Your School La Petite Academy of Hockessin, DE

La Petite Academy of Hockessin

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Open: M-F, 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Ages: 6 Weeks - 6 Years
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Begin the Year With BIG Savings!

Discover the best care at the right price. Save $200 now. Must enroll by February 27, 2026.

Welcome to Our School

Welcome to La Petite Academy, a nationally accredited early learning center located in Hockessin, DE.

We provide a warm, nurturing, and academically enriching environment for children beginning at six weeks old through our Pre-Kindergarten program. We also offer Before- and After-School Care for North Star Elementary students, along with an engaging and fun-filled Summer Camp program.

Our dedicated and long-term educators are passionate about creating positive, individualized learning experiences for every child. Teachers participate in ongoing professional development throughout the year to stay current in early childhood education and deliver meaningful, engaging classroom experiences.

Your child’s safety is our top priority. Our school features a secure locked-entry system and security cameras throughout the building and exterior. Families have exclusive access to live classroom video in their child’s room. Entry is limited to staff and enrolled families using unique security codes, and all visitors must be approved by administration and present identification.

We believe staying connected is essential. Through our SproutAbout™ mobile app, families receive real-time updates, photos, messages, and access to live streaming video of their child’s classroom throughout the day.

Schedule a tour today and discover everything La Petite Academy of Hockessin, DE has to offer your family!

Here's what people have to say

5 out of 5 stars
Great. Everyone is very nice and very transparent.
Enrolled Family
Love La Petite!!! Our child is achieving all sorts of amazing things and confidence.
Enrolled Family
The teachers, staff and director are excellent with communication to me and my family. Our daughter relocated here from out of state and everyone has been great in welcoming her and making her feel comfortable. We thank you for that!
Enrolled Family
I love the staff and the teachers. Everyone is wonderful.
Enrolled Family
Loved it from the moment I stepped in the door. Friendly staff and great teachers. Brayden loves Ms. Gina. He runs to give her a hug every morning
Enrolled Family
Our teacher contributed to our child’s vocabulary to the level we would have never imagined. Children are involved in many various activities that help them develop physically, psychologically and emotionally.
Enrolled Family
We have been comfortable, secure and have loved the experience both of our children have had with their daycare through pre-school
Enrolled Family
Great staff and loving teachers. I called them “my little village” as they are there for me to helping me esucate my child.
Enrolled Family
La Petite has exceeded our expectations! We feel comfort knowing our daughter is in a safe, loving and engaging environment when we are unable to be with her. She loves school and has formed close friendships that have carried through the years. The staff are always welcoming and have impressed me with their professionalism and sincerity.
Enrolled Family

Our Programs

Open a window to your child's day.

SproutAbout®, our exclusive family app, provides free live streaming video of your child’s classroom to your mobile device.

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Proud to be Accredited!

We’ve been recognized as a high-quality early education program.

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:

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

Meet Our Staff

Randi Racan, Director

Education: A.A. from Wilmington University with a focus in ECE; Studied Psychology at the University of Delaware

Certifications: DOE Administrative Certificate, First Aid and CPR, DOE Specialization in Infants, Toddlers and Administration

I am proud to have been part of Learning Care Group for over 19 years, and La Petite Academy truly feels like home. As both a staff member and a parent, I’ve seen firsthand how safe, loved, and well cared for every child is — my two daughters are graduates, and my son currently attends our Pre-K program. Our teachers have long tenures and truly love what they do. I am so proud to be part of this incredible team!

Meet Our Staff

Siobhan Minella, Assistant Director

Education: M.S. in Early Childhood Education

Certifications: DOE Administrator Certificate, First Aid and CPR

I truly enjoy working with our children, staff, and families. With over 23 years of experience in early childhood education and seven years with this company, I am passionate about creating a supportive and nurturing environment. I look forward to meeting you and your family soon!

Meet Our Staff

Lauren Betts, Team Lead

Education: Bachelor's Degree

I am Ms. Lauren, the Team Lead and Cultural Ambassador. I bring heart and creativity to everything I do and love planning meaningful events for our children and staff. Creating special moments that bring our families together is one of the most rewarding parts of my role.

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We can't wait to show you all the wonderful things happening at our school!

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Local School Phone Number: 302.234.2968302.234.2968 License #: 27726

*Offer provides up to $200 off the first week of attendance. Each $200 tuition credit is applied to one (1) week of tuition in weekly-billed schools and one (1) month of tuition in monthly-billed schools. $200 credit applies for tuition at or above $200. In the event that the tuition charge is less than $200, a credit in the amount of the full weekly or monthly tuition will apply instead of $200. Maximum total discount $200. Tuition must be paid in advance by check or ACH to qualify.

*Offer is for two (2) free weeks of tuition. Free weeks are applied as a tuition credit in the first (1st) and fifth (5th) weeks of consecutive enrollment. Must stay continuously enrolled to receive both free weeks. Maximum total discount equal to two (2) weeks of tuition. Valid for schools in TX and MI only. Tuition must be paid in advance by check or ACH to qualify.  

Must enroll and attend prior to February 27, 2026. Enrollment is on a space available basis. No cash value. Limit one coupon per child. One time use. Not valid with any other credit or offer. Learning Care Group is not responsible for and cannot replace or redeem lost, stolen, destroyed, or expired coupons. Offer not valid for Learning Care Group associates or their immediate families. Offer subject to availability. Offer does not guarantee enrollment. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. ©2026 Learning Care Group (US) No. 2 Inc. Coupon Code: FY26Winter$200offFirstWeek. Offer expires: February 27, 2026.

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