La Petite Academy of Margate

Welcome to La Petite Academy, a NECPA-accredited and gold seal approved child care center in Margate, FL! My name is Shandisha "Shandy" Collins, and I am the academy director. I have been in the early childhood education field for the past 21 years. I also have my director's credentials and an associate of science degree in Early Childhood Education.

I love being the director of this school for Infant Care and Preschool because the staff, children, and families make this feel like it is my second home. I create a safe, warm, and welcoming environment and maintain open communication with every family. We are committed to health and safety which is our top priority. We are closely following guidance from the CDC, as well as state and local officials: staff members wearing masks, taking temperatures, limited classroom access and size, and wellness checks.

Our center plans many events to ensure that our families meet each other and build strong relationships. We also work hard to involve our families in activities we offer throughout the school year, such as Parents' Night Out and field trips.

All of our teachers have the Florida Child Care Professional Credential and are certified in CPR/first aid. They also receive at least 45 hours of early childhood training.

We are thrilled to offer WatchMeGrow at our school coming soon. With our new WatchMeGrow technology, you’ll be able to view your child’s activities in the classroom on any smart device or computer. Deployed, traveling, or just plain buy parents will be able to see their child learn, play, and grow every day.

We support distance learning with our elementary school children through our Prep Lab initiative program. With Prep Lab children are offered extra math and literacy experience every day in our summer camp.

Come join us today! Schedule a tour of our La Petite Academy educational daycare in Margate, FL!