Ivybrook Academy - Frisco, TX

Ivybrook Academy - Frisco, TX

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2024-25 School Year
In-House Enrollment: January 27
Community Enrollment: February 3

Reggio Emilia + Montessori Inspired
Half-Day Preschool

Ivybrook Academy is an innovative, half-day early childhood preschool designed to encourage a child's natural curiosity and engagement of the world.

Operating as usual

12/27/2024

The half-day class structure is designed to optimize our students' time away from their families by providing a learning environment to explore their interests, socialize with peers, and gain confidence as an individual.

12/23/2024

Ivybrook Academy is proud to be an educator-led preschool.

Founded by early childhood educator Jennifer McWilliams and her husband, Drew, Ivybrook was created to fill a gap in preschool education. Jennifer designed our school environment, curriculum, and pedagogy to meet each child where they are and envelop them in a holistic exploration of academics, music, language, art, and science—specifically tailored to each age and student.

The McWilliams continue to lead our operations with the belief that kids are wildly more capable than we often think!

Photos from Ivybrook Academy's post 12/20/2024

Every year in December, each school partners with a non-profit for a service project. This allows students to engage in giving back to their communities and learn the importance of service to others.

12/17/2024
12/13/2024

Throughout the school year, our curriculum includes projects based on the seasons to immerse students in hands-on experiences.

To understand why some animals hibernate in the winter, we create our own "dens" and take our learning inside tents!

12/10/2024

🌿 Family Spotlight 🌿

Meet the Adams family from our Huntersville campus! The Adams have 3 children currently attending Ivybrook Academy, with one having already graduated.

🌿 Why did you choose Ivybrook Academy?

"When we started looking for a preschool, we were nervous as our oldest had never been in a daycare preschool setting. We weren’t looking for just a daycare; we wanted a smaller preschool where he could learn and grow, both academically and socially.

The social-emotional aspect was important to us, and when we toured with Ivybrook, we knew we found it. We have been very happy with how our oldest excelled in Kindergarten last year, with many thanks to Ivybrook for preparing him in such an engaging way with learning through play."

🌿 What do your children love about attending Ivybrook?

"Our kids all adore the teachers at Ivybrook. Not just their own in the classroom, but all the teachers they get to interact with throughout the day from car line drop off to pick up.

Our now 3-year-old would ask daily if it was her day to go to school last year, which confirmed our decision to send her for 5 days this year. She is so excited to see her school friends, teachers, and learn each day. Each of our children light up when we ask about school as they tell us about art, music, Spanish, and more.

The concepts they learn and see firsthand, such as the life cycle of a caterpillar, is unmatched in such an interactive and engaging way. We are grateful for the fantastic experiences our children are having at Ivybrook each week and the comfortability they feel in both the school and staff!"

Ivybrook Academy - Huntersville, North Carolina

12/06/2024

This year, we've been busy supporting our new Ivybrook Academy franchise owners in opening their doors to students from coast to coast!

These are the locations that welcomed preschoolers to Ivybrook's discovery-based Montessori and Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum for the first time this semester:
‣ Estero, FL
‣ Gahanna, OH
‣ Midlothian, VA
‣ Pinnacle in NW Arkansas
‣ Seven Hills in Dallas, GA
‣ Valley Ridge in Ponte Vedra, FL
‣ West Omaha, NE

If you are interested in how we help and guide new franchisees, we invite you to explore current and future territories where we're expanding: https://www.ivybrookacademy.com/franchise-opportunities/available-territories/

Photos from Ivybrook Academy's post 12/05/2024

Take a look at this semester's Spirit Week fun! From favorite book characters to wacky hair, our students showed their creativity and self-expression.

11/30/2024

Take advantage of Small Business Saturday and explore how to become an Ivybrook Academy franchise owner.

Ivybrook Academy is a nationwide network of preschools that offers a balanced, multifaceted approach to early childhood learning. The curriculum incorporates Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Theory of Multiple Intelligences. The result is a top-quality preschool experience that meets the individual needs of young learners through a collaborative approach to early childhood education.

We invite you to discover the current opportunities available: https://www.ivybrookacademy.com/franchise-opportunities/available-territories/

11/25/2024

🌿 Family Spotlight 🌿

Meet the Gentry family!

"Ivybrook Academy and the staff here hold a special place in our family's hearts. They have watched us grow our family over the last five years and have also helped our children build confidence in themselves emotionally, socially, and academically.

We have two currently at Ivybrook, and they both are so eager and excited to tell us about what they learned each day at pickup.

Our oldest, who is now in first grade, was very prepared for the next step into a “big boy” school, and we are so grateful for the wonderful teachers he had who helped him get there with such confidence."

Ivybrook Academy - Weddington, NC

11/19/2024

At Ivybrook, our library class goes beyond just storytime! 📚

As part of our daily enrichment, we introduce children to a world of literature, helping them explore a variety of authors and genres.

Our curriculum also fosters essential literary skills—preschoolers learn to analyze story elements like characters and plot while connecting illustrations to the text. These experiences nurture a love of reading and build strong foundational skills that support lifelong literary learning.

11/18/2024

Founders Drew and Jennifer McWilliams created Ivybrook Academy over 17 years ago.

The first Ivybrook campus started as an idea on an airline napkin that founders Drew and Jennifer designed on their honeymoon.

Drew knew he wanted to own his business after burning out in corporate America. Jennifer was a public school teacher who saw that her students' education was mandated by test scores, meaning they weren't getting the rich learning experience that they deserved.

Listen to how Drew and Jennifer McWilliams turned an idea into reality: a preschool franchise with locations open or opening soon in 21 states, all fueled by the desire to help students flourish.

11/14/2024

We distinguish ourselves from other preschools by structuring our classes into half days. These half-day programs optimize children’s time away from their families by providing developmentally-appropriate learning opportunities customized to each child’s needs.

Learn more: https://www.ivybrookacademy.com/our-programs/

11/13/2024

🌿Meet Ms. Lizzie, a young twos educator at the Fort Mill campus 🌿

Ms. Lizzie is also an Ivybrook parent!

"I was so impressed with the programs and learning opportunities for my own children at Ivybrook, I wanted to be a part of a school that valued everything I did as an educator: student exploration, inquiry, outdoor/natural investigations, strong and genuine relationships, smaller student-teacher ratios, and professional development of staff. The Reggio Emilia philosophy is a brilliant, wonderful thing to be a part of."

"Moving to Fort Mill three years ago, we were eager to plug our three children into a school community that fostered a love of learning through hands-on exploration and inquiry, met children where they were socially and academically, and valued outdoor play and imagination.

The first time we walked through the doors of Ivybrook, we immediately felt the difference; the environment was (and is!) calm and cozy, with intentionality that cultivates curiosity. The social and academic development our children have experienced at this school has exceeded our expectations.

The teachers at Ivybrook KNOW our children. They have taken the time to build strong relationships with them, which in turn has given our children confidence as learners and friends."

Ivybrook Academy - Fort Mill, SC

10/31/2024

From the moment you start your journey as a franchise owner, we’re here to support you through every stage of opening and running your preschool. Our support includes:

🌿 Staff training for smooth daily operations
🌿 Expert guidance in marketing and advertising your school
🌿 Assistance with curriculum development and lesson planning for a comprehensive learning experience

Ready to take the first step toward ownership? Start today!

https://www.ivybrookacademy.com/franchise-opportunities/what-we-provide/

10/28/2024

🌿 Family Spotlight 🌿

Meet the Palomba Family!

"Our family is so grateful to be a part of Ivybrook. As parents, Montessori education was one of our initial choices that we wanted to consider for our children. This approach is rooted in the belief that children learn most effectively when they actively engage with their environment and have the freedom to choose what they want to learn based on their individual needs and are inspired by self-directed exploration.

The teachers follow the well-tailored curriculum each semester, follow up with parents, and work with us as a team to provide the best care and teaching to the children. Everyone treats us like family. They also help us on how we can develop and improve our son’s knowledge and skills when he is not in the classroom. We are truly blessed to be a part of this community and have our child be prepared emotionally, mentally, and socially before going to kindergarten.

Our son always tells us how much he loves going to school and the things he did in class. His growth and development have been noticeable since attending Ivybrook and we couldn’t be happier that we made the decision to send him to Ivybrook."

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5055 Panther Creek Parkway
Frisco, TX
75033