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La Petite Academy of Jacksonville
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Supporting Our Community
Now Scheduling Virtual Tours
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.
Welcome to Our School
Welcome to La Petite Academy educational childcare center in Jacksonville, FL. My name is Tiffany Bowen and I am the Academy Director. I hold a Bachelors Degree in Child Development from Ball State University.
Our Infant, Preschool, and other age-specific programs provide the perfect foundation for learning and development. Our School-Age program features Prep Lab to work with students through e-learning and we've introduced additional health protocol such as temperature checks, mask requirements and more. The school's staff knows the importance of building relationships as they take the time to get to know each family. Our teachers receive monthly training as well as ongoing training provided by the state.
Our school is accredited by the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation. The standards that we follow are higher than the State of Florida's Child Care Licensing Standards. You'll be able to maintain communication with teachers in real-time through our brightwheel app and soon can watch your child interact with the teacher through WatchMeGrow live-streaming cameras.
We create a safe, warm, and welcoming environment for all families and staff.
Call or visit to schedule a tour of our La Petite Academy in Jacksonville, FL 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:
Gymnastics, Soccer, Music, Yoga, Spanish, Phonics, Handwriting & Advanced Math
Proud to be Accredited!
We’ve been recognized as a high-quality early education program.
Give Your Child a Great Start With VPK
Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) is a free daily, 4-hour program that includes breakfast and lunch, with the option of extended wrap care. This full-day learning experience enhances your child’s school readiness journey. Every child who turns 4 by September 1 may be eligible for free VPK. Schedule a tour to learn more.
Open a window to your child's day.
WatchMeGrow: Free live streaming video to your computer or mobile device.
Meet Our Staff
Melissa Sheider, Director
Education: CDA, Director Credentials
I started my career when I was 16 years old, working in a small child care center. After being a stay-at-home mom with my four wonderful children, I decided to look at furthering my career as a director. I started at the company as a VPK teacher four years ago and became director in 2018.
Meet Our Staff
Tiffany Bowen, Assistant Director
Education: Bachelor of Science in Child Development
I obtained my degree in child development so I could follow my dreams of working with children and impacting their lives. I began working at La Petite in 2015 and have worked my way up in the company to become the assistant director. I love my job!
Meet Our Staff
Towanda Harris, Team Lead
Education: CDA
I began working at La Petite Academy in 2010. I started my career in the Infant room where I worked as a lead infant teacher and I am now working in VPK. I have obtained my CDA and I am currently working on my director's credential. I really enjoy what I do.
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.
