What makes Balanced Family Academy different
Parenting means balancing a lot at once, and the weight of choosing the right care is real. Since 2014, we've designed every BFA school around the real needs of busy families, so you can feel confident your child is happy, safe and deeply cared for.
Child care designed around the rhythm of family life
Your mornings and evenings are already full. That's why everything your child needs during the day is included in tuition, so there's less to pack and more time to enjoy together.
Healthy Meals Your Child Will Love
Our in-house BFA Cafe makes a morning snack, lunch and an afternoon snack fresh each day, so your evenings are for family, not packing lunches.
Diapers and Wipes
No diaper bag to pack. We provide gentle, high-quality diapering essentials, so mornings are easier and your little one stays comfortable and dry.
In-house Laundry
We provide and launder all crib bedding, sleep sacks and cot blankets, so there's one less thing on your list.
Extracurricular Activities
Music, movement, art and nature classes happen during the school day, sparking your child's curiosity without adding evening stress.
At BFA, your child isn't just watched. They're known.
We understand the weight of leaving your child for the entire day. That's why our teachers take the time to truly know each child: their personality, their interests and the ways they're growing.
Our classroom sizes are designed so children get attention and connection, not just supervision. And with photos and updates throughout the day, you'll never feel out of the loop.
See why ratios matter →Learning that grows with your child
You want to know your child is thriving, not just busy. Our Full Circle Curriculum guides every classroom, from infants through Pre-K. It's written by BFA educators with real classroom experience and follows Ohio's Early Learning and Development Standards, so every day of play builds the social and academic skills your child needs for kindergarten.
Books are the glue
Children's books tie every lesson together and build a lifelong love of reading.
Real learning, not rote memorization
Kids learn best by doing, so hands-on activities do the teaching.
Daily Brain Builders
Each day has a fun theme, like Messy Monday or Friend Friday, that gives the week a predictable rhythm.
Hands-on learning, every day
Our curriculum covers eight areas of learning, and each one comes to life through hands-on play in the classroom. Tap a card to see what children work on.
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Language & Literacy
- Build early literacy through stories, rhymes and songs
- Practice letters, sounds and pre-writing strokes
- Retell stories and share ideas through pictures and words
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Social & Emotional
- Explore emotions and problem-solving through make-believe and puppet play
- Build character through kindness lessons, teamwork and role play
- Calm and self-regulate with soothing sensory experiences
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Mathematics
- Sort, count and compare objects based on various qualities
- Use math tools like blocks, scales and graphing materials
- Explore shapes, patterns and measurements
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Cognitive Development
- Build towers, bridges and roads, then test ideas about balance and stability
- Make choices and solve problems on their own
- Bring their imagination to life with loose parts play
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Physical Development
- Run, jump, climb and dance through active free play
- Build strength and coordination through movement games and challenges
- Strengthen little hands by scooping, measuring and pouring
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Science
- Observe, predict and experiment with everyday materials
- Ask questions and explore cause and effect
- Discover plants, animals and living things through gardening and nature walks
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Creative Development
- Paint, draw and sculpt
- Discover what happens when they combine different materials
- Express ideas and feelings through music, dance and art
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Social Studies
- Explore faraway places, cultures and history through stories and pretend play
- Act out real-life roles, from community helpers to family life
- Learn about their own families, neighborhoods and community
Healthy meals your child will love
Our in-house BFA Cafe makes a morning snack, lunch and an afternoon snack from scratch each day, so you never have to wonder what's on your child's plate or spend your evenings packing lunches.
Our Nutrition Program
Room to run, climb and play, rain or shine
Little bodies need to move. Every BFA building has space for active play every day, indoors and out, so your child gets the movement they need no matter the weather.
An indoor multipurpose room
A dedicated space for active play, open every day, so kids can burn off energy even when it's too cold or wet to go outside.
A playground at every building
Every building has at least one playground, and children head outside to play every day the weather allows.
Families feel the BFA difference every day
Keep exploring the BFA difference
Each of these pages goes deeper on one part of life at BFA.
Three simple steps to peace of mind
Schedule a tour and experience what it feels like when child care becomes an extension of home.
Schedule a tour
Pick a time that works for you. We'll walk you through every step, so you never feel unsure about what comes next.
Meet your care team
Visit your school, meet the teachers and see how your child will be known, supported and deeply cared for.
Enjoy the early years
With trusted care and daily updates, move through your day with confidence, knowing your child is happy and thriving.