Newbridge Academy for Kids: Building Bridges to the Brightest Future
Discover a nurturing learning environment that fosters curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning in the heart of Wheeling, WV.
Welcome to Newbridge Academy for Kids!
Located at the gateway to downtown Wheeling, Newbridge Academy for Kids provides a safe and nurturing environment where your child's educational journey will thrive. Our mission is to build bridges to the brightest future, accomplished through creative lesson plans and faith-based values.
Why Choose Us?
Teachers Who Care
Our certified teachers are passionate about shaping the future and are trained to meet your child's unique needs.
Nutritious Meals
Healthy bodies fuel active minds. We provide wholesome, balanced meals to keep our little learners energized.
Safe and Clean Facilities
Security and cleanliness are top priorities. Our state-of-the-art facility is designed to ensure the safety and well-being of every child.
Our Programs Cater to Every Age
Each program is crafted to support the developmental stages of children, from infants through pre-kindergarten, ensuring they thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.
Infants — Program and Activities
Our Infant Program provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for your little one. Our dedicated caregivers focus on fostering early development through engaging activities tailored to each child's unique needs. From sensory exploration to early language skills, we ensure a loving, safe, and enriching experience that supports your infant's growth and happiness. Discover the exceptional care and attention that makes Newbridge Academy the perfect place for your child's first steps in learning and development.
Meet Our
Executive Director Rachael Goldbaugh
Goldbaugh is a native of upstate New York. She has spent the last 20 years working with children in various capacities. Rachael and her husband, Chris, have been married for nine years and are raising their 13-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son in Wheeling. Before becoming the Executive Director of Newbridge Academy for Kids, Goldbaugh was the Children’s Ministry Director at Newbridge Church.
Favorite bible verse is Jeremiah 29:11
Meet Our Operations
Director, Kristen Urban
Urban, originally from West Virginia, lives in Wellsburg with her husband, Logan, their Labradoodle, Rocco, and Siamese cat, Penelope. Before becoming Newbridge Academy for Kids' Operations Director, she taught in elementary school. Kristen also plans events for Plans for Perfection in the Wheeling/Pittsburgh area and serves as a teacher in the Children's Ministry at Newbridge Church.
Favorite bible verse is Ecclesiastes 3:1-7
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