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About Our School

Welcome to Creative World School at Gateway, proudly serving Fort Myers families since 2018! Conveniently located in the Gateway community, and conveniently accessible to interstate I-75, we offer an engaging, innovative approach to early education that inspires creativity, critical thinking, and a love for learning. Families trust us to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for infants, toddlers, twos, preschool, Pre-K, and school-age children, supported by our state-of-the-art facility with advanced security features and a team of highly trained, dedicated educators who prioritize each child’s growth and success.

Our unique Exploratorium™ program, designed exclusively for preschool and Pre-K students, invites children to explore hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM), fostering inquiry and imagination every day. For our Pre-K families, we offer Florida’s Voluntary Prekindergarten Program (VPK), a free, high-quality early learning opportunity that prepares children for success in kindergarten and beyond. For school-age children up to 12 years old, we provide CW Kid’s Club, our exciting before- and after-school care with transportation to and from local elementary schools, as well as CampTastic, our fun-filled spring, summer, and winter break camps.


Visit our school today to see our curriculum in action and discover how we combine fun, learning, and care in our World of Wonder, right here in Gateway! in our World of Wonder, right here in Gateway!


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At a Glance

We Also Offer

Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK)

Summer Programs:

• JumpStart into Pre-K for Children entering Pre-K
• LaunchPad Kindergarten Readiness for Pre-K Graduates
• CampTastic for Elementary Students Ages 6-12

Our Accreditation

Cognia School Accredited
Cognia System Accredited

Contact Us

11961 Fairway Lakes Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33913, USA

(239) 235-3184

License: C20LE0176

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday: 6:30am - 6:00pm

Our Franchise Owners

Amy and Chris O’Malley

Our Leadership Team

Jeanne Shimazaki

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Our Leadership team

Jeanne Shimazaki director

Meet Our Owners

Amy and Chris O’Malley

Amy and Chris O’Malley find it an honor and privilege to be the proud owners of Creative World School Three Oaks, Preschool at the Lamb, and Creative World Gateway. They moved to Estero, Florida from Massachusetts 9 years ago and feel fortunate to live in the community they serve. They have three wonderful children, Mairin, Alison and Liam. Their daughters graduated from the Preschool at the Lamb program and their son is currently attending Creative World Three Oaks. Amy taught at the Preschool at the Lamb for three years, and also worked for Lamb of God Church as the Director of Children’s Ministries and taught chapel to the children at the preschool for two years. Chris has been in the corporate/business world for over 20 years. While Amy and Chris were in the hospital welcoming their son, Chris shared that he wanted to explore becoming a Creative World School franchisee. He had researched many other franchise opportunities in the past but wanted to own something that would allow them to make a positive impact in the local community. Creative World seemed like the perfect combination of interests for both Amy and Chris. Amys’ passion and experience working with young children, and Chris’ financial and business experience, convinced them that an early childhood franchise would be a rewarding adventure for the entire family. Amy said, “Creative World School was an obvious choice as our two daughters had received an amazing education and I was familiar with the philosophies and curriculum components. We also appreciate their commitment to providing the highest level of care and education to children. Everyone in the organization has the utmost integrity and their decisions as a company always revolve around a desire to care for the well-being of the entire child. We both truly believe in Creative World’s innovative approach to learning. Who wouldn’t want to work in an environment that celebrates the curiosity of young children by continuously providing opportunities to inspire their imagination and encourage their development!” The O’Malleys are extremely committed to the development and growth of young children. At their schools they strive to offer a stimulating and educational experience, while promoting each child’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. They maintain the goal to support children’s desires to be life-long learners and achievers by providing the highest level of quality care and education in the safest, most secure environment available. Amy feels that that children have an unlimited potential and Creative World is the unique and supportive environment to encourage their growth. Amy is on site each day providing operational support to the schools. Chris maintains a full-time job outside of the schools while providing financial and business development support for each of their locations. They would love to meet your family and share with you all the extraordinary qualities of Creative World Schools.
Did You Know?

Our students get to participate in Field Studies for extra hands on learning opportunities. Real life experience is invaluable!

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What Makes Us Unique?

In addition to our high-quality curriculum, we work with you to ensure your child is growing and learning every day. Here are just some of the ways we are committed to excellence.

Ongoing communication through the CW App allows you to have direct access to your child’s Care Routines and Learning Moments.

A monthly Curriculum Showcase features long-term projects and inquiry experiences.

Quarterly Portfolio Showings show you how we track and record your child’s achievements in specific milestones and learning domains.

At Creative World School, mealtime is more than just eating—it’s an opportunity for learning and connection. Each of our classrooms enjoys “Family-Style” dining together, fostering a sense of community through bonding and conversation in a familiar setting. This special time helps children develop essential social skills, including practicing table manners and learning how to share and collaborate. Our dedicated, on-site cook prepares nutritious, kid-friendly meals every day, ensuring children are fueled for fun and learning. We believe that healthy, delicious food served in a warm, welcoming environment helps children thrive.

Creative World School is proud to enjoy the distinction of being Cognia System Accredited. This means that an external body of professionals in education have affirmed that our schools maintain the highest standards of leadership, safety, and education. Our commitment to being our best for our students extends to every level of our licensing, standards, professionalism, and growth!

What Makes Us the Right Choice for your Family?

Of course, you want the best care, education, and social experiences for your child. We encourage you to check out our competition and see how they compare. Here are some of the quality indicators to look for:

  • Health and Safety: Equipment is durable and properly maintained. Visitors are closely monitored at all times. Environments are clean and maintained throughout the day.
  • Learning Environment: Teachers provide a high level of supervision and guidance. Children have ample opportunities to develop socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically.
  • Staff Training: Teachers and Leadership understand child development and best practice. Ongoing training is provided and staff have access to resources to enhance teaching.

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Ready to Inspire?

Ready to Inspire? Are you looking for a place to have fun and share your passion for teaching?

Are you an out-of-the-box thinker? Do you love getting children excited about learning? Are you looking for a great place to work? Creative World School may be the perfect place for you!

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