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Supporting Our Community
As always, we’re proud to support our community. It starts with a healthy, safe environment when your child is away from home. Learn how we prioritize the well-being of your children and our staff.
Plus, for elementary school students, The Prep Lab offers distance learning support, STEM projects, and more, on a flexible schedule—including a full-day option.
Welcome to Our School
Welcome to La Petite Academy educational daycare in Des Moines, IA! My name is Jenny Snyder and I am the Academy Director. I have been with La Petite since 1988 and have been the Academy Director since 1991. I currently hold the National Administrator Director Credential. As well as member of the Iowa Association of Young Children.
In addition to providing superior local child care, our preschool program offers the best early childhood education in the Des Moines community. Our school currently participates in the Quality Rating System in Iowa, as well as the CACFP Federal Food Program.
During this time we haven take extra safety precautions, including temperature and health checks throughout the day. Our teachers wear masks and children are dropped off and picked up at our front entryway with no classroom access. However, in addition to a front camera classroom viewing area, we will soon be adding Watch Me Grow that allows parents to live stream into the classroom at any time! For our school-age program, we have added our Prep Lab to our summer camp activities, helping to support their continuing school education.
I view all families here as an extension of my own and I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment. I have a great team that is experienced and dedicated to our families. At the end of 2012, our school held four dedication plaques for teachers who have served more than 20 years, including myself!
We have been in the South Side community for nearly 40 years and are happy to offer flexible enrollment options to fit your schedule. I have had the pleasure to see former students bring their own children here to attend La Petite. Schedule a tour of our fantastic La Petite Academy in Des Moines, IA today!
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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:
Soccer, Music, Yoga, Spanish, Phonics, Handwriting & Advanced Math
Open a window to your child's day.
WatchMeGrow: Free live streaming video to your computer or mobile device.
Meet Our Staff
Jenny Snyder, Director
Education: 32 years of experience
Certifications: National Director Credential, Medication Administration, CPR/First Aid, Universal Precautions
I believe a successful early childhood education is the stepping stone to elementary education. I take pride in my teaching teams and the quality care they provide. Both of my daughters attended La Petite Academy, and were very prepared educationally and socially for kindergarten.
Meet Our Staff
Paula Baber, Assistant Director
Certifications: CPR/First Aid and Universal Precautions
I have over 30 years of experience and love all the relationships I have developed with the families over the years. The growth of the children from the beginning of the school year to Pre-Kindergarten graduation is amazing. I am proud of the teachers I work with and their desire to have a positive impact on the lives of the kiddos in our school.
Meet Our Staff
Connie Adreon, Team Lead
Certifications: CPR/First Aid and Universal Precautions
I have over 28 years of experience. I have a passion for children's education and enjoy being part of a child's growth and development throughout their early education years. I love supporting our teaching team and providing the resources they need to help reach their full potentials.
Visit Us Today
Find your neighborhood school and schedule a tour today. We can't wait to show you all the wonderful things happening at La Petite Academy.
