Founded in 1935, the Children's Academy of Southwest Florida is one of the largest and oldest child care service providers in Manatee County in Florida. It is a nonprofit organization that offers a variety of before- and after-school care solutions. The organization maintains voluntary pre-kindergarten classes for children between the ages of 3 and 4. The Children's Academy of Southwest Florida accepts donations, clothing and toys for children. It is a member of the United Way.