Recognition of Excellence · Lakeland, FL · 2026

Top Tier Kids Academy

1825 N Crystal Lake Dr, Lakeland, FL 33801
https://www.toptierkidsacademy.com/
🏆 Ranked #31 in Lakeland · 6.3 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Best Infant Care
Best Infant Care
Earned the highest infant care score in Lakeland. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, and parent feedback for infant rooms.
Full Ranking Detail
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Licensed childcare center serving infants through school-age children. Emphasizes holistic development combining love, learning, and individualized attention. Accepts Early Learning Coalition subsidies. Low child-to-caregiver ratio noted in parent feedback.

Safety6.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Class sizes7.0
Extracurriculars6.0

Programs & curriculum

Curriculum & approach: Daily curriculum promoting both academic growth and personal development; no specific teaching philosophy or model named.

What sets it apart: Accepts Early Learning Coalition (ELC) subsidy for eligible families. Licensed facility (License C10PO0458); serves infants through school-age; registration via Brightwheel and tour booking available.

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