Brany Smart – Kids’ Development Club in Manteca, CA
Discover the story behind Brany Smart, a kids’ learning and development club founded by educator Zaccery Monis in Manteca, CA. Learn about our mission, values, and child-focused environment where creativity and curiosity thrive.
Our Story
Brany Smart was born from one simple idea: childhood should be full of wonder, discovery, and joy.
Founded in 2022 by passionate educator Zaccery Monis, Brany Smart began as a small group activity for neighborhood families in Manteca, CA. Zaccery saw the need for a space where children could learn, play, and grow beyond the classroom — a place that blended creativity with structure, and exploration with guidance.
What started with just a few eager minds and a stack of colorful building blocks has now become a vibrant hub of early development programs, where children aged 2–10 can thrive emotionally, socially, and intellectually.
🎯 Our Mission & Values
At Brany Smart, we believe in growing smart minds — not just academically, but as confident, kind, and curious little humans.
Our Mission
To provide a safe, nurturing space where children explore, imagine, and build the foundational skills they’ll carry for life.
Our Core Values
- 🌱 Child-Centered Learning – Every child grows at their own pace.
- 🎨 Creativity in Everything – From painting to problem-solving.
- 🤝 Connection First – Building strong bonds between children, educators, and families.
- 🧠 Play with Purpose – All fun, all meaningful.
We’re not a daycare. We’re not a school.
We’re something more: a launchpad for young minds.
👨🏫 Meet Zaccery Monis
Founder & Program Director
Zaccery Monis has worked with children and families for over 12 years — as a preschool educator, youth counselor, and child development consultant. His approach blends Montessori principles, experiential learning, and a whole lot of heart.
“Brany Smart is the club I wish I had as a kid — a place where learning is alive and kids feel like they belong.”
— Zaccery
Outside the club, Zaccery enjoys sketching, building obstacle courses (yes, still!), and volunteering at local libraries for story hour.
🧩 The Brany Smart Environment
Step into our club, and you’ll find:
Bright, stimulating spaces designed for hands-on exploration
Rotating activity zones for science, movement, art, and building
Small group ratios to ensure every child feels seen and supported
Warm, trained staff who guide rather than instruct
A daily mix of structure, free play, and guided discovery
Everything is crafted to help your child feel safe, energized, and inspired — every single day.
🟢 Come Visit the Club
The best way to understand Brany Smart is to see it in action.
Come meet Zaccery, explore the space, and let your child try out a session.
We’d love to show you around.