Shores Kids Academy

Shores Kids Academy is a Christian preschool that provides a quality learning environment for infants through preschoolers. Centrally located in Gulf Shores, Shores Kids Academy is conveniently located for parents who live and work in the towns of South Baldwin County.

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OUR MISSION

As a ministry of Church at the Shores, our mission is threefold.

WE SEEK TO:

  • Teach children about God and His love for each of them
  • Give each child a strong foundation in academic preschool skills thus preparing them for success as they enter elementary school
  • Help develop each child’s self-esteem in a safe and nurturing environment

At the same time, we strive to provide families in our community with affordable Christian options for quality child care.  In doing so, a high priority is placed on providing clean spacious rooms, small staff to child ratios, and dedicated, well trained staff members.

OUR PASSION

OUR PASSION

The team at Shores Kids Academy is passionate about giving our students a top notch preschool education. Each day includes preschool academics, and exciting Bible adventures. All students also participate weekly in "Singing and Signing Time." Every structured day includes plenty of play time both indoors in our play center area and outside on our playground.

At Shores Kids Academy, we truly love our students and their families. We work hard to give them the best possible experience each and every day!

OUR VISION

OUR VISION

Our Vision is to provide high-quality early childhood education in a Christian environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning about God’s worth through the development of the whole child.

OUR GOALS

SAFE ENVIRONMENTS TO GROW

Provide a safe Christian environment along with intentional relationships that communicate the love of Jesus.

LEARNING AT THEIR LEVEL

Accept the child at his or her developmental stage and facilitate continual growth and development.

PARTNERING WITH PARENTS

Strongly encourage and facilitate parental involvement by recognizing that parents are essential partners in children’s education.

MINISTRY FOCUSED

Minister to students and their families through prayer, communication, availability, and presentation of the gospel, as well as other biblical truths.

YOUR NEXT STEP

We would love to help your family take your next step. We have provided a list of helpful documents for you below. If you have any questions you can reach out our director Kathy Thrift directly at kathy@churchattheshores.com

Tuition and Fees 2025-2026Calendar 2025-2026Child’s Medical ReportEnrollment Document ListForm of Affidavit for Parents or GuardiansLiability Release for Medical Treatment

Connect With Us

We’d love to connect with you. Ask a question or find our more information by filling out the information below. A member of the Shores Kids Academy team will contact you within 3-5 business days!

We look forward to hearing from you!

Our Preschool proudly serves Gulf Shores, Foley, Orange Beach, Elberta, and Baldwin County.