Recognition of Excellence · Lakeland, FL · 2026

Dawsons Learning Center LLC

1013 Lakeshore Dr, Lakeland, FL 33805
https://www.dawsonslearning.com/
🏆 Ranked #25 in Lakeland · 6.5 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Best Infant Care
Best Infant Care
Earned the highest infant care score in Lakeland. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, and parent feedback for infant rooms.
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Part of Dawson's Learning family with two Lakeland locations. Center offers infant through VPK programs with hands-on, play-based curriculum emphasizing language literacy, social skills, and creative expression. VPK provider accepting subsidies.

Safety6.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture7.0
Class sizes6.0
Extracurriculars6.0

Programs & curriculum

Curriculum & approach: Emphasizes thinking, reasoning, questioning, experimenting, and hands-on learning but does not name a specific curriculum model.

Programs & activities: Programs for infants through VPK and summer sessions; imaginative play, outdoor play, and activities focused on language and literacy development, social skills, and creative expression.

What sets it apart: Two locations in Lakeland, FL.

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