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About Oaks Trail Academy
Nurturing Christian Academy with Small Classes
Oaks Trail Academy operates as a ministry of Restoration Worship Center Church, providing a peaceful and nurturing environment in Rowlett. The program utilizes the research-based Frog Street curriculum for toddlers and ABEKA for preschool, emphasizing reading readiness, phonics, and Godly character development. The facility is designed with age-appropriate activity centers that promote imagination and creativity while maintaining a balanced schedule of formal instruction and child-led play. Director Michelle Hopwood brings over 30 years of early childhood experience to the academy, fostering a strong sense of personal connection with every family. The program serves children from six weeks through elementary age, including a "Beyond the Bell" after-school program with transportation provided to local elementary schools. Parents frequently highlight the stability of the teaching staff and the non-overwhelming, small-scale feel of the classrooms.
What Parents Say
5 reviews from parents
I struggled to find a daycare that would properly change her and also not dislocate her arm bc that was my last experience with Childtime and OakLeaf daycare and then I found this place and my daughter is now 10 she has been coming here for 8 years and I’ve never had any issues with her quality of care she was very well taken care of and very loved my her teachers. They even kept the hour of opening at 6:30 am to accommodate my schedule when they were going to change their hours so my daughter wouldn’t have to switch daycares after she cried telling them she didn’t want to move daycares. Ms. Michelle is excellent in communicating with me and I loved how she seems to know all the kids and parents names she is very loving and it’s been such a blessing to have had my daughter attend this daycare! We are sad to say goodbye but we are moving and she will no longer be able to attend!! Thank you to everyone who has cared/loved my daughter over the years!! I definitely recommend Oak Trail Academy to anyone looking for a safe and loving environment for your children
This is a great, warm and loving facility with an amazing caring staff and director! Awesome Christian Cirriculum and fun activities for the children during summer break. They ALL truly make a difference in the lives of the children!!
Children are cared for very well. The employees are like families., Loving and God fearing group. Management is very caring and understanding. I recommend Oak Trails Academy for all age group children.
My daughter has attended this school for almost 2 years now they are absolutely amazing. They help in every way possible she loves going here. She can’t wait to get up in the morning and go play with all her friends. The teachers there are A hard-working mother’s blessing …amazing…They have taught my daughter her ABC’s her 123s and how to write her name they also helped with the potty training and among other things and now She is kindergarten ready all thanks to this school.. 10 out of 10 recommend
Great great great place! My kids have been going here since October of last year and I love it. The staff is super friendly. I love that there is a Christian atmosphere for my kids to be in. I love that it is a small environment, it’s not overwhelming when I go to pick up or drop off my kids. They do ton of activities with the kids. Even at a 2 year old level, they are teaching them a great amount about their letters, shapes, numbers, etc.
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Safety Record
No safety concerns or major incidents were found in news articles or public records for this location. Oaks Trail Academy is a Texas-licensed child care center (License #1520000) with a capacity of 112 children and has satisfied state requirements for safety and health inspections.
Parent Reputation
The academy maintains a positive reputation, with parents highlighting a 'peaceful environment,' 'small class sizes,' and 'committed teachers.' Testimonials emphasize strong academic preparation for kindergarten and appreciation for the school's Christian-led approach and nurturing atmosphere.
Staff Insights
The center is led by Director Michelle Hopwood, who has over 30 years of industry experience and has been a licensed director since 2000. Recent job postings indicate a starting pay of $15-$18 per hour for teachers, with benefits including paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts.
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