About Ruby’s Academy

Ruby's Academy is a childcare and preschool center that has been serving families since 2008. Our dedicated teachers and staff provide unmatched, compassionate care. From our infant room to our after-school program, Ruby's Academy has a place for your child. Our family-centered approach creates a truly special learning environment.

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A gray stone plaque on a red brick wall with the inscription 'Established 2008 in God we trust'.
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A family tradition of educating and nurturing

Founded in 2008 by educator and school psychologist Vaudrien Forsythe Ray, Ruby’s Academy carries forward a family legacy of education spanning three generations. Mrs. Ray holds a master’s degree in education and an Educational Specialist degree in School Psychology. She is also a Nationally Certified School Psychologist and a Licensed Psycho-Educational Specialist in South Carolina.

Ruby’s Academy is named in honor of Mrs. Ray’s grandmother, Mrs. Ruby Middleton Forsythe (“Miss Ruby”), a beloved South Carolina educator who taught generations of children during more than 60 years of service. That same commitment to education, character, and community remains at the heart of Ruby’s Academy today.

At Ruby’s Academy, we believe exceptional child care should do more than supervise children—it should help them learn, explore, and build confidence. Serving children from 6 weeks through preschool, along with school-age programming, our nurturing learning environment combines developmentally appropriate instruction with character development, foreign language exposure, physical activity, and ongoing assessment of each child’s progress. Our experienced team is committed to creating a warm, professional environment where children are encouraged to become independent thinkers, creative problem-solvers, and confident learners.

More than childcare, Ruby’s Academy is a community built on a legacy of excellence in education.

 
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Ruby’s approach to care

  • Small class sizes with teacher-student ratios

  • Experienced, Qualified Staff with longevity

  • Developmentally appropriate activities

  • Electronic daily communication with parents

  • Nutritious meals

  • Professional, loving environment

  • Exceptional safety & cleaning protocols

 

Preparing for Kindergarten

  • Creative Curriculum for Preschoolers

  • Spanish

  • Physical education

  • Character development

  • STEM activities

  • Assessments

 

Our Mission

Ruby’s Academy is a locally owned and operated child development center proudly serving families throughout the Charleston area. We provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children are encouraged to learn, explore, and grow with confidence.

Our age-appropriate curriculum provides meaningful learning experiences in language and literacy, mathematics, science, art, foreign language, music, and more—helping children build the skills, curiosity, and confidence needed for future success.

At Ruby’s Academy, our goal is simple: to make every child’s day safe, joyful, enriching, and productive while building a strong foundation for a lifetime of learning.

Our Core Values

At Ruby’s Academy Childcare and Preschool, we strive to inspire lifelong learners, instill impeccable character, and imprint a legacy of exceptional learning and service in our community.