Inspire Your Child’s
Natural Love Of Learning
Build Confidence For School With Academic Knowledge, And Social-Emotional Skills
Inspire Your Child’s Natural Love Of Learning
Build Confidence For School With Academic Knowledge, And Social-Emotional Skills
Preschool I 3 Years | Serving Central Florida
A Family-Owned School Where You Come First
Feel welcomed and prioritized in an environment where family comes first. Your child’s health and happiness are crucial, and your contributions as part of this community are valued.
Spotless Spaces For Optimized Learning
Your child thinks, learns, and grows in a sparkling classroom, cleaned, sanitized, and organized every day by the on-site housekeeping team. In this beautiful environment, your child gets to be their best.
Livestream Videos Of Your Child Direct To Your Device
Easily access five-minute videos of your child, live-streamed five times throughout the day. Using the convenient PB&J TV app, you can stay up to date with everything they are learning and experiencing.
A Healthy Lunch And Yummy Snacks Included
Your child gets a morning snack, hearty lunch, afternoon snack, and an extra snack at 5.00 pm to ensure they get all the nutrients they day. All food is home-cooked, and the focus is on healthy, nourishing ingredients prepared in a nut-free environment.
Uniforms Make Your Life A Little Easier
Avoid having to make decisions in the morning with a comfortable, functional uniform designed for all the fun and exploration your child enjoys each day. Dressed just like their friends, they feel like part of the family.
Think, Learn And Grow Full-Time, 2 - 3 Days Per Week, Or 7 AM - 12 Noon.
Safety Measures For Your Ultimate Assurance
Your child is protected at all times in a safe space. Security measures include strict access controls at every entrance, a robust fence around the yard, and internal-use security cameras.
Expert Guidance From Caring Adults
Under the care of dedicated and qualified teachers, your child thrives and exceeds their potential. At this age, they get support and encouragement for their growing vocabulary and confidence.
Tools And Guidance For Kindergarten-Readiness
Following a proprietary curriculum supported by the Houghton Mifflin Harcourt system, your child builds the skills they need for school. With a focus on English instruction, a portion of the curriculum is taught in Spanish for enhanced brain development.
Exploring And Discovering Passions
Your child has the unique opportunity to try new things as part of their preschool journey. Engaging enrichments include art, music, and cooking as well as science and technology. Soccer is also available at an extra cost.
Proudly Recognized For Excellence By NECPA
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 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.
- 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, the Baby Sign Language program, and enrichment programs such as yoga, music, singing, and service animals.
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 early. However, it is a requirement to be here by 9:00 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 Frog Street Pre-K 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.
