Your School: La Petite Academy of Tampa, FL

La Petite Academy of Tampa

3818 W. Humphrey
Tampa, FL 33614

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813.933.1687813.933.1687

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Open: M-F, 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Ages: 6 Weeks - 12 Years

3818 W. Humphrey Tampa, FL 33614

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Coronavirus Update

We are closely monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. Please read this important update about our rigorous health and safety protocols to keep your children safe and healthy.

Also, check out our list of activities to keep the learning going while your kids are home.

Welcome to Our School

Welcome to La Petite Learning Center in Tampa, Florida. My name is Melinda and I am the Academy Director. I have over fifteen years in the education field. I hold a CDA certificate in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor’s Degree.

Our La Petite on Humphrey Street has a great staff dedicated to the individuality of every child. We educate infants, toddlers and two year olds. We inspire our early preschool, preschool, and VPK classes. We also encourage discovery in our before- and after-school age program and our winter break, spring break and summer camps. We aspire to challenge young minds to re-imagine a bright future for us all.

Our school is committed to partnering with our families. We use the brightWheel mobile app to stay in continuous communication throughout the day. We encourage parent involvement by asking for guest readers and have many family events throughout the year (‘Trunk or Treating’, Winter Gala, Spring Fling).

We invite you to come in and take a tour of our amazing school to see our classrooms and teachers in action. Come join in the fun and be a part of our La Petite family.

Here's what people have to say

5 out of 5 stars

I personally love my school my daughters teacher is the best. She knows how to talk to my daughter and get her to calm down if she is upset. My daughter absolutely loves her teacher

Anonymous

Seeing my daughter being so happy to attend to school everyday and sharing with us something new she has learned each day, it makes us feel great to have chosen the right school for her VPK program.

Anonymous

I’ve seen progress in my daughters speech and social development in the past six months and is the main reason we enrolled her since she’s an only child. The location is great for us too and I like the staff a lot. The Halloween party was fun as well!

Anonymous

Teachers and staff are great! My son enjoys school and loves his teachers. Very happy my son attended VPK here!

Anonymous

We love the teachers, especially Ms. Vanina. She is so sweet and cares for our little girl. Melinda has been nothing but helpful and accommodating.

baleighcolding

I love the communication the school has and the bright wheel app. The staff is friendly and my son loves his teacher and class!

Anonymous

Great daycare.......great teachers, always feel good when I drop off my daughter.

kathyvelez02

I chose this school because of the atmosphere as well as the director Ms. Melinda. The brightwheel app is a way to stay in tune with your childs day, even when you're not there. This was my sons first school setting and I am more than comfortable with La Petite. They make the decision easier than normal. My son has always been with family and smaller children within the family. He feels comfortable

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with his teacher Ms. Tammy, he wouldn't even let her change his pull-up when he first started! He is now in underwear, in less than a month. They have helped with social skills as well as preparing him for the next phase in his education.

Anonymous

My son enjoys going to school every weekday and then telling me what he did on the car ride home. The teacher and other staff are great and my son has progressed so much, both mentally and socially. I’m very happy with our decision to have him attend this school for VPK. Thank you for all you do!!

Anonymous

Our Programs

Infants

We’ve created a comfortable, secure space for your baby to thrive and grow.

Toddlers

This age group has all the space they need to move, explore, and grow through hands-on learning.

Twos

This energetic group is always on the move as they achieve new abilities and experiences.

Early Preschool

As children prepare for Preschool, they continue to grow, build confidence, and gain independence.

Preschool

Active little innovators use hands-on learning experiences to get ready for kindergarten.

Pre-K

As they further build a foundation for kindergarten, children lay the groundwork for high-level skill development.

Before & After School

Fun, exciting, educational mornings and afternoons await your school-age student.

Summer Camp

Your child will love spending the summer at Camp Innovate.

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:

Gymnastics, Soccer, Music, Yoga, Spanish, Phonics, Handwriting & Advanced Math

Proud 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.

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.

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Meet Our Staff

Melinda Deady, Director

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Certifications: Director's Credential, Staff Credential, CDA

Watching children's eyes light up when they make the connection and learn something new is why I love my job. Early on as a teacher, I could only see this in my students. Now as a Director, I get the privilege to help my teachers light up the whole school.

Meet Our Staff

Johanna Bernal, Assistant Director

Certifications: Director's Credential, Staff Credential, CDA, First Aid and CPR

I enjoy working in the childcare field. I feel most successful when I help our teachers be successful in a stimulating and challenging environment. I continuously strive to meet the standards that La Petite set to be the best.

Meet Our Staff

Deanna Smith, Team Lead

Certifications: CDA, First Aid and CPR

I enjoy being part of early education and watching children learn and grow everyday. Seeing children engaged in learning experiences is so rewarding. I love traveling and spending time with my family, and my cat, Garfield.

License #: C HC 11011

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