Welcome to
West Ivy Prep Academy
Welcome to West Ivy Prep Academy, where early leaders grow and thrive.
West Ivy Prep Academy is a boutique preschool offering a small, personalized, high-quality early learning experience rooted in love, leadership, and excellence. Our nurturing environment blends meaningful play with intentional, structured learning to support the whole child academically, socially, and emotionally.
Each scholar is guided through a tailored curriculum designed to meet their unique developmental needs while cultivating independence, confidence, creativity, and curiosity. Through strong relationships, a connected community, and high expectations, we prepare children not only for school, but for life.
The West Ivy Prep Difference
West Ivy Prep Academy is not a traditional daycare and not a high-volume center. We are a boutique preschool intentionally designed to deliver high-quality early education in a close-knit, relationship-driven environment. Every detail of our program is curated with purpose, excellence, and leadership in mind.
Leadership Begins Early
Leadership is not a future goal at West Ivy Prep. It is embedded into our daily routines, classroom culture, and learning experiences. Our scholars are taught confidence, responsibility, communication, decision-making, and self-awareness from the very beginning.
Small Group, High-Impact Learning
Our intimate class sizes allow us to truly know each child, personalize instruction, and support developmental growth with intention. Your child is never just one of many. They are seen, known, and supported.
Play With Purpose and Structure With Intention
We blend hands-on, play-based learning with structured academic foundations to create an environment where children explore freely while building strong early literacy, math, and problem-solving skills.
Whole-Child Development Is the Standard
We intentionally nurture social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development every day. Character, independence, emotional regulation, communication, and creativity are valued just as highly as academic growth.
Family Partnership Is a Core Value, Not an Add-On
We believe families are an essential part of the learning journey. Strong communication, engagement projects, conferences, and community experiences allow school and home to work as one.
High Expectations With Nurture and Care
Children at West Ivy Prep are loved deeply and guided with consistency and high expectations. We believe children rise when they are supported, challenged, and believed in.
Our Programs
Ages Served
West Ivy Prep Academy proudly serves children from infancy through 4 years old, providing a seamless, nurturing, high-quality early education experience in a structured and loving environment. Our program is intentionally designed to grow with your child, offering continuity of care from their earliest milestones through kindergarten readiness.
Through consistent routines, intentional instruction, and strong relationships, children are supported through every stage of development in one secure, familiar setting.
Flexible Schedule
At West Ivy Prep Academy, we understand that every family has unique schedules and requirements. Thats why we offer a flexible childcare schedule designed to accommodate your lifestyle. Whether you need full time care, part time care or extended hours, we've got you covered.
Saturday Play Group
Are you looking for a fun and enriching playtime experience for your little ones? Look no further! Preschool Pals is a warm and welcoming Saturday Playgroup designed specifically for children ages 2-5 years old. Whether your child attends preschool or not, our playgroup provides a nurturing environment where they can learn, grow, and connect with other kids their age.
Summer Camp
West Ivy Prep Summer Camp: Where Learning meets Adventure!
Are you ready for an unforgettable summer filled with laughter, exploration, and growth? Look no further than the West Ivy Prep Summer Camp! Our engaging and enriching program is tailored for toddlers, preschoolers, and rising kindergartners. Here's what makes our camp a must-attend: STEM adventures, in house field trips, water days, culinary activities, and themed base play every week!
At West Ivy Prep Summer Camp, we're not just creating memories; we're shaping confident, curious, and compassionate early leaders. Secure your child's spot today and let the adventure begin!
Meet the Owner
Alexis Zellars
Founder and Lead Educator
Alexis Zellars is the heart and visionary behind West Ivy Prep Academy. With over 15 years of experience in early childhood education, she brings passion, purpose, and excellence into every aspect of the learning environment. As both an educator and a mother, Alexis understands the importance of providing children with a safe, nurturing, and high-quality foundation during their most important developmental years.
Alexis holds her Technical Certificate of Credit in Early Childhood Education Program Administration and is currently pursuing her degree in Early Childhood Education. She founded West Ivy Prep Academy with a clear mission to cultivate confident early leaders through meaningful play, intentional instruction, and strong relationships.
Her approach to teaching is rooted in whole-child development, high expectations, consistency, and love. Families value her hands-on leadership, her commitment to each child’s individual growth, and the close-knit community she has created at West Ivy Prep. To Alexis, early education is more than a profession. It is a calling, a purpose, and a lifelong commitment to helping children thrive.
Want to learn more? Get in touch and one of our staff members will gladly answer all of your questions.
Admissions
Our admissions process at West Ivy Prep Academy is designed to ensure a seamless and thoughtful transition for your child.
Here are the key steps:
Inquiry and Exploration
Application Submission
Admissions Interview
Student Assessment
Parent Orientation
Acceptance and Enrollment
Transition to West Ivy Prep
Remember, at West Ivy Prep we celebrate diversity, nurture curiosity and foster a love of learning.
We look forward to welcoming your child into our family!​
Contact Us
Interested in learning more about West Ivy Prep Academy? Please feel free to get in touch, and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
470-992-0132
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
Sat: Appointment Only
Sun: Closed
