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Shaquila Ruby Bruno

Founder & Owner
of
Ruby’s Little GEMS CT, Precious GEMS Nursery, Precious GEMS Academy, Cherry’s Learning Tree CT,
&
Elite Learning Academy

​Shaquila “Ruby” Cherry is a visionary entrepreneur, educator, and advocate for children and families. As the founder and owner of multiple childcare centers in Stamford, Ruby has built a trusted network of high-quality learning environments, including Ruby’s Little GEMS CT, Precious GEMS Nursery, Precious GEMS Academy, Cherry’s Learning Tree CT, and Elite Learning Academy. Her mission is to provide affordable, enriching, and nurturing care to children while empowering families in her community. Ruby’s journey into childcare began with her most precious GEM her daughter, Taylor Cherry. Struggling to find affordable childcare, Ruby made the decision to stay home and educate her daughter herself, channeling her lifelong passion for teaching. In 2018, she turned her passion into a career, launching her first family home daycare. Her commitment to excellence quickly led to growth, transforming her home daycare into a group daycare within a year. Today, she proudly operates multiple childcare locations throughout Stamford, serving countless families with dedication and care. Ruby holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work, a CDA (Child Development Associate) credential, and is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. With over 15 years of experience working with children and families, Ruby began her career in school systems, supporting at-risk youth and families. She has since expanded her impact by founding a girls’ mentorship group and a women’s empowerment organization, You Glo Girl, which inspires women to achieve their personal and professional goals. Ruby is known for her unwavering commitment to early childhood education, her ability to foster community connections, and her passion for empowering others. As a proud wife, mother, and business owner, Ruby continues to lead with purpose, creating opportunities for children to learn, grow, and thrive while supporting families every step of the way.

Precious GEMS Academy is the second location for Ruby’s Little Gems CT which was established in
2018. Ruby’s Little Gems has remained a 5 star facility with flexible and affordable childcare options for families in Stamford. Precious GEMS Academy will follow in the same footsteps as Ruby’s Little Gems. We believes in ensuring the proper mental, physical, and emotional development of your child.

We follow a flexible daily schedule that meets the individual needs of the diverse population of children and families served by our program, including those with cultural, language and developmental differences.The daily schedule includes indoor and outdoor physical activities, which will allow for fine and gross motor development.

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