*Valid at La Petite Academy schools only and subject to availability. Offer is for one (1) free week of tuition. The free week is applied as a tuition credit in the first (1st) week of enrollment. Maximum total discount equal to one (1) week of tuition. New enrollments must pay registration fee and begin regular attendance by April 24, 2026. Tuition must be paid in advance to qualify. Enrollment is on a space available basis. No cash value. Limit one coupon per child. One time use. Not valid with any other credit or offer. Offer not valid for Learning Care Group associates or their immediate families. Not valid for families enrolled at the same school within the previous 30 days. Offer does not guarantee enrollment. Learning Care Group is not responsible for and cannot replace or redeem lost, stolen, destroyed, or expired coupons. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. ©2026 Learning Care Group (US) No. 2 Inc. Coupon Code: FY26LPA1stWeekFree. Offer valid March 2, 2026 - April 24, 2026.
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Welcome to Our School
Welcome to La Petite Academy educational daycare in St. Joseph, MO, proudly serving local families since 1990. For more than three decades, our school has provided a safe, nurturing environment where children can grow, explore, and build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Our Toddler and Preschool programs are designed to support each child’s development through engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote independence, confidence, and school readiness. We focus on developing the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally—within a secure, caring, and enriching classroom environment.
We’re committed to keeping families connected throughout the day with SproutAbout®, our exclusive family app that offers live-stream classroom viewing, photos, and real-time updates about your child’s experiences.
We invite you to schedule a tour today to see firsthand why La Petite Academy has been a trusted choice for early education in St. Joseph, MO for generations. We look forward to meeting your family!
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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.
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:
Handwriting & Advanced Math, Music, Phonics, Soccer, Spanish, Yoga
Meet Our Staff
Georgia Burns, Director
Education: A.A. in Early Childhood Education
Certifications: CPR & First Aid
In 1996, I started working at La Petite so I could make a difference in the lives of the children. In 2004, I was named director. I have been married to the love of my life for 26 years, and we have two wonderful children together. We also welcomed a granddaughter in 2018.
Meet Our Staff
Heather Thompson, Assistant Director
Education: Child Development Associate
Certifications: CPR & First Aid
I started working at La Petite Academy in 2012 and moved up to the assistant director position in 2018. In this role, I oversee curriculum, scheduling and enrollment. I am currently enrolled in NCMC to accomplish my A.A. in early childhood education. My favorite part of my job is working one-on-one with the teachers to create a new idea to help the children learn and have fun!
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