Preschool & Daycare in Omaha, NE on S. 138th St

Your School La Petite Academy on S. 138th St

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Open: M-F, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Ages: 6 Weeks - 12 Years

5444 S. 138th St Omaha, NE 68137

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Welcome to Our School

Welcome to La Petite Academy educational preschool in Omaha, NE, serving the Millard Community!

Our school provides care for Infants as well as Preschool and other age-specific programs. I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and safe environment.

We are excited to offer technology in our School-Age classroom. Enhancements include iPads featuring apps to create art, music and videos, tripods for movie making, robots for coding, a new gaming system and a secure WiFi network for homework.

We have an outstanding staff dedicated to our children and families here in Omaha. All of our staff is CPR and First Aid certified and most of our teachers have over five years of teaching experience. All of our teachers receive monthly trainings and participate in a yearly Professional Development Day.

We’re committed to keeping you connected throughout the day while your child is in our care. Get access to live streaming video of your child’s classroom, plus other real-time updates, with our exclusive mobile app for families, SproutAbout.

Since our school opened in 1983, we have offered a high-quality learning environment for children. If you are searching for education-driven child care in Omaha, NE, then call La Petite Academy today to schedule a tour!

Daycare and Early Education Programs

Infants

6 weeks - 1 year

We’ve created a comfortable, secure space for your baby to thrive and grow.

Toddlers

1 - 2 years old

This age group has all the space they need to move, explore, and grow through hands-on learning.

Early Preschool

2.5 - 3 years old

As children prepare for Preschool, they continue to grow, build confidence, and gain independence.

Young girl in mailman costume playing in classroom

Preschool

3 - 4 years old

Active little innovators use hands-on learning experiences to get ready for kindergarten.

Pre-K

4 - 5 years old

As they further build a foundation for kindergarten, children lay the groundwork for high-level skill development.

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Before & After School

5 – 12 years old

Fun, exciting, educational mornings and afternoons await your school-age student.

Summer Camp

Our full-day program is full of adventures, hands-on activities, outdoor playtime, and more.

Here's what people have to say

4.88 out of 5 stars

We love our LPA location! The director and teachers are wonderful and we've had a very positive experience overall with both of our children who have attended.

Enrolled Family

This is an amazing school hands down. They have taken care of all of my children. They are open and honest and my kids love being there.

Enrolled Family

It’s been great! The staff is friendly, genuinely caring and knowledgeable. The space is well kept and it’s very organized.

Enrolled Family

The director and assistant director are friendly and welcoming. I get a story about my child daily. The teachers welcome me, right when we walk in. My child'teacher and I have daily conversations about what my child did. I love this La Petite. When my child goes to Kindergarten, it will be a sad day for my family. We live out of the area but continue to bring our child due to the experience we get

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at La Petite.

Enrolled Family

We loved all of the teachers at this center!

heidilitjen

Awesome caring staff! Our daughter enjoys going.

galvinrachel

Teachers and staff are always welcoming, my daughter really seems to enjoy going here.

Enrolled Family

Overall I absolutely love it. Enrolling my child here was the best decision!

Enrolled Family

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Proudly Accredited by NECPA

Our school is accredited by the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation, a nationally recognized organization that sets rigorous standards for excellence in early childhood education. This accreditation reflects our commitment to providing high-quality child care and early education in a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive every day.

Learn About Electives

For an additional fee, go beyond regular classroom learning experiences with our enhanced series of fun, interactive enrichment programs exploring a variety of activities. We offer:

Fitness, Handwriting & Advanced Math, Music, Phonics, Soccer, Spanish, Yoga

Meet Our Staff

Sherry Miller, Director

Education: Southeast Community College

Certifications: Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

I have a passion for education and love being a part of each child's growth and development at all ages. After teaching Preschool and Pre-K for a few years, I decided to change my focus to support a team of teachers and provide them with everyday resources.

Meet Our Staff

Carolyn Perez, Assistant Director

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Nebraska at Omaha

I have an incredible passion for curriculum and early childhood education. After teaching music in a private and middle school setting, I decided to focus more on early childhood. I began my journey with La Petite in 2012 as a preschool teacher and have been an assistant director since 2015.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Tuition varies based on your child’s program and schedule. Our team is happy to answer your questions, share current tuition rates, and help you find the right option for your family.

Yes, child care assistance and subsidy programs may be available to help eligible families with the cost of care. Our team is happy to answer your questions, share information about the programs we accept, and help you understand the process.

Part-time enrollment and flexible care options may be available based on your child’s program and current availability. Our team is happy to help you explore scheduling options that work for your family. Contact us to learn more about part-time or drop-in care.

Each day at La Petite Academy is filled with opportunities for your child to learn, play, explore, and grow. Children explore learning centers, participate in small- and large-group activities, spend time outdoors, and enjoy plenty of opportunities for choice and play. Meals, snacks, and rest are also built into the day, creating a familiar routine that helps children feel comfortable while keeping each day fun and engaging. Daily activities are designed with your child’s age and developmental stage in mind.

Our teachers regularly observe your child’s development and use those insights to plan learning experiences that support their individual needs and growth. Each child has an individual portfolio that grows with them as they move from one age group to the next, capturing their learning, milestones, and accomplishments along the way. Teachers use developmental checklists, work samples, photos, and observations to understand how your child is progressing and identify opportunities to build new skills. Families stay connected every step of the way through SproutAbout updates, family-teacher conferences, and daily conversations with their child’s teachers.

Moving to a new classroom is an exciting milestone. Children gradually visit their new classroom, meet their teachers, and become familiar with new routines before the transition. Teachers work together to support continuity, while families receive regular updates throughout the process.

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