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1.7376 - La Petite Academy of Lakeland

1940 GLENDALE ST LAKELAND, FL

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2 mi

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At La Petite Academy of Lakeland, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Lakeland, FL. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout the…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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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…
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Libby L. says "I love that they are not just a daycare but a teaching facility. My son loves his teacher and he is learning all the things he will need for kindergarten. The center does lots of fun activities and sensory play. "
Child care
Preschool

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503 N PALMER ST PLANT CITY, FL

13 mi

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We are a new preschool located in the heart of Downtown Plant City. Our facility offers bright classrooms with a large mulch free playground. We offer a faith based environment with smaller classroom sizes.
Kindergarten
Academic
Preschool
Faith based
Child care
Developmental (play-based)

1108 GOLDFINCH DR PLANT CITY, FL

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15 mi

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Kelly H. says "We love STEAM! All of the teachers there are wonderful. We have been there almost two years now and each of the teachers know my daughter even if they haven't had her in their class! I sent my 5 year old there over the summer and he had the best time with all of their summer activities! They really do treat us like family and we can't imagine going anywhere else! "

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2057 Old Pasture Lane Lakeland, FL

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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…

1825 N CRYSTAL LAKE DR LAKELAND, FL

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2 mi

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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…
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Care Member says "I rated Top Tier Kids Academy 4/5 stars because it is a very welcoming and friendly environment where children receive a great deal of individual attention. I really appreciate the low child-to-caregiver ratio, with only four kids per daycare worker, which allows for more personal time and attentive care for each child. The director is extremely responsive, approachable, and proactive, making sure parents feel confident that their child is well take care of. The reason for the…
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
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Cooperative

1940 E Glendale St Lakeland, FL

(3)

3 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…
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3330 WINTER LAKE RD LAKELAND, FL

3 mi

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Faith based
Preschool
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Developmental (play-based)

1700 GEORGE JENKINS BLVD LAKELAND, FL

5 mi

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1942 W MEMORIAL BLVD LAKELAND, FL

5 mi

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4718 OLD ROAD 37 LAKELAND, FL

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5 mi

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Kailin X. says "I absolutely love and adore the teachers, structure, schedules, food choices..... everything about them. I absolutely love them and the new owners. I wasn't unhappy before with the old owners, but the new owners just improved so much. "
Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Developmental (play-based)

745 LAKE MIRIAM DR LAKELAND, FL

5 mi

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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,…
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Day Care

827 White Ln Lakeland, FL

5 mi

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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.
Child care
Special needs
Academic
Preschool
Kindergarten
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative

1836 KATHLEEN RD LAKELAND, FL

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5 mi

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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…
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Ronnie S. says "My child has attended Head Of The Class Learning Center since 2018, we absolutely love it. He’s currently in 4th grade and loves school! He has been there since he was 3 and the teachers are like family! Everyone there is so nice and supportive! Highly recommend!!!"
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Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
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Developmental (play-based)

346 ARBOR WAY LAKELAND, FL

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6 mi

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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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Shanita M. says "10 stars! Ms. Nidia is amazing! Her space is always extremely clean, she has a huge backyard that is converted in playground and a lovely garden! She teaches and follows an exceptional preschool curriculum. So much so, that my daughter started at 5 months old, by time time my daughter was 18 months old - she knew shapes, colors, numbers and could name animals, my baby girl even knew some Spanish! It is clear that Ms. Nidia is very engaged with each child, and is always very…
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Cooperative

222 ARIANA AVE AUBURNDALE, FL

7 mi

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233 BENNETT ST AUBURNDALE, FL

8 mi

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3135 Airside Center Dr Lakeland, FL

8 mi

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Early Childhood Learning Centers are dedicated to providing hands-on learning experiences that consider the whole child. We believe the foundation for discovery and logical thinking in a preschooler is developed through play and other engaging hands-on activities. It is through this kind of engagement that a child is given the opportunity and the time to ask questions and develop answers to those questions at his or her own pace.
Child care
Preschool

2844 RECKER HWY WINTER HAVEN, FL

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9 mi

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Our mission is to create a foundation of lifelong learning by cultivating each child's curiosity, self expression, and love for discovery.
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Brittany L. says "The staff and location are awesome! My youngest is very shy and particular but she loves going there and feels very comfortable in their care. I never have an issue dropping her off and she's very sensitive. They even helped potty train my oldest daughter as well. I highly recommend them!"
Child care
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative

2590 HAVENDALE BLVD NW WINTER HAVEN, FL

9 mi

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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents

Pre-K Schools are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 19 listed pre-k schools

7376 - La Petite Academy of Lakeland

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the…

- Carla C.

BRIGHT IMAGINATIONS INC. DBA BRIGHT IMAGINATIONS KIDDIE COLLEGE

I love that they are not just a daycare but a teaching facility. My son loves his teacher and he is learning all the things he will need…

- Libby L.

STEAM Preschool Academy of Plant City

We love STEAM! All of the teachers there are wonderful. We have been there almost two years now and each of the teachers know my daughter…

- Kelly H.

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Lakeland, FL

Pre-k programs in Lakeland, FL offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Lakeland, FL, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Lakeland, FL typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Lakeland, FL programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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