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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
Thank you for visiting our school, La Petite Academy in Iowa City, IA. Our school includes a loving childcare for Infants, Toddlers, Two's, Preschool, Pre-K, and more! We participate in the Iowa Quality Rating System, where we are currently a 4-star rated school. We are also accredited by National Early Childhood Program Accreditation and our staff members take part in training opportunities throughout the year.
Our school as a whole values many things - the teachers, children, and parents - as an extension of our own family. Together we strive to create a warm and welcoming environment and maintain an open-door policy for everyone. Our number one goal is to try our best to meet each family's needs and develop strong relationships. We are following CDC and state guidance during this time to ensure all staff, students and families are safe in our care.
We also offer wonderful technology to help parents stay updated thoughout the day. We have a brightwheel mobile app where parents receive real-time updates via pictures and notes of how their child is doing during the day. We will also soon be offering WatchMeGrow, a live streaming tool that will allow parents to peek into their child's classroom.
Please call or visit today for a tour of our La Petite Academy in Iowa City, IA!
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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:
Music, Yoga, Spanish, Phonics, Handwriting & Advanced Math
Proud to be Accredited!
We’ve been recognized as a high-quality early education program.
Open a window to your child's day.
WatchMeGrow: Free live streaming video to your computer or mobile device.
Meet Our Staff
Julie Reid, Director
Education: Early Childhood Apprentice Certificate
Certifications: First Aid, CPR, Mandatory Reporter, Universal Precautions
I have been in the early education field for 22 years now. I feel it is an absolute gift to be a part of a child's early educational experience. I view everyone here - the teachers, children, and parents - as an extension of my own family and I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment .
Meet Our Staff
Sarah Wood, Assistant Director
Education: A.A. in Psychology
Certifications: First Aid, CPR, Mandatory Reporting, Universal Precautions
I have been with La Petite Academy for 10 years now. One of my favorite things about working with children is the endless amounts of laughter, both given and received.
Meet Our Staff
Bailee Reiter, School Education Manager
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Administration
Certifications: First Aid, CPR, Mandatory Reporting, Universal Precautions
I've been with the company for five years and I've fallen in love with early childhood education. I've developed a passion for helping children, families, and staff. I enjoy watching everyone grow as a team and as a family.
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.
