La Petite Academy of Pensacola
La Petite Academy, 9601 Pickwood Dr, Pensacola, FL 32514
About
La Petite Academy of Pensacola offers programs that include Music, Soccer, Spanish, Yoga, and elective enrichment activities that explore a variety of interests. Children can take part in specific classroom programs such as Infants, Toddlers, Twos, Early Preschool, Preschool, Pre-K, and Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK), as well as before- and after-school care and a full-day summer camp with field trips and outdoor playtime. The program uses the SproutAbout family app to share live streaming video of classrooms and real-time updates.
• Ages: 0–12 years old
• Schedule: Open Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM; Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) is a free daily 4-hour program with breakfast and lunch included, with optional extended wrap care
The leadership team includes Director Philisa Caples and Team Lead Barbara Brown. Philisa Caples has education in Early Childhood Program Administration, a Child Development Associate, a Technical College Credential, and a 45 Hour Director Certificate. Barbara Brown has an FCCPC and holds a Director's Credential, CPR/First Aid, Fire Safety, and CDA certifications. More than half of the teachers have more than five years of teaching experience, and all teachers receive monthly training along with ongoing training provided by the state.
The program states that it has a warm and welcoming environment, an open-door policy for anyone who would like to talk, and long-term staff members who are dedicated to the children and families. It states that it is committed to keeping families connected throughout the day while children are in care, including through the SproutAbout app. Healthy meals and snacks are provided, and children are encouraged to try new foods. Flexible schedules are available, and safety and security practices are in place with child safety listed as the top priority.
La Petite Academy of Pensacola is accredited, operates under License # C01ES0102, and states that it is an equal opportunity provider. Enrolled families describe the staff as friendly, note that staff members know families by first name, and mention positive experiences with teachers, office staff, and the director. Families report that their children are comfortable in their classes, that they enjoy seeing updates during the day through an app, and that staff members gave special attention to a child who had a difficult transition. Multiple enrolled families state that they have been pleased with the school and its structure.
Last updated June 1, 2026.
• Ages: 0–12 years old
• Schedule: Open Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM; Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) is a free daily 4-hour program with breakfast and lunch included, with optional extended wrap care
The leadership team includes Director Philisa Caples and Team Lead Barbara Brown. Philisa Caples has education in Early Childhood Program Administration, a Child Development Associate, a Technical College Credential, and a 45 Hour Director Certificate. Barbara Brown has an FCCPC and holds a Director's Credential, CPR/First Aid, Fire Safety, and CDA certifications. More than half of the teachers have more than five years of teaching experience, and all teachers receive monthly training along with ongoing training provided by the state.
The program states that it has a warm and welcoming environment, an open-door policy for anyone who would like to talk, and long-term staff members who are dedicated to the children and families. It states that it is committed to keeping families connected throughout the day while children are in care, including through the SproutAbout app. Healthy meals and snacks are provided, and children are encouraged to try new foods. Flexible schedules are available, and safety and security practices are in place with child safety listed as the top priority.
La Petite Academy of Pensacola is accredited, operates under License # C01ES0102, and states that it is an equal opportunity provider. Enrolled families describe the staff as friendly, note that staff members know families by first name, and mention positive experiences with teachers, office staff, and the director. Families report that their children are comfortable in their classes, that they enjoy seeing updates during the day through an app, and that staff members gave special attention to a child who had a difficult transition. Multiple enrolled families state that they have been pleased with the school and its structure.
Last updated June 1, 2026.
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