School Updates: La Petite Academy of St. Augustine
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Supporting Our Community
As always, we’re proud to support our community. Learn more about our health and safety practices, including mask and staff vaccination policies.
Welcome to Our School
Welcome to our La Petite Academy educational daycare in St. Augustine, FL. My name is Kelsey and I am the school acting director. I have a passion for working alongside families and staff to create an atmosphere where children thrive.
Our school provides care for children six weeks to 11 years old through our Infant Care, Preschool and other age-specific programs. Each classroom is appropriate for its age level and has a curriculum geared towards the children's developmental needs.
We’re committed to providing simple ways to keep you connected throughout the day while your child is in our care. With live streaming video, you can view your child’s classroom from any device or computer. Plus, get real-time updates with our family communication app.
We closely follow recommendations from state and local authorities, to maintain a clean, safe, healthy environment.
Please call or visit our La Petite Academy in St. Augustine, FL to schedule a tour and see for yourself what a wonderful place this is for children.
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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
Tech + Tinker™
21st Century Learning Experiences
Our School-Age classroom is a perfect setting for productive, engaging mornings and afternoons, where children become 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
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.
Free live streaming video to your computer or mobile device.
Meet Our Staff
Kelsey Blackford, Associate Director
Education: A.A. in Business
Certifications: CPR/First Aid, DCF 40 Hours, CDA, VPK Endorsement, Director's Credential
Hello! I am Kelsey and I am the acting director. I have lived in Saint Augustine my whole life and have been in the La Petite Family since 2019 and truly love what this company stands for. I am a mom to two kids who also love LPA. I have a passion for working alongside families and staff to provide an atmosphere where children thrive. I strive to make this a loving, safe, and exciting environment for the whole community to enjoy.
Meet Our Staff
Amy Stephens, Team Lead
Education: High School, College Credits
Certifications: DCF 40 Hours
Hello! I am Mrs. Amy and the morning team lead, originally from Knoxville, TN. I have 14 years experience in child care working with ages from infants to school-agers. At one time I owned my own in home daycare. I am finishing up my CDA and looking to pursue my Director's credentials. I am a mom to two boys. I look forward to getting to know you and your child.
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.
