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La Petite Academy of Sarasota
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Welcome to Our School
Welcome to La Petite Academy educational daycare in Sarasota, FL. We serve communities in Bradenton, Anna Maria Island, Sarasota, Ellenton, Palmetto, Parish, and Lakewood Ranch. I am Michelle Odau, the director. I have a strong passion with building relationships with children and parents.
Our school includes Infant, Toddler and Two's, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and Before and After-School Care for elementary age children for student at Kinnan Elementary. In all our programs we follow a STEM approach, providing hands-on learning experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. We are nationally accredited by the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation.
We’re committed to keeping you connected throughout the day while your child is in our care. Get access to live streaming video of your child’s classroom, plus other real-time updates, with our exclusive mobile app for families, SproutAbout.
We truly enjoy every day at our La Petite Academy in Sarasota, FL and invite you to come in for a tour! Please schedule your tour at our school today!
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Wondercamp
It’s the ultimate summer experience! It will be a wonderful season, filled with friendship, playtime, discovery, field trips, delicious food, and more. Experience the wonder of summer.
Explore Our Summer CampLearn 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
Open a window to your child's day.
SproutAbout®, our exclusive family app, provides free live streaming video of your child’s classroom to your mobile device.
Learn MoreProud 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.
Meet Our Staff
Michelle Odau, Director
Education: AA
Certifications: CDA, 45 DCF Hours, First Aid/ CPR
I have been with La Petite Academy since 2021. I am passionate about the education of all of the children in our care. I hold the upmost standards for health and safety for all of our children. You learn something new on a daily basis in the child care field. Each child develops in their own unique way and teach us all so much. Working in the child care field is one of the most rewarding careers to have. The bonds made are priceless.
Meet Our Staff
Melinda Glass, Assistant Director
Certifications: CDA, VPK credential, CPR/First Aid, DCF 45 Hours, Staff Credential.
Melinda has been in the childcare field for 17 years. She began working with La Petite Academy in 2021 and has worked with all ages. Melinda gained interest in Early Childhood Education while babysitting as a young child for her large family. She loves all things Disney and is an avid reader. You will find her working hard with the staff members as a mentor for the best quality of education.
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