Private Education

Individualized Care
Individualized care is delivered by our team of qualified professionals, including multilingual and multicultural pediatric nurses and aides. They collaborate on-site with skilled Physical, Speech, and Occupational Therapists to provide comprehensive support designed for each child's unique needs.
Your Child's Second Home
Big Bear Academy's friendly and welcoming environment makes your child feel at home. Our staff fosters a warm, inclusive atmosphere, ensuring every child feels valued and supported. We prioritize building strong relationships and a sense of community, making our centers the best nurturing place for your child's growth and development.
More Time, More Love
Big Bear Academy provides up to 12 hours of nursing care per day, Monday through Saturday, for children from birth to 21 years old. Our dedicated professionals deliver high-quality, compassionate care, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for every stage of your child's development.

Most amazing center where your kids are going to receive the best service and attention! The environment is great! The most loving and caring center!

Daniela Ruiz
Miami, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a PPEC?
PPEC stands for Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care. These services provide a less restrictive, cost-effective alternative to expensive hospitalization or home health care. It reduces the isolation of home-bound programs, helping each child to achieve the highest quality of life possible.
What qualifies a child for the PPEC program?
Children who need nursing care every day and are unable to have their needs met by a typical school or day care and/or do not need to be in a hospital. Children who have been hospitalized or frequent emergency room visits for an ongoing or unresolved condition such as asthma or seizures.
Who pays for these services?
PPEC Services are covered by Medicaid once recommended by the child’s pediatrician through a prescription or letter of medical necessity. We also accept insurance and private pay. Our staff is happy to assist you with the enrollment process.
What services do we offer?
Our services include Pediatric Nursing Care, Transportation, Nutritional Food Program, Physical, Respiratory, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Special Education (provided by Miami Dade County Public Schools), Physician on Call, After School Program, Extracurricular Activities, and Social Services.