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Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Drop-In Care
With our Flex Care program, you can purchase child care days in advance to use, as you need them—all year long. You get reliability and flexibility, and your child gets to experience our proven curriculum in a fun, safe, and secure environment. You can purchase prepaid cards in five-day increments through your school, and each is good for one full year. After completing the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Toddlers, Twos, Early Preschool, and more
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Welcome to The Nest Schools of Lakeland, Florida! We are proud to offer Lakeland families the highest quality childcare and preschool programs. Our curriculum and program design incorporate the most...
Infants
Hummingbirds: We understand that infants need nurturing, and parents need to feel secure knowing their child is in good hands. Our infant teachers are hand-picked natural caregivers who focus on meeting the individual needs of every child. While your child is in our care, you can rest assured that they will receive the attention and interaction they need and deserve. Recognizing that structure is essential to both infants and parents, our teachers will work with you to create a schedule, so your infant’s time away from home is as close to home as possible. Our hummingbird curriculum also includes our Global Gull American Sign Language Program. Most young children begin to talk around 12 months old, while some infants even try to communicate with their parents and caregivers even earlier! One way of helping our young children express their feelings, wants, and needs without crying and frustration of a lack of understanding from adults is through simple sign language, commonly known as ‘Baby Core Signs.’ These core signs include words like milk, sleep, play, all done, more, mother, father, etc.
Older Toddlers
Our Cardinal program supports older toddlers and their increased independence, exploration of emotions and feelings, and fast-developing use of language. We also understand and support their continued desire to explore everything about their world. We believe our play-based philosophy and learning center structure gives them the best opportunity to do this. Activities such as ice painting or sorting objects by color will stimulate your child’s inquisitive mind. While in a fun, safe, and engaging learning environment, our program is designed to encourage individual creative expression through your child’s own strengths and interests and foster a passion for learning! Our Cardinals curriculum also includes our Global Gull American Sign Language Program. Most young children begin to talk around 12 months old, while some infants even try to communicate with their parents and caregivers even earlier! One way of helping our young children express their feelings, wants, and needs without crying and frustration of a lack of understanding from adults is through simple sign language, commonly known as ‘Baby Core Signs.’ These core signs include words like milk, sleep, play, all done, more, mother, father, etc.
Also offers: Young Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K, and more
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For over 45 years County Lane in conjuction with Loft Dance Studio provides an innovative year round performing arts preschool program. Full time, part time, and after school care programs from local...
Country Lane Child Enrichment Center
The "Smurf" class is specially designed for children 2 to 3 years of age who have already mastered potty-training. Children are albe to enroll in Pre-Ballet / Pre Gymnastics or Pre Boys Team classes in the Loft Dance Studio for a performing arts curriculum.
Country Lane Child Enrichment Center
The " Hug-A-Bear" class is specially designed for children 3 to 4 years of age who have already mastered potty-training. Students may enroll in pre-ballet/pre gymnastics , pre tap, and pre boys team classes for a performing arts curriculum.
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Every room at Bliss Preschool includes the Art & Sensory Center, Science & Discovery, Block Center, Table Toy Center, Language & Literacy Center, and Dramatic Play. Engaging in routine exploration...
Infants
Every room at Bliss Preschool includes the Art & Sensory Center, Science & Discovery, Block Center, Table Toy Center, Language & Literacy Center, and Dramatic Play. Engaging in routine exploration within these centers has been shown to enhance motor skills, social skills, and problem-solving.
Toddlers
Every room at Bliss Preschool includes the Art & Sensory Center, Science & Discovery, Block Center, Table Toy Center, Language & Literacy Center, and Dramatic Play. Engaging in routine exploration within these centers has been shown to enhance motor skills, social skills, and problem-solving.
Also offers: Two-Year-Olds, Three-Year-Olds, Preschool Program, and more
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