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Top Tier Kids Academy

1825 N CRYSTAL LAKE DR LAKELAND, FL

2 mi

starting at
$1280/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Day Care
At Top Tier Kids Academy, we provide exceptional care for children from infancy to school age, creating a nurturing environment where young minds and hearts flourish. What sets us apart? Our holistic approach combines love, learning, and individualized attention to help your child grow emotionally, socially and academically. At Top Tier Kids Academy, we're not just a daycare; we're a community dedicated to raising happy, confident, and well-rounded children. Let us be your partner in your child's incredible journey of growth and discovery!
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Preschool
Bright Imaginations Private Preschools of Lakeland welcomes you and your child to a nurturing, accredited learning environment. We have grown to 2 locations in South Lakeland to meet the demand of quality childcare in the Lakeland Area. Our history dates back to 2007. Since that time Bright Imaginations has provided quality childcare for families for over 18 years and graduated over 800 preschoolers into Polk County public, private and magnet school systems; with school readiness rates consistently ranking in the top 5th percentile since the inception of the program. To date, Bright Imaginations continues to be the #1 choice when selecting quality child care in Lakeland. Our staff are carefully selected. Bright imaginations seeks to hire and retain only the most nurturing, loving, patient preschool teachers. We like to consider Bright Imaginations Facilities a second home for your child while you are away. We like to consider our staff and caregivers an extension of your family. Bright Imaginations has participated in Florida’s Early Childhood Rating Scales Pilot Programs, MMCI (Making the Most of Classroom Interactions), (QRIS) Quality Rating and Improvement Systems, realizing significant gains and recognition while maintaining status as a Florida Gold Seal Quality Program. We have also earned top CLASS (Classroom Assessment Learning System) assessment rankings between both locations. Daily our goal is to provide top quality care for children 6 weeks to pre-k age in an environment where children develop and grow to their fullest potential. Visit one to of our facilities today to see why parents overwhelmingly choose Bright Imaginations for their childcare needs.
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Child House Dream

2057 Old Pasture Lane Lakeland, FL

< 1 mi

Hello, my name is Stefka. I have 20 + years working with young children. I offer Montessori Home School Environment for children 2.5 - 6+ years old. My purpose is to provide clean, peaceful and loving environment where children will grow intelligent and independent. The classroom is a carefully prepared with unique learning high quality materials. Children receive a personal and in groups presentations (Practical life, Sensory, Mathematics, Language) and they learn in their own pace. The program is designed to provide basic skills and knowledge for children to get familiar with their future explorations. I stay focused on the principles of Montessori Method to help children develop their natural skills and discover the world in their own. The actual hands-on materials give children confidence and support in their learning journey.
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The Nest Schools Lakeland

745 LAKE MIRIAM DR LAKELAND, FL

5 mi

Child care
Day Care
At The Nest Schools, each day holds a promise to our families. We create a culture of kindness, build the foundations for wellness for life, make learning fun, and continually take our best and make it better. Everything we do is intended to foster a love of learning and set our children up for a lifetime of happiness and success. We are an Eco-Healthy Child Care Endorsed Provider and hold the health and safety of the children in our care as our top priority. Between keyless entry pads, state-of-the-art air purifiers, and ample emergency procedure trainings, we ensure your child is safe when away from home. The Nest Play Curriculum is based on the most current research in early development to best prepare children for their future in and out of the classroom. Each day we are re-imaging learning through creative play opportunities and our three enrichment programs: Art of Living, Fit Buddies, and Paints and Pianos. We encourage children to wonder, question, work with their peers, and experiment with different possibilities. We believe that outdoor play spaces are much more than playgrounds, they are an extension of the classroom in nature. All of our outdoor play spaces were designed to engage children with natural elements, exciting play themes, and varied physical challenges with their safety, health, and skill-building in mind. Check out The Nest Difference today!
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Good Adventure Family Home Day Care

346 ARBOR WAY LAKELAND, FL

6 mi

starting at
$960/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare
I hold that it is important for a child to have experiences by him/herself and with other children and adults in a safe, positive, accepting atmosphere where he/she can explore the limits of his/her environment and his/her individual abilities. My philosophy encompasses the belief that parents are vital in the classroom, not just to maintain discipline, although that is a small part of the process, but for other reasons as well.
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HEAD OF THE CLASS LEARNING CENTER

1836 KATHLEEN RD LAKELAND, FL

5 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Kindergarten
Child care
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We are a nationally accredited preschool, recognized as a Gold Seal Quality Provider by the state. Conveniently located near I4 and just minutes from downtown Lakeland and Bonnet Springs Park, our facility features a large, safe playground and a multipurpose artificial field. We excel in the State Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) and have been consistently scoring among the highest in Polk, showcasing our commitment to high-quality teacher-child interactions. Our developmentally appropriate curriculum prioritizes health, safety, and emotional wellness, guided by passionate educators. We also offer a K-8 program in our A-rated, technology-driven, private non-faith-based school. Enriching our early literacy curriculum, we incorporate kindness activities, STEAM projects, art, Spanish and engaging community partnerships that enhance learning experiences.
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7376 - La Petite Academy of Lakeland

1940 GLENDALE ST LAKELAND, FL

2 mi

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What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by design. The free-flowing, open concept design of our facilities inspires a nurturing, interactive, and collaborative environment in which your child can thrive. Our schools and classrooms are designed to give children room to grow, room to share and room to be themselves. At La Petite Academy, open spaces and open concepts promote open minds. Now offering Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) – Note: child must be age 4 by Sept. 1.
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La Petite Academy of Lakeland

1940 E Glendale St Lakeland, FL

3 mi

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by design. The free-flowing, open concept design of our facilities inspires a nurturing, interactive, and collaborative environment in which your child can thrive. Our schools and classrooms are designed to give children room to grow, room to share and room to be themselves. At La Petite Academy, open spaces and open concepts promote open minds.
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Richardson, Family Daycare Home

902 W.8th ST. Lakeland, FL

4 mi

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
Private Pay Welcome Cpr &amp; First Aide 20+ years experience FCCPC Master Teacher
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Alpha Kids Learning Center

1712 W Chase St Lakeland, FL

4 mi

Child care
Alpha Kids Learning Center is a 4 star Child Care Facility in Lakeland FL. It has maximum capacity of 100 children. We serve breakfast, a.m. snack, lunch, and p.m snacks. Free VPK for all 4 year olds. Care is provided for infants - age 12. We offer tutoring services by Florida certified teachers. Your child's first steps to success begin here. We accept childcare vouchers.
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Taylor Learning Center Inc.

827 White Ln Lakeland, FL

5 mi

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Special needs
Academic
Child care
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We offer VPK, preschool and after school care. The majority of my staff has been here for over 10 years and have been in this field for more then 20 years. The school is a family feel environment.
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Time To Play

8211 Woodvine Cir Lakeland, FL

11 mi

After teaching many years at various Child Development Centers, I have come to the realization that true quality care is only achieved when everyone that your child encounters is dedicated and passionate about providing their absolute best at all times. This observation has driven my decision to re-open my home daycare. At this daycare, children have the advantage of a small group setting where they are able to receive individualized attention. This small group enables me to enrich their learning development through hands-on, interactive experiences. Certain scenarios include learning about animals then visiting a farm, learning about the ocean then visiting the aquarium or learning about community helpers then visiting the fire station. Children in a small group setting are far less likely to get sick as often as children in a facility. My past facility children always had runny noses and were constantly catching the new sickness going around where as my previous home daycare children were hardly ever sick at all. My daily schedule is similar to that of a facility but I have the advantage of flexibility based on the children's personal needs. Proper nourishment is a critical part of this program as well and the meals and snacks provided are based around nutritious whole foods. My focus for lesson plans is to promote age appropriate development through creative, hands-on activities. At Time To Play it is my passion and desire to provide the highest quality care that your child needs and deserves.
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Gloria Walker Home Daycare

3485 Justin David Ct. Lakeland, FL

11 mi

In-Home daycare
WALKER HOME DAYCARE Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday (24 hours) ages:4 & up * State Licensed * CPR & First Aid Certified * Field trips * Fun activities * All meals and snacks included * Early Learning Coalition Provider (ABORS) * FT/PT Care * Summers Camp * Before and After School Care Available * Loving and nurturing environment License #F10PO0958
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Rainbow Early Learning, Inc.

4508 Rushing Rd Lakeland, FL

11 mi

Child care
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Please read everything before contacting us to see if we are a match or your needs. Thank you. Family involvement means a lot to us....... Become part of the family: *Ages 2-5 only, Mon-Fri from 8am-5 pm *Jr. VPK (School Readiness), VPK *Safe, Fun, Loving Environment *Arts and crafts *USDA Approved Meals *Military Family Childcare and Early Learning Coalition Provider *Learning: Life Skills that Goes Beyond Blocks and Play dough *Learning: Shapes, Number, Letters, Colors, Science *Learning: Social Skills (social studies), Problem Solving Skills (cognitive skills), Independence *Learning: Positive Self Esteem *Learning: Music and Movement, Gross motor and Fine motor skills *Learning: Spanish, Basic American Sign Language and Computers skills *Learning: Diversity and Cultural Integration *Tutoring o Science o Math o Reading o Writing *Date Night/ Parent DayScape Care *Ratio: 2 adults for 6 children ages 2-5 (1:1 for infants) About Us: *We are located in N. Lakeland-33810 Behind Lakeland Square Mall *We have FBI/FDLE clearance which supersedes local law background *Non-Smoking, drinking or drugs family home *Bilingual and Bi-cultural, Wife and Husband Team *Experience: Early Childhood, Social Services, Military, Medical and Law Enforcement *We are college educated *We volunteer at our church's nursery *Preschool slots for 2 and 5 year olds (between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm/ Monday-Friday). *We have space open for after 5 pm-7:59 am for all other ages on an as needed basis and space availability. We do offer Aftercare for school aged children, but do not offer transportation. Please make arrangements for transportation with the school bus. Payments: All payments are either cash, Paypal or Google Checkout. Lic# F10PO0953 Preferred Military Preschool Provider MCCYN# 468758 ELC/Arbors Provider Tuition Schedule & Tuition Payment Options Preschool Hours: 7:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Friday (24/7 extended hours are offered upon availability and extra) ** $50 one time application Fee (all fees are non-refundable). *Infants/ Toddlers(Ages 3 weeks to 24 months) $175 wk/$40 per day *Preschoolers (Ages 2-5) $150 wk/$35 per day *Part time Tues and Thur ($30/week- 3 hours/day) or Mon, Wed, Fri ($45/week- 3 hours/day) for both AM and PM *School Agers (Ages 6-12) BEFORE (6 - 8 am): $30 wk AFTER (2 - 6 pm): $65 wk BEFORE/AFTER: $80 wk HOLIDAY/SUMMER (ages 6+): $120 wk / $30 per day

Debby Holt's Family Daycare

1819 Lowry Ave Lakeland, FL

< 1 mi

Child care
Debby Holt's Family Daycare at 1819 Lowry Ave, Lakeland, FL is a day care establishment that aims to impart a quality childhood experience. Their teaching methods are always up-to-date to give their students a competitive academic and personality edge early in life.

Carthon Family Day Care

621 West Beacon Rd Lakeland, FL

3 mi

The mission of Carthon Family Daycare Center is to provide safe, affordable, high quality child care for the central Lakeland community. In doing so, we support families in their efforts to reach their goals. The Carthon Family Daycare Center provides a cognitively based program for children ages six weeks to 11 years. We provide a home like environment where children are encouraged to develop at their own pace. The Carthon staff is committed to the families we serve, providing support and encouragement.

Dwyre Day Care

6317 Sweetwater Dr E Lakeland, FL

8 mi

Child care
Dwyre Day Care offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 6317 Sweetwater Dr E, the company serves families living in the Lakeland, FL area. Dwyre Day Care has served the community since they opened in 2010.

May's Family Day Care

613 Oregon Ave Lakeland, FL

6 mi

Child care
May's Family Day Care is a cost-effective and reliable child care provider on 613 Oregon Ave, Lakeland, FL that features a safe and attentive child care for their students. May's Family Day Care is a child care center that does not believe in compromises when it comes to providing quality child care.

Bhattacharjee Day Care

1328 Summit Chase Dr Lakeland, FL

5 mi

Child care
Bhattacharjee Day Care offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 1328 Summit Chase Dr, the company serves families living in the Lakeland, FL area. Bhattacharjee Day Care has served the community since they started operating in 2001.

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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Lakeland, FL

Daycare centers near you in Lakeland, FL offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Lakeland, FL provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Lakeland, FL for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Lakeland, FL include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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