Kiddie Academy of Atascocita opened Jan. 3 at 12010 Madera Run Parkway, Humble, according to Ashlar Development Vice President Mike Miller.

At Partnership Lake Houston's virtual Atascocita BizCom event Feb. 25, Miller said the academy is near several schools within The Groves development, a 993-acre master-planned community in Atascocita, including Groves Elementary School and West Lake Middle School.

“So parents can enjoy a nice leisurely walk to take their kids to day care, elementary school and middle school right down the street,” Miller said.

The new academy is one of 21 Kiddie Academy locations in the Greater Houston area. The early education franchise provides child care ranging from infant and toddler care to kindergarten to after-school and summer camp programs. 346-444-8700. www.kiddieacademy.com/academies/atascocita