Thoughtful Care.
Purposeful Learning.
Where children are supported, guided, and inspired to grow.
At Plymouth Academic Gardens, we believe early childhood should be rooted in care, trust, and intention. Our educators thoughtfully guide each child’s academic, social, and emotional development in a calm, supportive environment.
By honoring individuality and fostering curiosity, we help children develop confidence, independence, and joy in learning.
Nurturing Young Minds Through Early Learning
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy is to be kind, fair, and respectful to all students. We believe that if you treat students with respect and fairness, they will reciprocate it. We hope to achieve the “optimal” classroom- a safe, respectful, and interactive learning atmosphere in which students can achieve their potential.
Location and History
Our school is located in the beautiful downtown Plymouth, Michigan. Just a few blocks from Kellogg Park, the District Library, the Police & Fire Station! We are directly across the street from the PARC building. Our school has been serving families for 36+ years. This building’s history is just as exciting and unique!
Our Programs
We offer 3, 4 and Young 5 year-old classrooms. In each class there is a wide variety of activities for children to participate in. They will learn many skills, meet new friends, and much more. Our programs strive to give each child wonderful experiences and a love for school!
Loved by Students, Trusted by Parents.
Seriously! But don’t take our word for it, here are some things people have to say about us.
We looked at several other preschools and after seeing the very low teacher-student ratios at Academic Gardens, we didn’t hesitate. We love the school and are thrilled at how well our daughter is doing. She is so proud when she learns something new and shares it with us. This is a wonderful school.
— Kris E., Ann Arbor
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Being a teacher in the public school system, I have an immense appreciation for a well put together, loving program that helps children develop properly. I must say we couldn’t be more pleased by the fine job Academic Gardens has done in truly making our child LOVE to learn.
— Lisa B., Canton
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The first day of school, our son cried his eyes out when we left him. I was worried that I was going to have a problem with him getting adjusted. When I went back to pick him up after school, he didn’t want to leave. He just LOVED the school. We never had a problem after that first day. It was the perfect start for him.
— Dave A., Westland
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❊ FAQs
You’ve got questions,
we’ve got answers
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We offer preschool programs for children beginning at 3 years old through 4-year-olds and Young 5s, with age-appropriate classrooms and learning experiences.
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Our program is rooted in intentional care and whole-child learning. We focus on emotional safety, meaningful relationships, and purposeful early education—partnering closely with families to support each child’s growth at their own pace.
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We create a calm, respectful environment where children feel safe, valued, and heard. Teachers guide children in expressing emotions, building independence, and developing positive relationships.
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Yes, children must be potty trained by the start of the school year in order to participate in our preschool program.
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We encourage families to schedule a tour and experience our classrooms in action. Meeting our educators and seeing the environment firsthand helps families determine if our approach aligns with their child’s needs.
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The first step is scheduling a tour. Our team will guide you through the enrollment process and answer any questions along the way.
We’d Love to Hear From You