Earned the highest infant care score in Kissimmee. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, and parent feedback for infant rooms.
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Kissimmee. This reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation.
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La Petite Academy #153 on Mill Run Blvd is a NECPA-accredited, Gold Seal-recognized childcare center in Kissimmee serving 6 weeks through 12 years. Like its Buenaventura Blvd sister location, it offers a comprehensive range of programs, meals, transportation, and VPK. School readiness subsidy is active. ResellerRatings shows a 4.08-star average across 68 reviews, reflecting a generally positive parent experience, though some reviews raise concerns about staffing ratios. Families should inquire about current teacher-to-child ratios during tours.
Safety7.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music7.0
Infant care8.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture7.0
Class sizes7.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Hands-on learning experiences with age-appropriate programs from infants through private kindergarten; no specific named curriculum cited.
Programs & activities: Programs include Infants, Toddlers, Twos, Early Preschool, Preschool, Pre-K, Private Kindergarten, Before & After School Care, Summer Camp, and VPK. Electives include Handwriting & Advanced Math, Music, Phonics, Soccer, Spanish, and Yoga for an additional fee.
What sets it apart: Nationally accredited through NECPA and recognized as a Florida Gold Seal Quality Care program provider. Open M-F 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM for ages 6 weeks to 12 years; meals (breakfast, lunch, PM snack) included; diapers and wipes included for Infants/Toddlers/Twos; live-streaming via SproutAbout app.
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Best K-Ready
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Kissimmee. This reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation.</span>
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