La Petite Academy of Ocoee
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Coronavirus Update
We are closely monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. Please read this important update about our rigorous health and safety protocols to keep your children safe and healthy.
Also, check out our list of activities to keep the learning going while your kids are home.
Read MoreWelcome to Our School
Welcome to La Petite Academy educational daycare in Ocoee, FL! My name is Michelle and I am the director of this school for Infant Care and Preschool programs. I hold a National Child Development Associate credential and have more than 28 years of experience.
Our school, established in 1981, is nationally accredited through NECPA and has been recognized as a Florida Gold Seal Quality Care program provider. We're also proud to announce that we scored a 94 on our most recent VPK assessment!
All of our programs include meals (breakfast, lunch, and P.M. snack). For Infants, Toddler and Twos programs, Cuties diapers and wipes are included in tuition. Our diapers and wipes are hypoallergenic, dye and chlorine free.
We service Westbrooke and Thornbrooke Elementary schools. Our families come from different areas, including Windermere, Ocoee, Orlando and Winter Garden. We create a welcoming environment and maintain an open-door policy. Our teachers have 100 years of combined experience! They are CPR and First Aid certified and receive monthly training as well as ongoing training provided by the state.
We are located on Winshire Boulevard in the Windermere Groves neighborhood off of Maguire Rd., Key Isle and the Cross Creek neighborhood directly across Maguire Rd. Schedule a tour of our La Petite Academy in Ocoee, 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:
Soccer, 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.
Ask your director for details.
Learning Comes Alive
Get ready for learning to leap off the screen with Alive interactive educational technology. This teacher-led literacy software utilizes augmented reality to boost reading proficiency and knowledge retention, as children practice letter recognition, sounds, and word and sentence building. Children hear, see, touch, build, and speak in a new dimension of learning.
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.
Learning At Home
Aware, Care, & Share™
Wondering how you can keep your child’s learning going strong at home? Now you can adapt our personalized curriculum approach to fun activities you can do together.
Meet Our Staff
Judith Jeremie, Director
Education: Master's Degree in Education (MAEd), Director Credential with VPK Endorsment
Certifications: National CDA, First Aid/CPR, 45 State Mandated DCF Hours
I am excited to introduce myself as the new center director for La Petite Academy in the Ocoee community. I have 20 years in early childcare education in both leadership and teaching. I served the military families as well as Department of Defense (DOD) civilian families. I also served as a Family Readiness Program Manager in Camp Zama, Japan, Fort Riley, Kansas, Vilseck Germany and Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn NY. I hold a master’s degree in Education, specialization in Family and Community Service.
Meet Our Staff
Katleen Valmond, Assistant Director
Education: Child Devolpment Associate
Certifications: National CDA, First Aid/CPR, 45 State Mandated DCF Hours
Hello! My name is Katleen, I have been in the childcare field for 18 years. I have worked with all of the age groups, and also have experience in office and managerial work. I worked as an assistant director for four years and am now working towards getting my Director's Credentials. I am very excited to be a part of this team and to make a difference in our children and families lives everyday.
Meet Our Staff
Angela Rolon, Team Lead
Education: AA Early Childhood Education
Certifications: First Aid/CPR
Greetings, my name is Angie. I'm originally from Milwaukee, WI and I have been working with children from birth to school age for over fifteen years in both formal and informal environments. My passion is children and business. I am here at La Petite to assist in every way possible and to bring excellence into childcare.
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