Who we are?
KBA Dakar
Kids and Babies Academy (KBA) is a bilingual nursery school and nursery school with a French program which offers a bilingual English and French program.
The preschool program: Ages 2 – 6
The preschool program is based on the new French program which is offered in equal parts in French and English, following the 5 learning areas of the official program recommended by the French Ministry of National Education (see the section «Educational Methods» for a detailed presentation of the instructional program).
The nursery: Ages 3months – 2
The nursery educational program is based on American standards and was designed around 6 objectives which aim to develop language, intellect, social relationships, motor function, independence and imagination.
Nursery activities are designed for children aged 3 months to two years with early-learning activities, specially adapted to each age group.
After school program
TWe also offer creative workshops for children aged 2 to 10, as well as a playground and baby gym room. Our mission is to ensure the care, development and well-being of your children in a safe environment.
Director and founder
The director, Mrs. Gabrielle Goudiaby Ngom, holds a degree in Education from the American University in Washington, DC. and a certificate from the Association Montessori International of Montessori pedagogy from birth to three. Mrs. Ngom opened the school in 2014.
Mrs. Ngom’s experience in the field includes working in pre-school settings in the United States, with international organizations and universities. Of particular note, she has worked as a consultant for the World Bank in Washington, DC in the early childhood department for Africa, and at Stanford University as a researcher in the laboratory for research on language and early childhood. She brings together her passion and knowledge for the development and pleasure of your children.