Imagine a place that combines advanced learning with creative play. A unique private school with curriculum customized for your child, and a revolutionary approach which builds critical thinking and a lifetime love of learning. Imagine Cranium Academy. Visit our East Orlando or Winter Garden location today.
The best way to see what we do is to come see for yourself. We believe you will clearly see what makes Cranium Academy so special. Schedule your tour of either our Winter Garden - Windermere or East Orlando locations today. We offer programs for toddler, preschool, and elementary students. Cranium Academy offers a completely unique preschool experience combining advanced learning with imaginative social and play experiences.
The best way to see what we do is to come see for yourself. We believe you will clearly see what makes Cranium Academy so special. Schedule your tour of either our Winter Garden - Windermere or East Orlando locations today. We offer programs for toddler, preschool, and elementary students. Cranium Academy offers a completely unique preschool experience combining advanced learning with imaginative social and play experiences.
Services
At Cranium Academy, we skillfully balance gifted level academics with imaginative social and play experiences for preschool through elementary school. We believe that all children should be challenged to reach their ultimate learning potential, moving beyond the memorization of facts and figures, into active critical thinking.
We're revolutionizing education. From preschool through our private elementary school, our students benefit from a completely unique combination of advanced curriculum, accelerated learning, and creative social and play experiences. As you research options for your child's preschool through elementary education, you will likely discover numerous philosophies ranging from traditional to Montessori to play-based learning programs.
At Cranium Academy, our curriculum is designed to build cognitive and critical thinking skills while tapping into each child's ultimate learning potential. Starting as early as toddler age, our unique combination of advanced learning and creative discovery builds confidence and a lifetime love of learning.
With our dynamic After School Program currently available at our Winter Garden location, Cranium Academy offers the perfect combination of homework help, new learning opportunities, physical activities, and fun for children in kindergarten through fifth grade.
Students in our After School Program are also introduced to our advanced Cranium Explorers curriculum designed to build critical thinking skills while exploring a variety of topics including everything from oceans to outer space.A snack is provided, and children also have the chance to run and play in our indoor gym and inflatables, as well as our state-of-the-art outdoor playground.
Students in our After School Program are also introduced to our advanced Cranium Explorers curriculum designed to build critical thinking skills while exploring a variety of topics including everything from oceans to outer space.A snack is provided, and children also have the chance to run and play in our indoor gym and inflatables, as well as our state-of-the-art outdoor playground.
The best way to see what we do is to come in and see for yourself. We would be happy to show you around one of our state-of-the-art facilities, discuss our innovative programs, and answer any questions that you might have. Once you visit, we believe that you will clearly see what makes Cranium Academy so special!
Reviews (21)
Shehooh Kheradi
Jan 29, 2022
Report
Sophia Khan
Oct 05, 2021
Report
The staff and teachers are not caring about the student. One year old and two-year-olds are watching TV which is of course not good for the development. my daughter kept telling me that she did not want to go to Cranium as a teachers were always very mad pulled out my kiddos as soon as I found a spot in another place.
Israel Malik
Sep 19, 2021
Report
Worst place ever. they cannot even manage a simple drop off or pick up for 100 student. something other schools do for over 700 students with no issue. also the teaching is useless. kids learn nothing more than a simple art and craft .. the academic is so weak here. i will take mine out as soon as a spot is open in any other school.
Kelly Timmins
Jul 18, 2021
Report
So grateful we found Cranium Academy. My son attended for VPK and the staff have gone above and beyond for our family and for our child. We have been so appreciative of their open communication, genuine kindness and engaging environment. We had originally planned to send our son to the local elementary school near our house but have decided, instead, to keep him at Cranium for kindergarten. Highly recommend.
Admin Info
Oct 11, 2020
Report
This school is seriously going downward. It is not that prestigious school it used to be. They do not have children’s best interest in mind. I’m a year and a half they have had three directors, assistant directors and dozen of teachers have left. Many families are pulling children out of this school. I DO NOT RECOMMEND!! check local groups for more info you will see the reviews and bad experiences that locals have.
Denver Fox
Jun 13, 2020
Report
When we first moved down we were lucky to find Cranium. My 6 and 3 year old both attend. They have had a few transitions since we have been. We lost the first Asst. Dir Devon and the director, both of which were amazing! When the director was replaced she was replaced by someone who lets say did not have the best customer service attitude. Currently it is Feb 2020 and Ms. Kimberly was promoted to Asst Dir. Ms Kimberly is amazing and has a bubbly personality exactly how you want in this position. There are still a few issues to work out but I have never felt as if the kids were unsafe. Most of the
Alex M.
Jan 09, 2019
Report
Mike S.
Sep 15, 2018
Report
Lien L.
Mar 03, 2018
Report
I pulled my son out from an A rated elementary school in Winter Garden in the middle of a school year because he kept telling me about the kids bullies him at school and also he didn't get along well with his teacher ! Moving him to Cranium is the best decision I have ever made . He is a happy child now :)
Jennifer F.
Dec 03, 2017
Report
Brandi N.
Feb 23, 2017
Report
I love Cranium Academy; we need more programs like this.
Keep in mind Cranium has two main functions, it is a private school catering to pre-school and elementary school children during the day and in the afternoon/evening it serves as an after-school program. It also provides summer camp, birthday parties and holiday camps for the above referenced grade-levels.
The academy is located in a store front shopping plaza but it's huge, with multiple classrooms, large play areas, a playground and an administrative office. They have state of the art educational equipment and a wide variety of
Keep in mind Cranium has two main functions, it is a private school catering to pre-school and elementary school children during the day and in the afternoon/evening it serves as an after-school program. It also provides summer camp, birthday parties and holiday camps for the above referenced grade-levels.
The academy is located in a store front shopping plaza but it's huge, with multiple classrooms, large play areas, a playground and an administrative office. They have state of the art educational equipment and a wide variety of
Mona P.
Aug 02, 2016
Report
I had my son attend there last year.He has been doing great in just going to this school for a year. It felt as if the teachers genuinely care for your child and their education. They also get one on one attention.My son went to school recognizing just a-z but he learned to read,write and recognize all the letters , numbers and now he knows how to write words too! I think its a great achievement in just a year to have. I absolutely recommend this school . I am trying to send my child back to this school again!
Sally S.
Jun 07, 2016
Report
The class sizes are small, teachers are amazing and staff is incredible. We moved over the summer last year right before my twins started kindergarten and we didn't want to put them in public school right away. I love that Cranium has an advanced curriculum and why we chose it. I wanted to get them a head start and they exceeded my expectations! I loved their teachers and the ladies at the front, especially Esther.
Kristine N.
Apr 12, 2016
Report
Whenever we moved from Seminole county, school for our two young children was a paramount factor. We had tried a different daycare in the area and after 3 weeks, we knew we needed a new school. We toured Cranium Academy and met Esther. She was warm, inviting and reassuring that our son would receive the love and encouragement we sought. When our son met his teacher, Ms. Mia, we knew we had found his home away from home. The lessons he completes are challenging and make him think about the process, not just the answer. I love having conversations with him about the solar system, planting fruits
Kristine C.
Sep 24, 2015
Report
Cranium Academy has exceeded our expectations for providing the best private school education in this area. We are so pleased that we enrolled our son into this awesome school. The academic standards are high, the environment is creative and fun. The staff is attentive and our son truly receives a customized education based on his skills and interests. He enjoys this school so much, he asked to go to summer camp there and is having a blast!
Stacy K.
Jul 22, 2015
Report
We feel extremely fortunate to have found Cranium Academy. All staff members are knowledgeable, kind and set a great example for the students. Our daughter is in her 2nd year of preschool at Cranium and has exceeded our expectations. She loves her teachers, going to school and is very motivated to learn.
Nina T.
Dec 01, 2014
Report
Outstanding school. We have our children enrolled who are excelling. One of things I like is the innovative and varied approaches to educating the children.
Facilities are top notch. Very safe environment. They have quantitative and qualitative metrics to provide tangible examples of where your child is improving and where he/she needs work.
We thoroughly compared to other competitors in the area and went with this one. We are used to very high standards coming from the Northeast and so this one was the best fit.
Facilities are top notch. Very safe environment. They have quantitative and qualitative metrics to provide tangible examples of where your child is improving and where he/she needs work.
We thoroughly compared to other competitors in the area and went with this one. We are used to very high standards coming from the Northeast and so this one was the best fit.
Tanya O.
Nov 21, 2014
Report
My son has been attending Cranium Academy since he was 2 1/2 years old and he is 4 now. I cannot say enough about this school. The faculty and the facility are top notch! The teachers are nurturing and caring. No one seems to be there just to work, they are truly passionate about the children and teaching. My son was very shy when he started at Cranium. Thanks to this school he has come out of his shell, has been learning an advanced curriculum and he LOVES it! His reading, writing and math skills are excellent for a 4 year old! We are so impressed with the academics at Cranium and are so thankful
Rebecca G.
Oct 04, 2014
Report
The staff is incredible, the facility is well designed and the curriculum is very creative! They utilize new technology and tailor the lessons to each student. Our sons reading and math skills are a full year ahead for his age. Not only do they focus on academics (in which the curriculum is accelerated), but they also nurture and promote character. This truly is a wonderful and positive environment for our son. Knowing our child is safe and in caring hands is priceless. It's because of this we kept him enrolled for Elementary School.
Morgan S.
Aug 16, 2014
Report
This was a wonderful summer camp for my 2 girls 4yr old and 6yr old. They had fun and at the same time learned a lot with a great educational curriculum! The teachers were very attentive and caring. I would highly recommend this for any parent that is looking for a summer camp program or a preschool in the Winter Garden area.
Brian L.
Jun 19, 2014
Report
Kinda disappointed with these guys. They have some great teachers who really love the kids, but they don't seem to be able to control the "behavioral problem" kids. Those problem kids bully the other kids and make it a hostile environment. We complained numerous times, but our child cried and did not want to go there due to these unruly kids (couple of bad apples) - so we pulled our child out. They billed us for an extra month and even kept the deposit we had on file for a summer camp program.
I wish I could say positive things, but I felt our concerns weren't addressed
I wish I could say positive things, but I felt our concerns weren't addressed
