La Petite Academy of Deltona

My daughter is attending la petite academy and this is her first time in a daycare setting, first time she's not with me. With that being said the infant room and the toddler room have made the adjustment and transition for her and myself as painless as possible. And I would like to thank the teachers for that. As a teacher myself, one may not understand the many hats we wear and for that you are so appreciated. Thank you.

My son attended their VPK program last year and my daughter is attending this year. I’ve had NO problems with the teachers at all! Mrs. Wanda (whose been there 25 YEARS!!) and Mrs. Daisy are amazing! My son was completely prepared for Kindergarten and is excelling and my daughter is on the same track thanks to the wonderful teachers.n*My complaint is geared towards the company’s lack of support and respect for their staff. The teachers are all severely underpaid for the million and one tasks they’re having to take care of, aside from focusing on the well being and education of their class! They have to be janitors, housekeepers, nurses, therapists, security guards, etc and are paid less than fast food workers. That’s absurd! I’ve also seen the same teachers very early in the morning still there late in the afternoon, five days a week. I don’t know how the teachers do it all. Just hope La Petite starts to show some appreciation for their staff and become more competitive with their wages so the amazing teachers that are there don’t leave.

had a scheduled tour for today. Went in and they seemed very unprepared. The facility smelled so strong of bleach with an underlying smell of human fecal matter, it was making me sick to my stomach. I noticed 3 exposed outlets that had pieces missing. There was dust in the corners and on window. The ceiling tiles were stained with water spots. Both boys and girls were using toilets in this closet type room, which in a daycare laws is against the law. Male and females must be separate. Children in the infant room had rashes that honestly looked like hand, foot and mouth. When I asked the assistant program director what learning program they use, she did not know and waited for the program director to give us a program folder. Not event the DIRECTOR could tell me what learning program they use. She did not face us while she was barely going over the program folder with me. While the program director was writing her contact information her, she was talking to the assistant about personal matters that honestly should not be discussed in front of potential parents. They should have been actively engaged with me and informing me more about their program.It was like they could care less about wanting my business. When I scheduled the tour, the company informed me that they had two spots available, when I mentioned that to the program director, she informed me that she might have one in May. There is no communication. Waste of my time. It was so loud and chaotic. I heard great things about this program, but I am very very disappointed. My child WILL NOT be attending. The state needs to go in and whip that place into shape.

Excellent teachers! Thank you Ms. Johanna and Ms. Wanda for the heart-centered care and teaching you provide our children. We will always remember our favorite vpk teachers!

First off, we LOVE this place and the staff! Our little girl is in the 3 year old class and has been at LPA since she was a very young two. The learning she’s done here has been amazing! So much more than colors, numbers, and alphabet. Her social skills, relationships, self esteem have all grown leaps and bounds. They’ve cultivated a love for learning within her... and for that I am so grateful! I leave her daily knowing that she is engaged, safe, loved, and well cared for! That’s huge!nThe Brightwheel app is used daily and we enjoy seeing everything she has done during her day and being able to instantly communicate with her teachers as well as administration.nThe center is one of the cleanest in the mornings and evenings... the in-between is obviously filled with small children making big messes during learning through play... and that is as it should be. If you want your child to come home perfect, pressed, and not dirty from an epic day of play and learning, this isn’t the center for you!nI was an educator for almost 2 decades. I did most of my career in Early Childhood prior to receiving my Masters and PhD. That said, I’ve seen my share of educational centers and providers. In an ocean of choices, I can say with confidence that this LPA location has some of THE BEST & most awesome, passionate teachers who become like an extension of the family! They also have a supportive Director & Assistant Director! They’re constantly in and out of classrooms supporting teachers & always ready to lend a hand. The Director is one of the most kind, personable, and down to earth ladies I have ever had the pleasure of knowing! I’ve also never been made to feel unimportant or like admins don’t care. On the contrary, they inquire about how we are, how work is going, and always tell us if there’s anything they can help us with to let them know.nShould be noted that this location is an older building. It could be said that LPA could stand to renovate this location HOWEVER, it’s safe, clean, and functional and is a fantastic place for young children to learn and grow! We will be happily sending our youngest boy here in the spring! Keep up the great job, LPA!! We love you!!