child care may not.

We are also committed to partnering with parents to raise enthusiastic, smart, and capable children! Our curriculum focuses on empathy, kindness, and respect for others and the environment. Through interactions with other children and educational materials, your child will learn about the world outside of the classroom, while forming friendships that’ll last a lifetime.

What to Expect from Thrive Academy

Our mission is to provide the highest quality care in Ruskin, Florida. As part of our commitment, we provide all of our kids with:

We would be thrilled to have you join our Thrive Academy family in Ruskin, Florida.

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Some of the aspects that

make Thrive Academy unique:

Adaptable learning

Inspired by the Funny Daffer curriculum, allowing children to experience Child-Directed Play with Coach-Directed Lessons and Outdoor Enrichment experiences.

Themed activities

We explore exciting adventures, such as Dr Seuss Week, Spirit Week, and STEM Learning.

3 Large OUTDOOR AREAS

Our outdoor areas allow for a variety of equipment such as a jungle gym, playhouses and swings!

ABOUT OUR CENTER

in Ruskin, Florida

Situated in Ruskin Florida, our Center is easy to access via major roads such as I-41 and State Road 674, making it convenient for parents during their commute between work and home.

Our Center was founded in 2021 after our founder, Yulonda Smith, struggled to find quality childcare in the local area. Since our start, we have worked incredibly hard to create the best possible facility in Ruskin, Florida; with the belief that “parents help parents”.

We understand how difficult it can be to find high-quality care and we want to help others who are in the same situation we experienced ourselves. Our team is working continuously to improve our facility and ensure that we are always following the latest and most up-to-date industry practices. We are here to help your child develop the necessary life skills and self-confidence that will help them enter further education with confidence and ease.

Amazing Facilities For Your Child

Here's a small sample of some of the great things your child can enjoy when they join our program…

Here’s What Our Happy Parents Have To Say

We LOVE our parents and carers and we're so proud to share some of their thoughts with you…

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TOP 10 CHECKLIST

We know how hard it can be choosing the perfect place for your child to learn and grow.

So we have made it simple for you to find out exactly what to look for when choosing the perfect Academy.

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Our Commitment To Safety

Here at Thrive Academy, we take the safety of everyone seriously. We have put protective measures in place throughout our center. Now, more than ever, maintaining a safe, clean, secure facility is vital.

We have been committed to this cause from day one, and we are fully transparent so that parents can check in at any time.

Cleanliness Protocols

We use daily cleaning practices to maintain an environment that stops the spread of germs. We also teach good hygiene, including diligent handwashing.

Security

We strictly limit access to our facility to authorized personnel and parents and family members who have express permission to be here. Your child’s safety is our top priority.

Transparency

We understand that you’re probably wondering what your child is up to when they’re not with you. That’s why we allow parents to keep up to date with their child's experience through HiMama.

Parent Communication

With the use of ProCare, we are able to bridge the gap between home and our center.

ProCare allows us to share photos and videos of your child’s day in real time, providing you with daily insights into your child’s activities and progress at Thrive Academy.