Mon–Fri · 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM 760 Avondale Creek Drive, Decatur, GA 30032 (404) 820-0573
Now Enrolling — Opening Fall 2026 · Decatur, GA

Nurture. Grow. Thrive.

Every child deserves a place where they are known, valued, challenged, and inspired. Honey Tree Academy is a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning community for children from 6 weeks through school age — where excellence and compassion exist together.

Teachers embracing happy children in a warm classroom
Infants → School Age Before & after care available
Bright from the Start (DECAL) — licensing in progress Quality Rated — participating CAPS scholarships accepted CACFP — meals included (joining) Georgia Pre-K (planned)
The Honey Tree Difference

More Than Care — An Educational Community

We create an educational community where children are known, valued, challenged, and inspired — bringing together exceptional educators, intentional curriculum, hands-on learning, and strong family partnerships.

Intentional Curriculum

Research-informed and aligned with the Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS), from literacy to leadership.

Exceptional Educators

Teachers who teach with purpose and lead with heart — developed through mentorship, professional growth, and servant leadership.

Safe & Nurturing Spaces

Thoughtfully designed classrooms where children feel secure, valued, and empowered to explore with confidence.

Family Partnership

Authentic partnerships rooted in trust, communication, and mutual respect — because strong relationships are our foundation.

Our Programs

A Classroom for Every Age — 6 Weeks to School Age

Each classroom provides a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate experience designed for the children it serves — inspiring a love of learning every day.

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Infants · 6 weeks – 12 months

Infant Program

A warm, responsive environment centered on secure relationships, individualized care, language development, sensory exploration, and each infant's unique daily routine.

Toddler building with wooden blocks alongside a teacher
Toddlers

Toddler Program

An active learning environment where toddlers build independence through movement, music, language, sensory experiences, and hands-on exploration.

Preschoolers gathered around a teacher during storytime
Preschool

Preschool Program

A balanced program that strengthens early literacy, mathematics, science, creativity, communication, self-help skills, and positive relationships through purposeful play.

Pre-K children learning letters with their teachers
Private Pre-K

Private Pre-K Program

A comprehensive kindergarten-readiness experience focused on literacy, mathematics, STEM, critical thinking, leadership, and the confidence children need for their next step.

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School Age · Before & After Care

School-Age Program

Before-school, after-school, and school-break experiences with homework support, STEM projects, creative arts, sports, leadership activities, and outdoor play.

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All Ages

Enrichment Beyond the Classroom

Dance, karate, sports, music, yoga and movement, community visitors, seasonal celebrations, and family events that help children discover new interests and build confidence.

Our Curriculum

The Honey Tree Way

A comprehensive, research-informed curriculum aligned with the Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS) — educating the whole child through meaningful experiences, intentional teaching, and purposeful play.

Nurture

Secure relationships and safe spaces where every child feels known and valued.

  • Social-emotional learning
  • Character development & independence
  • Physical development and wellness

Grow

A strong academic foundation built through discovery, questions, and play.

  • Language and literacy
  • Mathematics · Science & discovery
  • Social studies & community awareness

Thrive

Confident learners, compassionate citizens, critical thinkers, future leaders.

  • Creative arts, music & movement
  • Leadership & collaboration
  • Kindergarten readiness
STEM Learning

Curious Thinkers, Confident Questions

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics are woven into classroom experiences in ways that are exciting, hands-on, and appropriate for young learners:

  • Simple science experiments and nature investigations
  • Building, engineering, and construction challenges
  • Sorting, counting, measuring, patterns, and early math games
  • Magnets, ramps, gears, light, sound, and cause-and-effect
  • Coding concepts, robotics materials, and educational technology

Our goal is not simply to give children answers, but to help them become curious thinkers who are confident asking questions.

Children exploring science with a microscope and colorful flasks
The Rhythm of Our Day

A Rhythm Kids Can Count On

Exact times vary by age group, but every day offers a healthy balance of active learning, quiet experiences, meals, rest, and play.

Warm welcome

Arrival activities and breakfast

Morning meeting

Songs, stories, and community building

Guided learning

Teacher-led small-group instruction

Learning centers

Child-choice exploration — STEM, literacy, art, music, sensory

Outdoor play

Physical development in fresh air

Lunch together

Family-style social interaction

Rest & recharge

Quiet time based on developmental needs

Afternoon enrichment

Projects and continued exploration

Snack & reflection

Preparation for departure — and hugs goodbye

“Every child deserves a place where they are known, valued, challenged, and inspired.”

Our Vision — Building a Legacy Through Early Childhood Education

OUR VISION

We envision Honey Tree Academy as a community where excellence and compassion exist together, creating an environment where children can flourish in every stage of their development. Our purpose remains unchanged: to nurture every child, grow every educator, strengthen every family partnership, and inspire excellence in all that we do.

OUR MISSION

To provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where every child is encouraged to discover their unique potential and develop a lifelong love of learning. Everything we do is guided by our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, innovation, and genuine care.

Paying for Care

Great Care, Within Every Family’s Reach

We proudly accept CAPS (Childcare and Parent Services) scholarships, Georgia's childcare assistance program. As a CACFP member (enrollment in progress), we'll provide nutritious meals and snacks at no extra cost.

Questions about eligibility or enrollment? Our team will walk you through every step.

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Founding Families

Honey Tree Academy opens its doors in Fall 2026. Families who enroll early become part of our founding community — the first to shape our story.

Spaces are limited by classroom. Schedule a tour to secure your child's place.

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Come See Honey Tree for Yourself

Honey Tree Academy

760 Avondale Creek Drive
Decatur, GA 30032

Monday – Friday · 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

(404) 820-0573

info@honeytree-academy.com

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Nothing Compares to Visiting in Person

Meet our educators, walk our classrooms, and imagine your child thriving here. Tours take about 30 minutes — we can't wait to meet your family.

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