Your School La Petite Academy on Mapledale Blvd

La Petite Academy on Mapledale Blvd

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Open: M-F, 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Ages: 6 Weeks - 12 Years
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Exciting Changes Coming Soon!

We're putting our best foot forward! Get ready to see some changes at our school. It’s not just a new coat of paint, but interior and exterior updates, as well as upgraded playground equipment! We can’t wait to share it all with you.

Welcome to Our School

Where innovation starts early, La Petite Academy at Mapledale in Tampa, FL, truly stands out as a nurturing and enriching environment for early childhood education.

My name is Jessica DeMott, and as the Academy Director, I’m proud to share that our school has earned the Gold Seal title from the Department of Education. Every day, we strive to go above and beyond for our children and their families. We believe in the importance of personalized care and attention, and our programs are designed to encourage skill-based learning through play and hands-on exploration, all within

our STEM approach. Our academy is not only NECPA accredited but also bilingual and culturally rich, ensuring that we cater to the diverse, individual needs of each child in our care.

Whether your child is just beginning their educational journey or building on existing

foundations, our curriculum supports their development at every stage, guided by our school readiness pathways to learning. With a high retention rate, some of our dedicated early childhood educators have been with us for over twenty years. This incredible level of commitment speaks to the strong sense of community and passion our teachers bring to their work each day.

We proudly offer the Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Program (VPK) with flexible wrap-around options designed to meet the needs of busy families. VPK provides a strong foundation for school readiness, focusing on essential early learning skills that prepare your child for kindergarten and beyond.

To further support our families, we provide access to our exclusive mobile app, SproutAbout, which allows parents to stay connected with their child's day in real-time. With SproutAbout, you can access live streaming video of your child’s classroom, receive instant updates on activities and milestones, and stay informed about everything happening during your child’s time with us. It’s one more way we ensure that you are always connected and involved!

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Here's what people have to say

4.71 out of 5 stars
Great staff. They care about my child and want to see him succeed.
Enrolled Family
My daughter knowledge has improved a lot.Her communication level particularly grammar, writing skills, Literacy level, math knowledge are growing at rapid pace. We are so happy about her growth and development.
Enrolled Family
We have had a wonderful experience with this school. Teachers are prompt to reply to online requests through the app. They seem genuinely happy to see my child and she is happy to go with them. The director and assistant are knowledgeable and know my child well, always greeting her and saying goodbye affectionately. Our priority is for our child to feel safe and loved and she receives that care at
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La Petite - Mapledale!
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Enrolled Family
They have been very accommodating and great to work with! Our experience has been very positive!!
Enrolled Family
I love the school and the staff. Communication is great and my children adore their teachers. My children are learning and happy.
Enrolled Family
I think the school is really good in many levels. The teachers are loving and nurturing and I feel comfortable in saying that the teachers are very much involved in the kids’ education and learning process. This is an excellent school and I hope the group of people that work at the school at this time, stay the same because I feel they are all caring and loving to the children.
Enrolled Family
As of right now I have an infant (shes 3months old) the newborn/infant room is perfect the way its being ran by the teachers/caretakers. I am very pleased with them especially Migdalia Santiago at the Mapledale location in tampa. She is absolutely amazing with my daughter and the rest of the kids in the room. I love her caring and loving with all the children. My daughter at 3 months old loves her
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and looks forward to seeing her every morning at time of drop off!
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Our Programs

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:

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

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.

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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.

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 Camp

Meet Our Staff

Jessica DeMott , Director

Education: CDA

Certifications: Director's Credential, VPK endorsed, CPR/First Aid certified

My name is Jessica DeMott, and I am the Director here at La Petite Academy, Mapledale. I am deeply committed to providing children with developmentally appropriate activities in a safe and nurturing environment. At La Petite Mapledale, we strive for excellence in everything we do, ensuring that each child receives the highest quality of care and education. Our school is more than just a place for learning; we are a close-knit family where teachers, parents, and students support one another.

Meet Our Staff

Giselle Barriera, Team Lead

Education: Early Childhood Education AA

Certifications: CPR/First Aid

My name is Giselle, I am a primary education teacher and a graduate in educational sciences, starting my educational path in Argentina in 2008. I faithfully believe in education and in the construction of children's knowledge, so that in the future they can be great professionals. and people. Thus leaving an important mark in their hearts and in that of the families so that together (family-school) we achieve a wonderful development, because we may be different but here we all work together!

Meet Our Staff

Kristen Elliott, Assistant Director

Education: B.A. in Early Childhood Education

Certifications: CPR /First Aid

I have been working with children since 2011, and have found that one of my favorite parts of working with children is that "light bulb moment", when what you have been trying to teach them finally clicks. There is no better feeling then knowing that I was a part of helping that child reach that moment, and watching them grow from that experience. I look forward to meeting you and your family.

Meet Our Staff

Amanda Costanza, Team Lead

Certifications: CDA Credential

Having embarked on my journey in early childhood education in 2007, driven by both professional experience and insights gained as a mother of two. I firmly believe in the profound impact of early childhood education, recognizing it as the foundation for lifelong learning and development. I'm thrilled to partner with your family at La Petite, where we cultivate a language-rich, culturally diverse environment. Let's embark together!

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We can't wait to show you all the wonderful things happening at our school!

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Local School Phone Number: 813.962.4922813.962.4922 License #: CHC110083

*Programs and hours of operation may vary by school. Offer is for tuition credit equal to 20% off for 26 weeks of scheduled tuition; new enrollees only.  Child must enroll and start regular attendance by 10/18/2024. Child must enroll for a minimum of three full days per week. Available only when full tuition is paid in advance by check or ACH payment. Enrollment is on a space available basis. One coupon per child; one time use; not valid with any other offer or discount; no cash value. Learning Care Group is not responsible for and cannot replace or redeem lost, stolen, destroyed or expired coupons. Offer not valid for Learning Care Group associates or their immediate families. Offer valid at participating locations only and subject to availability. Offer does not guarantee enrollment. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. ©2024 Learning Care Group (US) No. 2 Inc.

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