A Bright Beginning Starts Here

A nurturing early learning environment where children grow with confidence, curiosity, and joy.

The Premier Academy Difference

A warm, thoughtfully designed learning environment where children are supported by caring educators, inspired through purposeful play, and connected through strong family partnership.

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What Sets Premier Academy Apart

Since opening our doors in 2009, we have created early learning environments where children feel known, supported, and inspired to explore. Our teaching practices are intentional and grounded in child development research, ensuring meaningful growth at every stage.

  • Educators trained in early childhood development and responsive teaching.

  • Purposeful play-based curriculum that nurtures thinking, collaboration, and creativity.

  • Intentionally small class sizes that support confidence and independence.

  • Thoughtfully arranged learning spaces that are warm, calm, and engaging.

  • Strong family partnership through consistent communication and shared goals.

  • Inclusive, compassionate community where every child belongs.

Our Programs

Infant and Toddlers

Nurturing care in a safe, calm, and engaging environment. Children build trust, confidence, and early independence through gentle guidance.
Our Infant & Toddler classrooms support natural development through play, movement, language experiences, and meaningful caregiver interaction. Daily routines are structured to provide comfort and consistency, while teachers respond to each child’s individual needs, rhythms, and emerging interests.

Traditional Preschool

Hands-on learning that supports early literacy, number awareness, creativity, and social growth in a warm classroom community.
Our Preschool program introduces foundational academic skills in a developmentally appropriate way. Children explore through stories, songs, number play, art, and group learning. They practice cooperation, taking turns, and expressing themselves with confidence while enjoying a predictable daily routine.

Traditional Pre-K

A school-readiness program that builds confidence, early reading and writing skills, problem-solving, and responsibility.
Pre-K focuses on strengthening literacy, early math, and classroom readiness habits. Children work on phonics, letter formation, sequencing, counting, and following multi-step directions. They learn how to work both independently and in small groups, preparing them for a smooth transition into Kindergarten.

Montessori

A child-led learning environment where children explore at their own pace and build independence in a mixed-age classroom community.
The Montessori classroom encourages curiosity, concentration, and self-directed learning. Children choose purposeful activities using beautifully structured materials, while teachers observe and guide with intention. Peer collaboration supports empathy, leadership, and confidence.

Young 5’s / Kindergarten

A bridge year that provides additional time for social, emotional, and academic growth before Kindergarten.
Our Young 5s program blends structured learning with hands-on discovery to reinforce emerging skills. This option is ideal for children who benefit from another year of developing confidence, fine motor skills, and classroom maturity while still enjoying a supportive early childhood environment.

Summer Camp

A summer experience full of creativity, friendships, outdoor fun, and hands-on exploration.
Our Summer Camp blends educational enrichment with engaging activities like art, science projects, games, storytelling, and outdoor play. Children stay active, connected, and learning in a relaxed and joyful setting throughout the summer months.

Before and After Care

Supportive care that provides consistency, structure, and enrichment beyond the school day.
Before & After Care offers a warm environment where children can unwind, play, read, socialize, or complete homework with gentle supervision. This program helps families maintain a balanced schedule while ensuring children feel safe and supported.

Our Programs

Infant and Toddlers

Nurturing care in a safe, calm, and engaging environment. Children build trust, confidence, and early independence through gentle guidance.
Our Infant & Toddler classrooms support natural development through play, movement, language experiences, and meaningful caregiver interaction. Daily routines are structured to provide comfort and consistency, while teachers respond to each child’s individual needs, rhythms, and emerging interests.

There's a Premier Academy Near You

Shelby

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Northville

Rochester Hills

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Two Thoughtful Paths for Early Learning

Premier Academy offers two distinct learning approaches to support the needs, interests, and learning styles of each child. Families can choose between our Traditional Preschool & Pre-K Track or our Montessori Track, both led by caring educators and grounded in strong early childhood development practices.

Traditional

Teacher-Guided, Structured Foundations

Montessori

Child-Led, Hands-On Exploration

Choosing the Learning Path That Fits Your Child

Learn what makes each learning path unique — and which one may be the best fit for your child.

Traditional Preschool & Pre-K Programs

Building Strong Foundations for Kindergarten and Beyond

Our Traditional Preschool and Pre-K programs follow a structured, teacher-guided approach
designed to support early academic readiness, social development, and confident
independence. Children engage in literacy, math, science, art, physical activity, and
character-building experiences – all within a warm, encouraging classroom environment.
Daily routines provide familiarity and comfort while giving children opportunities to
practice responsibility, cooperation, and problem-solving skills.

How Montessori Supports Growth

Early Literacy & Language

Children build vocabulary, phonics awareness, letter recognition, and early handwriting skills through structured lessons and playful learning experiences.

Math & Cognitive Development

Hands-on activities support number sense, pattern recognition, sequencing, early
addition skills, and practical reasoning.

Creative & Social Expression

Art, music, storytelling, and group play encourage confidence, communication, empathy, and positive peer relationships.

Kindergarten Readiness

Children practice following routines, problem-solving, working in groups, and caring for their classroom – preparing them for a smooth transition into elementary school.

Want to learn how our Traditional Track prepares children for a strong academic start?

The Montessori Method

A Learning Approach that Honors the Whole Child

The Montessori method is built on the belief that children learn best when they are given the freedom to explore with gentle guidance and meaningful structure. Classrooms are thoughtfully prepared with materials that encourage independence, concentration, and joyful discovery.

At Premier Academy, our teachers observe, support, and guide – helping each child develop confidence, curiosity, and a strong sense of responsibility for their own learning.

We use mixed-age classrooms so children can learn from one another, build leadership and empathy, and grow within a supportive community. Our teachers serve as guides — carefully observing each child’s interests and needs, offering support when needed, and stepping back when a child is ready to explore independently.

How Montessori Supports Growth

Child-Led Learning

Children explore and learn at their own pace, guided by their interests and abilities.

Hands-On Exploration

Materials are designed to build concentration, problem-solving, and confidence.

Guided by Skilled Educators

Teachers observe and support each child’s development with warmth and intention.

Mixed-Age Community

Children learn from one another, building empathy, leadership, and strong social skills.

Curious how Montessori compares to traditional early education approaches?