How We’re Keeping Clean And Staying Safe
Learn About The safety Measures That Keep Your Family Happy And Healthy
How We’re Keeping Clean And Staying Safe
Learn About The Covid-19 Measures That Keep Your Family Happy And Healthy
Quality Preschool and Daycare serving Central Florida
Regular Handwashing Promotes Healthy Habits
Your child, friends, and teachers wash their hands at regular intervals throughout the day to eliminate germs, reduce the risk of transmission, and encourage hand-care as part of the new normal.
Temperature Checks For Everyone On-Site
All visitors, vendors, children, and staff have their temperatures taken upon arrival for quick, easy, and effective screening, so everyone feels confident that friends and coworkers are healthy.
Social Distancing For Your Assurance
At drop-off and pick-up times, parents practice physical distancing to maintain peace of mind for the whole school community and keep those moments stress-free and straightforward.
Smaller Class Sizes Reduce The Risks
As they learn and play in a smaller group, your child gets lots of care and attention while still interacting with their friends in a safe environment with a lower risk of transmitting any nasty germs.
Frequent Sanitization Keeps School Safe
A dedicated housekeeping team carries out daily deep cleaning to ensure your child’s classroom and equipment are sparkling and safe. Teachers continue sanitization throughout the day.
FAQ
Do I need to schedule a time to take a tour?
We highly recommend it. You can visit in person or schedule a virtual tour via Zoom.
What is the school doing to prevent COVID-19 and other illnesses?
My First Academy follows all health/communicable disease policies from the CDC and the procedures outlined in the American Academy of Pediatrics Model Health Policies and Procedures Manual.
- All staff and children entering the school must wash their hands upon arrival. All adults must wear a mask on site.
- Everyone entering the facility undergoes a temperature check.
- Frequent hand-washing and sanitation take place throughout the day.
- We use a Graco SaniSpray HP 20 Cordless Handheld Airless Disinfectant Sprayer machine every day at closing time to sanitize the school using Bioesque Botanical Disinfectant Solution.
How many children are there for each adult?
0-12 months: 4 children per adult.
1-2 years: 6 children per adult.
2-3 years: 11 children per adult.
3-4 years: 15 children per adult.
4 years: 18 children per adult.
VPK: 11 children per adult.
What does tuition include?
Lunch and two or three snacks, all our curriculum, Spanish and computer lessons for children aged two-and-a-half to Pre-Kindergarten, and the Baby Sign Language program.
What items do I need to provide for my child?
It depends on age:
- Infants: bottles pre-made with formula or breast milk, diapers, a change of clothes, and comfort items, i.e., pacifier, blanket, etc.
- Under three years: diapers if he/she is not potty trained, a change of clothes including underwear if trained or training, blanket, etc.
- Over three years: a change of clothes and blanket.
What time does my child need to be on-site?
Circle time begins at 8:30 a.m. in all classrooms. If you would like your child to participate, please arrive in good time. However, it is a requirement to be here by 9:30 a.m, so your child receives all the benefits of our program.
What curriculum does the school use?
My First Academy uses a proprietary curriculum, complemented by Frogstreet and Nemours Reading BrightStart.
At what age does the curriculum begin?
Unlike some daycare centers, we have an educational curriculum that starts in our infants’ classroom.
When are the children required to wear a uniform?
From age one. Children participate in various activities throughout the day, some of which are messy or athletic, and play outdoors daily, weather permitting. Because of this, it’s our policy that children must wear their My First Academy polo from Monday to Thursday. Additionally, no open-toed or open-backed shoes are allowed. The most appropriate shoes for participation in school activities are rubber-soled sneakers with socks.
Do any of the teachers have their First Aid/CPR?
Yes, we require all teachers to be First Aid- and CPR-certified.
Are staff background-screened?
Per the Department of Children & Families, My First Academy staff have three background screenings: local, state and FBI.
At what age will you potty train my child?
Generally, we begin potty training at two years old. However, in some cases, we start sooner.
How Old Is Your Child?
Infants
6 Wks - 12 Months
Toddlers
1 - 2 Years
Early Preschool
2 - 3 Years
Preschool
3 - 4 Years
Pre-K
4 - 5 Years
School Age
5 - 11 Years
