La Petite Academy of Powell
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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, read how we keep learning on track for elementary school students with The Prep Lab, offering distance learning support and extra math and literacy experiences in summer camp.
Welcome to Our School
Welcome to La Petite Academy educational daycare in Powell, OH. We are located at the corner of Home Road and Sawmill Parkway. My name is Shelly and I am the director of this nationally-accredited school for infant care, preschool and school-age programs. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education and 25 years of experience. I've been with La Petite Academy for 17 years.
My staff and I enjoy interacting with our families and seeing the children develop into lifelong learners. We have low turnover and teachers are certified in First Aid and CPR. Our management team has over 70 years of combined experience in early childhood.
We have new technology in our preschool, pre-k and school-age classes! Preschool and pre-k children have iPads with educational apps and games. Plus, our preschool class will have an Inspire Plus interactive table and our pre-k class will feature a STEM Lab with hands-on learning experiences in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math. For school-agers, we have tripods for moviemaking, robots for coding, a new gaming system, and more!
We provide students with a safe and nurturing environment that enhances learning through interactive activities and lesson plans. We value the relationships we have with our families and make it a priority to keep them involved with ongoing communication.
At La Petite Academy, we believe you will see your child's accomplishments the same way we do - as a product of our excellent staff and curriculum. We are currently serving the Powell and Delaware families. Please stop by or call to schedule a tour!
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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:
Dance, Soccer, Yoga, Spanish
Tech + Tinker™
21st Century Learning Experiences
In our Preschool and Pre-K classrooms your child will discover opportunities to be creative, engage their mind and body, collaborate with friends, and learn new things. Some enhancements in the classrooms include iPads with educational apps; flexible seating options so children can move as they learn; hands-on STEM activities with robots for early coding.
In our School-Age classroom, your child will find an immersive educational environment that is the perfect setting for productive, engaging mornings and afternoons, as we help them to be thinkers, makers, and doers. Some enhancements in this classroom include:
- iPads with keyboards and educational apps
- Robots for coding challenges
- Grow Fit-friendly video games that encourage collaboration and movement
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
Shelly Hackbarth, Director
Education: Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Development
I have worked for La Petite Academy since 1999. I started as a teacher and worked with every age group at some point during my career. I live in Delaware, Ohio with my husband and two daughters.
Meet Our Staff
Maggie Link, Assistant Director
Education: Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
Certifications: First Aid, CPR, K-3 teaching license
I have worked with La Petite Academy since July of 2011. I worked with every age group, but spent most of my time working with the two's and kindergartners. I currently live in Centerburg, OH with my son, Nathan.
Meet Our Staff
Heather Hay, Team Lead
Education: Child Development Associate Credential
Certifications: Master Teacher
I have worked in early childhood education for over 20 years and have been with La Petite since August of 2003. I have experience with all age groups and have worked in many roles within the company.
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.
