Young Innovators Academy in Lithia,

Young Innovators Academy in Lithia, Florida, stands out as a nurturing childcare center where dedicated staff create an engaging environment for children’s development and learning. The facility features modern amenities including a camera monitoring system, structured STEAM curriculum, and a user-friendly app for parent communications and daily activity tracking. Parents consistently praise the warm, attentive teachers who provide personalized care while fostering developmental milestones through activities like sensory play, storytelling, and educational games.

Day Care Information

Address

16641 Fishhawk Blvd, Lithia, FL 33547

Reviews

36 Reviews

Day Care Features

Does this day care accept infants?

Yes

Multiple reviews mention infants and their care, indicating that the daycare accepts infants.

Reviews:

Author: Amber Weidner Rating: 5/5 Date: 2/12/2025, 4:04:22 PM Review: Updating my original review, as some of the team members have changed and I'd love to give kudos to others. I still absolutely LOVE this preschool/daycare!!! I originally selected this school almost 2 years ago now! This place continues to check all of the boxes! Ms. Noris who was an absolute gem and a major factor in choosing this school has since been replaced with Ms. Shay, who is new but seems very eager to bring stellar service to the school. I now have 2 littles in this school! One who just graduated from Infants to Terrific Toddlers and one who will be transitioning from Toddlers to Courageous 2's. Infant Class: Ms. Maria is absolutely great with the infants and forms a great bond with each child. You can truly see the love and care. Ms. Sharilyn in Toddlers is 100% my son's favorite! He lights up every time he sees her! It brings me GREAT JOY knowing my children are loved at their school as much as home. The entire staff is great! They're super attentive with the kids and work one-on-one with sensory games, singing, dancing, etc. The facility is super safe with an app for check in/out, and that monitors your child's daily activities (feedings, diaper changes, etc.). They also have a camera system which is an absolute plus!! The school offers a monthly Parents Night Out, which is a plus! I LOVE looking at all of the photos the teachers snap throughout the day as well; surely helps when we can't be with them while at work. If you're searching for a daycare/preschool, hands down, this is THE ONE! I look forward to watching my LO's thrive at this school! ----- Author: Joe Weidner Rating: 5/5 Date: 9/27/2023, 12:52:10 AM Review: My wife and I absolutely love this school! Everyone is amazing and our son adores his teachers! We love the camera system to not only have flexibility to peep in but to also capture any milestone that may occur at school! Our son whom is in the infants room enjoys various activities scheduled throughout the day; from puppet shows, baby discos, story time and fun parades. Over the summer, they host water days which is always extra fun! We are beyond happy to have chosen this school and look forward to enrolling our next little one this upcoming Spring! Hands down, best childcare center around!

Is this day care considered safe?

Yes

Many reviews emphasize safety and security, mentioning security cameras, and the overall feeling of trust among parents.

Reviews:

Author: Amber Weidner Rating: 5/5 Date: 2/12/2025, 4:04:22 PM Review: Updating my original review, as some of the team members have changed and I'd love to give kudos to others. I still absolutely LOVE this preschool/daycare!!! I originally selected this school almost 2 years ago now! This place continues to check all of the boxes! Ms. Noris who was an absolute gem and a major factor in choosing this school has since been replaced with Ms. Shay, who is new but seems very eager to bring stellar service to the school. I now have 2 littles in this school! One who just graduated from Infants to Terrific Toddlers and one who will be transitioning from Toddlers to Courageous 2's. Infant Class: Ms. Maria is absolutely great with the infants and forms a great bond with each child. You can truly see the love and care. Ms. Sharilyn in Toddlers is 100% my son's favorite! He lights up every time he sees her! It brings me GREAT JOY knowing my children are loved at their school as much as home. The entire staff is great! They're super attentive with the kids and work one-on-one with sensory games, singing, dancing, etc. The facility is super safe with an app for check in/out, and that monitors your child's daily activities (feedings, diaper changes, etc.). They also have a camera system which is an absolute plus!! The school offers a monthly Parents Night Out, which is a plus! I LOVE looking at all of the photos the teachers snap throughout the day as well; surely helps when we can't be with them while at work. If you're searching for a daycare/preschool, hands down, this is THE ONE! I look forward to watching my LO's thrive at this school! ----- Author: Lai Saechao-bazemore Rating: 5/5 Date: 9/28/2023, 4:42:34 AM Review: My son started here before it was Young Innovator’s Academy and although we were a bit skeptical with the changes we are so glad and grateful we decided to stay! The location is out of the way for us, but we don’t mind because of what they offer and how much my son loves it— this says a lot about a place. We LoVE Johana and Noris and Lacota, Hailie and EVERYONE here they’ve have been so amazing. My son loves it here, he’s always ready to go to school. I love that their lunch and snack isn’t your typical chicken nuggets and fries they offer variety— that we don’t always eat at home, like beans, avocados, hummus, açaí bowls, wheat pasta, etc. the teachers are so caring, when I go to pick up my son I catch them during reading time or the teacher on the floor playing with the kids. I feel safe leaving my 2 yr old here. They give updates and constantly communicate through an app. Once a month they offer parents night out from 1800-2200 for a small fee, our other 2 kids join too— this is sooo helpful and lovely esp for those who move often and don’t have any family near to offer some reprieve and time for date nights. I would recommend YIA to anyone. Their structure, communication, care, safety, and hard work with the kids speaks volumes. ----- Author: Olivia Wiggins Rating: 5/5 Date: 5/22/2023, 6:58:18 PM Review: My children have been coming to the location for the past 4 years, we have gone through 2 owners. Young Innovators has been the best this far. The staff is amazing, the activities are very structured, and we have excellent communication with everyone. I have a peaceful mind knowing my kids are safe and and well taken care of I would recommend this place to everyone!!! ----- Author: Monty Lopez Rating: 5/5 Date: 5/18/2023, 8:10:16 PM Review: As a mom, it can be hard to trust just anyone with my twin girls. Immediately Mrs.Noris the daycare director put my worries at ease and made us feel at home. They have a curriculum that is emailed monthly, daily reports are sent out through an app and best of all you can access the cameras in the classroom throughout the day! I Honestly could go on and on about all the ways Young Innovators Academy is a phenomenal daycare. But most importantly, I don't have to question what type of care my girls are getting from their teachers Mrs. Viviana, Mrs. Indira and Mrs. Elaine. I know in my absence they are being loved ,nurtured, comforted, allowed to grow, learn and explore in a loving environment. Even though my kids can't speak I can tell that they feel safe and happy. They always get upset when its time to leave! We are so lucky to have found this daycare. ----- Author: Ursula Gadsden Rating: 5/5 Date: 3/3/2023, 1:57:55 AM Review: I can’t express enough gratitude for this school. It’s my sons first daycare experience and it has been a phenomenal one thus far. He is learning, socializing, & becoming a well rounded and educated almost 2 year old. Ms. Noris is such a gem! She is attentive to his needs as well as a positive influence in the school. We appreciate all the effort the teachers are putting toward his education and well being. My sincerest thank you to the educators of YIA. My mind is at ease knowing my son is safe, cared for and loved everyday that he attends.

Does this day care follow a specific curriculum?

Yes

Reviews highlight a S.T.E.A.M. curriculum, suggesting specialized learning options.

Reviews:

Author: Sharlee Crews Rating: 5/5 Date: 2/12/2025, 12:32:43 PM Review: So incredibly happy with the center bringing in Ms. Shay as the director! She is so warm, caring, and personable. Our son has some sensory issues secondary to chronic ear infections. She thoroughly listened to our concerns, showed compassion and understanding to our situation, and has prioritized tailoring his experience in the best way that helps him succeed and learn. I cannot say enough good things about her. We are thankful for her extensive knowledge on developmental education and her adaptive approach to teaching. I also want to applaud Ms. Elaine, Ms. Yhoanis, Ms. Paula, and Ms. Sharilyn for their continued patience and providing a caring and inclusive environment for our son Luca, even when he is being difficult. Your actions do not go unnoticed and his positive demeanor when we pick him up shows how comfortable he is with you, so thank you. My husband and I love this school and their S.T.E.A.M curriculum. We drive an hour out of our way to bring Luca because we believe in this school so much.

Does this day care have monitoring cameras?

Yes

Multiple reviews explicitly mention the use of a camera system allowing parents to view their children throughout the day.

Reviews:

Author: Amber Weidner Rating: 5/5 Date: 2/12/2025, 4:04:22 PM Review: Updating my original review, as some of the team members have changed and I'd love to give kudos to others. I still absolutely LOVE this preschool/daycare!!! I originally selected this school almost 2 years ago now! This place continues to check all of the boxes! Ms. Noris who was an absolute gem and a major factor in choosing this school has since been replaced with Ms. Shay, who is new but seems very eager to bring stellar service to the school. I now have 2 littles in this school! One who just graduated from Infants to Terrific Toddlers and one who will be transitioning from Toddlers to Courageous 2's. Infant Class: Ms. Maria is absolutely great with the infants and forms a great bond with each child. You can truly see the love and care. Ms. Sharilyn in Toddlers is 100% my son's favorite! He lights up every time he sees her! It brings me GREAT JOY knowing my children are loved at their school as much as home. The entire staff is great! They're super attentive with the kids and work one-on-one with sensory games, singing, dancing, etc. The facility is super safe with an app for check in/out, and that monitors your child's daily activities (feedings, diaper changes, etc.). They also have a camera system which is an absolute plus!! The school offers a monthly Parents Night Out, which is a plus! I LOVE looking at all of the photos the teachers snap throughout the day as well; surely helps when we can't be with them while at work. If you're searching for a daycare/preschool, hands down, this is THE ONE! I look forward to watching my LO's thrive at this school! ----- Author: RAIZA CRUZ Rating: 5/5 Date: 2/12/2025, 1:28:48 PM Review: YIA has been such a wonderful experience for our 21-month-old over the past 6 months! The staff is incredibly warm, loving, and attentive, making us feel so comfortable knowing our little one is in great hands. Ms. Sharilyn and Ms. Yhoanis are exceptional; always patient, kind, and dedicated to providing the best care. We've seen our son learn so much in such a short time; he's picking up new skills quickly and seems advanced for his age! The activities are always age-appropriate and fun, and he genuinely loves being there. We also appreciate the camera system, which allows us to see him during the day and even catch those special milestones as they happen. The communication at YIA is outstanding. Ms. Shay and her team are always friendly, helpful, and truly listen to our concerns and updates about our son. It feels like we’re all working together as a team. The facility is always clean, organized, and welcoming; it’s a place we trust completely. We also love the daily updates and photos. Seeing our son’s big smiles and all the fun he’s having really brightens our day. We highly recommend YIA to any parent looking for outstanding care. It’s been the best decision for our family!

Working Hours

  • Monday7AM-6PM
  • Tuesday7AM-6PM
  • Wednesday7AM-6PM
  • Thursday7AM-6PM
  • Friday7AM-6PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

Latest Reviews

Author: Danielle Castillo
Rating: 5/5
Date: 2/12/2025, 10:16:17 PM

We love it here! The teachers and friendly and so sweet. My girl lights up once we pull up to the door, ready to go in arms wide open! Easiest transition to daycare.

Author: Katelyn Cook
Rating: 5/5
Date: 2/12/2025, 8:59:19 PM

My sons teacher Mrs.Jeff has had a great impact on my son, Mason . My son struggled with regulating his emotions in his behaviors since he has started attending young innovators Academy over a year and a half ago. Miss Jeff has always been the person that has been able to regulate Mason and create a positive environment for him to learn and thrive in. I personally live over 30 minutes away from the school however I still chose to keep Mason at the school because of his relationship he has with his teacher. She goes above and beyond for For everything that she has done for my child . Miss Jeff is a true shining star . And has helped my son significantly. He is now able to talk through his feelings and process his big emotions Regularly. I am thankful that he had a teacher that understood him on a different level entirely.

Author: Amber Weidner
Rating: 5/5
Date: 2/12/2025, 4:04:22 PM

Updating my original review, as some of the team members have changed and I'd love to give kudos to others. I still absolutely LOVE this preschool/daycare!!! I originally selected this school almost 2 years ago now! This place continues to check all of the boxes! Ms. Noris who was an absolute gem and a major factor in choosing this school has since been replaced with Ms. Shay, who is new but seems very eager to bring stellar service to the school. I now have 2 littles in this school! One who just graduated from Infants to Terrific Toddlers and one who will be transitioning from Toddlers to Courageous 2's. Infant Class: Ms. Maria is absolutely great with the infants and forms a great bond with each child. You can truly see the love and care. Ms. Sharilyn in Toddlers is 100% my son's favorite! He lights up every time he sees her! It brings me GREAT JOY knowing my children are loved at their school as much as home. The entire staff is great! They're super attentive with the kids and work one-on-one with sensory games, singing, dancing, etc. The facility is super safe with an app for check in/out, and that monitors your child's daily activities (feedings, diaper changes, etc.). They also have a camera system which is an absolute plus!! The school offers a monthly Parents Night Out, which is a plus! I LOVE looking at all of the photos the teachers snap throughout the day as well; surely helps when we can't be with them while at work. If you're searching for a daycare/preschool, hands down, this is THE ONE! I look forward to watching my LO's thrive at this school!

Author: Cindy Ramos
Rating: 5/5
Date: 2/12/2025, 2:16:32 PM

We love YIA! The teachers and staff are great! My son looks forward to his school everyday! We absolutely recommend YIA!

Author: RAIZA CRUZ
Rating: 5/5
Date: 2/12/2025, 1:28:48 PM

YIA has been such a wonderful experience for our 21-month-old over the past 6 months! The staff is incredibly warm, loving, and attentive, making us feel so comfortable knowing our little one is in great hands. Ms. Sharilyn and Ms. Yhoanis are exceptional; always patient, kind, and dedicated to providing the best care. We've seen our son learn so much in such a short time; he's picking up new skills quickly and seems advanced for his age! The activities are always age-appropriate and fun, and he genuinely loves being there. We also appreciate the camera system, which allows us to see him during the day and even catch those special milestones as they happen. The communication at YIA is outstanding. Ms. Shay and her team are always friendly, helpful, and truly listen to our concerns and updates about our son. It feels like we’re all working together as a team. The facility is always clean, organized, and welcoming; it’s a place we trust completely. We also love the daily updates and photos. Seeing our son’s big smiles and all the fun he’s having really brightens our day. We highly recommend YIA to any parent looking for outstanding care. It’s been the best decision for our family!

Author: Kayla Newman
Rating: 5/5
Date: 2/12/2025, 1:18:02 PM

Ms Yhoanis, Ms Paula, and Ms Elaine have been wonderful teachers for my daughter! In addition she’s had so many wonderful teachers since the infant room through the 2/3s. We have loved our time at Young Innovators! She’s made so many developmental leaps here and they have been a continuing support as we work on different developmental milestones from sitting, to walking, talking, and potty training.

Author: Sharlee Crews
Rating: 5/5
Date: 2/12/2025, 12:32:43 PM

So incredibly happy with the center bringing in Ms. Shay as the director! She is so warm, caring, and personable. Our son has some sensory issues secondary to chronic ear infections. She thoroughly listened to our concerns, showed compassion and understanding to our situation, and has prioritized tailoring his experience in the best way that helps him succeed and learn. I cannot say enough good things about her. We are thankful for her extensive knowledge on developmental education and her adaptive approach to teaching. I also want to applaud Ms. Elaine, Ms. Yhoanis, Ms. Paula, and Ms. Sharilyn for their continued patience and providing a caring and inclusive environment for our son Luca, even when he is being difficult. Your actions do not go unnoticed and his positive demeanor when we pick him up shows how comfortable he is with you, so thank you. My husband and I love this school and their S.T.E.A.M curriculum. We drive an hour out of our way to bring Luca because we believe in this school so much.

Author: Radina Bubova
Rating: 5/5
Date: 2/11/2025, 10:49:07 PM

Ms. Lopez and the rest of the staff are so amazing, friendly and care for our son as if he’s their own. He’s so excited to see his teachers and friends when we drop him off.

Author: Catie McFadden
Rating: 5/5
Date: 2/10/2025, 9:09:13 PM

My daughters love their teachers Mrs Johana, Mrs Rachel and Mrs Sherilyn. We are happy with the care they are receiving and they love going to school every day!

Author: Elizabeth B
Rating: 5/5
Date: 2/10/2025, 5:23:49 PM

We absolutely love it here! Our son's teachers Ms. Paola and Ms. Yhoanis are beyond incredible. They are so caring, comforting, and exactly who I want caring for my child, when I am not able to. My child has learned so much since starting here. I'm constantly impressed with the staff and the cleanliness here. I love all of the smiling faces when I drop off/pick up my child and the excellent communication of the staff, especially Ms. Shay. Thank you Young Innovators Academy for all that you do for our son and our family.

Location

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