Exceptional Child Care
Meets Convenience

We Handle the Details, so you can Focus on the Joy of Being a Parent

Beyond Daycare:
A Holistic Approach to Childcare

Balanced Family Academy is a holistic childcare experience, going beyond basic daycare to nurture your child's physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being. Our all-inclusive approach handles the details, from nutritious meals to engaging activities, so you can focus on enjoying your child's growth. With low student-to-teacher ratios and a focus on healthy development, we partner with your family to create a strong foundation for lifelong success.

The
Balanced Family Academy
Difference

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    All-Inclusive Care

    We provide everything your child needs throughout the day: nourishing meals, diapers, wipes, in-house laundry and extra curricular activities.

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    Wholesome Nutrition

    We include ingredients, brands and recipes that have a positive impact on our children’s relationship to food and their well-being.

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    Ratios Matter

    Our schools staff an additional teacher in every classroom, above state requirements and two additional teachers in our young infant classrooms.

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Academic Advantage

We nurture every aspect of your child's development to provide a strong foundation
for lifelong success.

At Balanced Family Academy, our Full Circle Framework nurtures the whole child through a holistic, play-based curriculum that focuses on language and literacy, early math, science exploration, creative expression, physical well-being, community connection, emotional intelligence, and essential life skills. Our dedicated teachers, with ongoing training in child development, provide individualized attention in a supportive environment, preparing your child for success in kindergarten and beyond.

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Miss Jenna Awarded Rosa Hightower Excellence in Teaching Award

A huge congratulations to our very own Miss Jenna Ketch for winning Action for Children's 2024 Rosa Hightower Excellence in Teaching Award! Her dedication, personalized approach, and ability to foster impactful conversations in the classroom make her an inspiration to us all.

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Real Talk from Real Parents

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  • "We feel very lucky to be part of the BFA community. The teachers are very caring and provide an environment that is fun for learning and developing but also safe. I love walking in the door and having teachers in the older classrooms say hi to my littles even though they haven’t taught them yet. The communication from teachers and management has been wonderful and we are excited to continue to see our kiddos grow."

    -Lucy A

  • "Our son is thriving! He is making friends while he learns and is excited to go to “school.” We love all the diverse nutritious meals he has been offered. We also love the extra classes that our son has been able to participate in including nature time, music class, and jump bunch. We love the additional classes offered through school on the weekends to keep our son engaged and social. BFAs focus on family and their willingness to host events to facilitate and foster relationships among parents and students outside of “school” is also great!"

    -Hannah C

  • "We love the Grove City BFA! They truly live up to their reputation. Everyone in the building is so friendly! We truly cannot recommend them enough. Our kids have been there since they opened and have loved every single teacher. Everything from the curriculum, food, staff, cleanliness, etc. is all 10/10. We are very grateful for BFA being a trustworthy place to send our children."

    -Morgan T

  • "We started our daughter at BFA at 7 months after 4 months of care at other facilities that simply did not meet our standards. Since then our daughter is thriving in every aspect. She has such caring teachers that regularly let us know how much they love her. Our family is bilingual and her teachers ask us for words she says so they can learn along with her and reinforce our bilingual teachings. She’s only 2.5 and they go so above and beyond our expectations. Being working parents is tough, but knowing your baby is loved this way is simply amazing. We plan to stay here until we no longer can and I am sure that day will be a sad one."

    -Haydee L

  • "BFA has been an incredible place for our son. We were previously at another daycare center but left when we realized how poor the quality of the food and education was. We also had to provide all our own supplies. At BFA you get it all - fantastic teaching staff, a wonderful education structure, great communication, incredibly friendly staff, wonderful food, and all you have to bring each day is your kid (no diapers, wipes, bed linens, food!). We’re so sad our time here is coming to an end - we will miss everyone so much!!"

    -Kristen J

  • "We have been at BFA for over 5 years and have been so happy with the care we have received! My children have been able to do fun activities (yoga, nature, cooking club and music- to name a few), mixed in with educational activities and centers to ensure they are ready for Kindergarten and beyond! I love the app that allows communication with teachers and the ability to get pictures and updates throughout the day!"

    -Emily V

  • "We have loved our experience at BFA- New Albany! The teachers are so welcoming and loving. They work with us and our son to ensure his development and growth. He is a happy boy there! The administrators are communicative and supportive! We see BFA as an extension of our family and are confident in the care our son receives when we drop him off. In addition to great care, they also take some of the load off parents by providing nutritious meals, diapers/wipes, and awesome experiences! We are very pleased with our decision and highly recommend BFA- New Albany!"

    -Molly A.

  • "We had a wonderful experience at BFA. The staff and teachers were amazing. It was great to have good food served to our kids and not have to worry about what they were eating daily. Even though my kids have moved on to elementary school, we have long lasting friendships with both the people at BFA and the families we met while we were there. I truly feel our kids were more prepared going into elementary school than most others. I highly recommend!"

    -Jim F

  • "My husband and I cannot say enough good things about Balanced Family Academy - Dublin Innovation. There are many things we love about BFA, but the most important is that when we drop her off, we know that she is in THE BEST hands and care. The teachers and the admin team are so attentive to each child's needs and go above and beyond to communicate on anything related to your child. Our daughter has grown so much through the activities BFA does with her, too. It's amazing! We recommend BFA to everyone we talk to!"

    -Jamie H.

  • "Best place to send your kids to have a peace of mind they will be taken care of! Fresh meals, excellent ratio of adults to children, always clean and friendly staff members-- it doesn't get better than this! All the rooms are very spacious and there is a beautiful enclosed playground area outside for children to enjoy the outdoors. Security system on doors to ensure children's safety and an app for parents to be updated in real time and never feel too far from their children even when away at work."

    -A Melnik

  • "We absolutely love BFA of Grove City. We started both our kids (3.5 and 18 months) when they opened and have had nothing but the best experience. From the design of the classrooms, to the AMAZING teachers and directors, to delicious and healthy food to all the activities our kids get to experience each day, we cannot imagine a better place to send them. Our kids had always been watched at home, so we were nervous to transition to a daycare, but it has been the most wonderful experience for our family and cannot imagine having done any differently."

    -Alyson H.

  • "BFA Harrison West has been the greatest decision for our two daughters. We had been enrolled in another well-established center, but high turnover and lackluster learning sent us looking elsewhere. BFA has been so positive! The growth in our 4 year old, including an opportunity for on-site Occupational Therapy, has prepared her for Kindergarten. We can’t say enough about BFA - it’s been so worth it!"

    -Sara S.

  • "BFA Gahanna exceeds our childcare expectations for our toddler. The teachers and office staff are very kind and quite thorough with updates throughout the day. The daily curriculum-based activities are enriching and have sparked a love of books in our toddler. Outdoor time is plentiful as weather allows. Our kiddo comes home happy. The food is nutritious and creative - it’s a menu I’d love to eat for lunch! I highly recommend BFA Gahanna if you are looking for peace of mind and a safe, loving environment for your child."

    -Tim F.

  • "Absolutely five stars for BFA Perimeter! Our daughter, who's been attending since she was a little over 12 months old, has had a fantastic journey so far. Three things stand out for us: Firstly, the freshly made food from their own kitchen ensures she's well-fed with nutritious meals every day - this is always my top priority! Secondly, the teachers are incredible – they're caring, attentive, and have played a crucial role in our daughter's development. Lastly, we're impressed by the owners' approach towards their staff. Taking care of the teachers translates into a positive environment for the kids, and we've seen the benefits firsthand. Highly recommend this daycare for its dedication to both children and staff well-being."

    -Ying W.

  • "My son started attending BFA when he was a few months old. We have absolutely loved it. The teachers and staff are very caring and dedicated. When my son had a scary medical episode, they acted swiftly to make sure he had appropriate care and was safe. They were very thoughtful and had great communication with us. On a day to day basis, we love the cute picture updates and fun crafts. It’s really nice to not have to pack any diapers or food! Overall, very happy with our decision to send our boy to BFA."

    -Jessica B

  • "We have used other daycares in the area. Balanced Family Academy is the best around. Our kids love going to “school” and they always leave with a smile on their face."

    -Derek S.