Nature-Based, Reggio-Inspired, Science-Rich

Early Education

Learning Through Play With
Lots Of Bugs & Hisses

Preschool & Child Care Center Serving Wichita KS

Founder & Director, The Bug Lady, Welcomes Your Child To A Learning Experience Unlike Any Other

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Hands-On Activities Drive Creative & Critical Thinking

Projects inspired by the Connect4Learning® and Pocket of Preschool curriculums fascinate your little learner. Exploring exciting activities and experiments transform children into readers, writers, mathematicians, thinkers, and active classroom participants.
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School-Readiness Starts With Science Exploration

A strong focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) ignites your child’s curious mind through interaction with unique animals, critters, and nature, building an innovative, problem-solving mindset that gives them an edge for school.

The Many Benefits Of Nature-Based Learning

Nature-based learning is proven to increase your child’s self-esteem and resilience against stress and adversity. Expect them to improve concentration, learning, creativity, cognitive development, cooperation, flexibility, and self-awareness.
Live Plant Walls

Live Plant Walls

The presence of plants improves memory retention by 20% and children feel a natural sense of relief from anxiety and stress when in a room with a green wall.

Fascinating Insects & Critters

Fascinating Insects & Critters

Many legged or winged, furry or slimy, insects and bugs have so much to teach kids about nature, and your little learner makes new discoveries every day.

Natural Playscapes

Natural Playscapes

Encourage your child to play creatively by eliminating expectations and playground rules and replacing them with stimulating textures and experiences.

A Vegetable Garden To Tend

A Vegetable Garden To Tend

Kids love getting their hands dirty in flowerbeds and planters. As they plant and tend fruit, flowers, and veggies, kids learn firsthand how things grow.

A Spacious Animal Studio

A Spacious Animal Studio

A dedicated learning destination houses creatures great and small. Kids learn about animals in “person” and enjoy active play in a unique space, rain or shine.

Furry & Feathered Friends

Furry & Feathered Friends

Hedgehogs, bunnies, birds, and iguanas are just a few of the characters children encounter, study, care for, and befriend in classrooms, hallways, and outdoors.

An Outdoor Chicken Coop

An Outdoor Chicken Coop

As part of your child’s daily activities out in the fresh air, tending to the chickens is a highlight and encourages a sense of responsibility.

Tenured Teachers Lead With Consistency & Dedication

A unique team of committed educators inspires and guides your child every day. Many of our teachers have been with the center since it opened—a testament to their passion and enthusiasm for early learning that’s never boring.

Receive Daily Photos, Videos & Updates Via Brightwheel™

Stay up to date with all your child’s exciting daily activities and experiments with regular photos and videos via the easy-to-use app. Feel connected to their day and track their achievements with ease.

Expect A Fresh & Sparkling Clean

  • Toys and other items are sanitized in the dishwasher to kill 99.999% of bacteria
  • Air purifiers in every classroom destroy allergens such as mold, pollen, & more
  • Electrostatic sprayers sanitize, disinfect, & deodorize bacteria & viruses quickly & effectively
Expect A Fresh & Sparkling Clean
  • Regular disinfection of surfaces, objects, & equipment by staff
  • On-site cleaners focus on high traffic areas like doorknobs, light switches, toilet handles, counters, & more
  • Once a week, professional cleaners go beyond regular sanitization with an extensive deep-clean of all spaces
Expect A Fresh & Sparkling Clean
Read About Our Comprehensive Health & Safety Measures Here
Sugar-Free Meals At No Extra Cost

Sugar-Free Meals At No Extra Cost

Your child stays healthy and energized with a morning snack, hearty lunch, and afternoon snack every day. Their tasty, kid-friendly meals are sugar-free and cater to sensitivities, so you know they’re getting everything they need to learn and grow.

Exciting Enrichments Broaden Their Horizons

Your child explores a full and diverse learning program with regular activities that introduce new ideas and skills. Enriching experiences encourage interests and passions for a well-rounded early education foundation.
  • ART SESSIONS focus on one master at a time to introduce the classics
  • CRAZY EXPERIMENTS get kids excited about hypotheses & innovation
  • THE LETTER OF THE MONTH creates opportunities for mindfulness

FAQs

Facility Hours are 7.00 AM – 6.00 PM

Academic Day is 9.00 AM – 3:30 PM

  • Restricted access controls
  • Fenced in yard
  • Security cameras
  • Teachers hold CPR certifications
  • All staff are required to be fingerprinted and cleared through the Kansas Bureau of Investigation

Yes, We Offer Tuition Support Options

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Hear What Parents Have To Say...

"My son was more than prepared when he left BLSA for Kindergarten."
"My son was more than prepared when he left BLSA for Kindergarten."
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I cannot recommend Bug Lady Science Academy (BLSA) enough! My son attended from 2.5 years until he transitioned to Kindergarten. The staff are trustworthy and love the children as their own. The atmosphere and curriculum is unique and engaging. My son was more than prepared when he left BLSA for Kindergarten. If you're looking for a preschool, look no further!

- Cara Mattson

"My son came home daily sharing new facts about animals and science"
"My son came home daily sharing new facts about animals and science"
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We absolutely loved our experience at The Bug Lady! My son came home daily sharing new facts about animals and science, his teachers were in constant communication with us, and he made the best friends. Now that he's in kindergarten at a public school, he is above his class in both reading and math--no doubt due to the education he received at BLSA!

- Ashley Borniger

"They absolutely loved their time there and often ask, when can they go back."
"They absolutely loved their time there and often ask, when can they go back."
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Amazing place! Both my daughters attended The Bug Lady's Science Academy for pre-school and they still talk about it years later -- they absolutely loved their time there and often ask, when can they go back. The Bug Lady and her staff are amazing, the building is truly magical and unique, and the curriculum is fun, engaging, and educational.

- Lili Solorzano

"Caring teachers, good communicators, great curriculum, this place is the BEST."
"Caring teachers, good communicators, great curriculum, this place is the BEST."
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Can't recommend The Bug Lady's Science Academy enough!!!! It's a magical place from the moment you walk in. We have had 2 kiddos graduate from the school. Our kids loved going there everyday. This was the easiest 5 star rating I've ever given. Caring teachers, good communicators, great curriculum, this place is the BEST.

- Ty Kasper

"The teachers were so friendly, fun, knowledgeable, caring"
"The teachers were so friendly, fun, knowledgeable, caring"
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My family absolutely loved The Bug Lady Science Academy! The teachers were so friendly, fun, knowledgeable, caring and I could go on and on!! My daughter was learning new things everyday and still, years later, talks about all her friends-animal and human, from Bug Lady!!

- Becca Dinsmore

"I loved how easy the staff made things for a busy working mom."
"I loved how easy the staff made things for a busy working mom."
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I can’t say enough good things about BLSA. Outstanding staff, strong educational programming, and a fun and caring atmosphere. I loved how easy the staff made things for a busy working mom. We moved right after our daughter finished kindergarten at BLSA, and during the next year, she consistently performed a grade level ahead in science and reading.

- Anna C. Ritchie

"My kids loved all of the science, activities and most of all the staff."
"My kids loved all of the science, activities and most of all the staff."
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Bug Lady and her staff went above and beyond to make sure our daughter was prepared to start school. The summer program was by far the best I have seen, my kids loved all of the science, activities and most of all the staff. Two years later and my kids still ask to stop in and say hello. Highly recommend!

- Kayce Martin

"We would have stayed forever if that would have been an option."
"We would have stayed forever if that would have been an option."
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My daughter attended The Bug Lady Science Academy from the age of 3 until she aged out. We would have stayed forever if that would have been an option. She learned so much there, and looked forward to going every single day. The staff is all very caring and always keep you update on what has happened throughout the week. I highly recommend them!

- Jade Vickery

"She is simply amazing. She is kind & gentle and makes learning fun."
"She is simply amazing. She is kind & gentle and makes learning fun."
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I absolutely recommend her to be a part of any program with kids or adults! She is simply amazing. She is kind & gentle and makes learning fun. If someone is scared of an animal she encourages without “making” anyone touch that animal. She is knowledgeable in her information and education. Keep doing what you are doing! I am so blessed to know you Carrie! 5 stars!!

- Hannah Fitzwater

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How Old Is Your Child?

Toddlers

2.5 - 3 Years

Preschool

3 - 4 Years

Pre-K

4 - 5 Years