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Tarleton State University Child Development Center

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877.861.5078877.861.5078
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Open: M-F, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Ages: 6 Weeks - 5 Years
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Back to school discount!

Enroll and attend by 9/19/25 to get FREE Registration. You’ll love being part of our school community. Schedule a tour today!

Welcome to Our School

Welcome to La Petite at Tarleton State University.

Our school provides the campus community with premium early childhood education. We offer Twos, Early Preschool, Preschool, and Pre-K programs for children ages two to five years. Through our STEM-based curriculum, your child will achieve cognitive, linguistic, physical, and social-emotional development milestones within our safe and secure environment.

Our school is staffed with wonderful teachers who are passionate about playing a vital role in your child’s development. Additionally, they participate in education and safety training throughout the year.

We pride ourselves on building relationships with our families and being partners in their child’s education. We invite you to schedule a tour to learn more about our wonderful center - we can't wait to meet you and your family!

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Our scheduling tool makes it simple, fast, and convenient! In just a few clicks, you can choose your ideal date and time, and confirm. 

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Our Programs

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.

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Meet Our Staff

Melinda Parker, Director

Education: Master's Degree in Educational Administration; Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

Certifications: Mid- Management Administrator, All level Special Education, Educational Diagnostician

I am a veteran educator with many years of experience in public education as a teacher and administrator. As our school director, I am committed to helping students realize their full potentials while working side by side with their families. I'm married and have two daughters and four grandchildren. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and riding horses.

Local School Phone Number: 254.968.9067254.968.9067

*Offer is for registration credit up to $350. Registration fee credit is applied upon enrollment (registration fee varies by location). Offer is valid on a space-available basis for all age groups. No cash value. Limit one offer per child, one time use. Certain restrictions may apply to subsidy families. See school for details. Offer not valid for Learning Care Group associates or their immediate families. Offer valid at participating locations only and subject to availability. Programs and hours of operation may vary by school. Offer does not guarantee enrollment. Must enroll and attend by September 19, 2025. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. ©2025 Learning Care Group (US) No. 2 Inc.

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