Scottsdale Academy

Specialties

We strive to set ourselves apart from every other daycare in Tallahassee. From infant care to preschool, we strive to create a sense of community by building upon each child’s background, language, and learning abilities so that each child feels a positive sense of self. Children should feel they are at their «other home» when they step through the doors of Scottsdale Academy.

History

Established in 2003.

In August of 2005, Roy and Jennifer purchased the Academy and quickly elevated the service to an early childhood development school. In October 2006, all components of Scottsdale Academy were evaluated including: administration, classroom environment, parent and community involvement, advocacy on behalf of children, teacher credentials, and teacher to child ratios. The preschool achieved high scores on all indicators of quality. Scottsdale Academy became APPLE accredited and also achieved the Florida Gold Seal of Quality status.

Recognizing the need for high-​quality childcare and consistently being at 100% capacity with a waiting list for new students, the Keisters expanded the Academy by adding a 2,100 square foot expansion in Sept. 2007. Further expansion in August 2010, included a second location with a 20,000 square foot facility located in the business district of the popular Southwood community.

Meet the Business Owner

Roy and Jennifer K.

Business Owner

Roy and Jennifer met while working together in 1994. Married in 1996, the Keisters have again combined their management talents for their own business. All three of their daughters have graduated from Scottsdale Academy.

Roy Keister has his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management with an extensive background in operations management, human resources, strategic planning and budgeting.

Jennifer Keister has her Bachelor’s Degree in Management and Marketing. Before operating Scottsdale Academy, Jennifer worked for a decade as a Group Director for The Zimmerman Agency, a public relations and advertising firm. Since operating the private preschool in Tallahassee, FL Academy, she has gained her Advanced Level Director’s credentials.

Roy and Jennifer work with the Children’s Movement of Florida and multiple Florida Legislative Sessions on behalf of children’s issues. Roy is the current President and past Legislative Chair for the Florida Association of Childcare Management.