Daycare and Preschool at La Petite Academy de Riverdale

Yes, La Petite Academy of Riverdale offers flexible enrollment options that allow children to enjoy engaging learning experiences, build friendships, and benefit from a nurturing educational environment without attending full-time. Speak with our school team to explore scheduling options that work best for your family. 

At La Petite Academy, we provide nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and snacks, with menus approved by a registered dietitian nutritionist and aligned with USDA nutrition and portion guidelines. Our meals include a variety of fruits, vegetables, and age-appropriate foods to support children's healthy growth and development. Si su hijo tiene una alergia alimentaria o restricción dietética, trabajaremos con su familia para comprender sus necesidades y desarrollar un plan adecuado. Hay opciones vegetarianas disponibles, y adaptaciones adicionales pueden estar disponibles para necesidades dietéticas especiales, requisitos religiosos o alergias alimentarias graves.

Tuition at La Petite Academy of Riverdale varies by your child's age, selected program, and care schedule. We offer flexible childcare options to meet different family needs. Our team is happy to discuss current tuition rates, available discounts, financial assistance, and enrollment options to help you find the right fit for your family.

Yes. Eligible families at La Petite Academy of Riverdale may qualify for tuition savings, including military, sibling, referral, and employer discounts. Contact us to learn more about available discounts and eligibility.

Yes. La Petite Academy of Riverdale works with Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS)/Maximus, Quality Care for Children (QCC) to help eligilbe families manage the cost of childcare and early education. Families may also qualify for tuition discounts and other financial support options based on their eligibility. To learn more, contact our school director.

Yes. GA Pre K at La Petite Academy of Riverdale is available. This program provides eligible children with early learning experiences that help prepare them for kindergarten.

At La Petite Academy, each child has an individual portfolio that grows with them as they progress from one age group to the next, capturing their development and learning along the way. Teachers use developmental checklists, work samples, photos, and observations to understand their progress and support continued growth. Families stay connected through SproutAbout updates, family-teacher conferences, and daily conversations with their child's teachers.

Our Learn as We Grow curriculum follows six core concepts throughout the year. Children explore these same concepts from Toddlers through Pre-K, but how they experience them changes as they grow. Each program introduces developmentally appropriate activities that build in complexity, helping children deepen their understanding and build new skills as they progress from one classroom to the next.

Moving to a new classroom is an exciting milestone at La Petite Academy of Riverdale. Children gradually visit their new classroom, meet their teachers, and become familiar with new routines before the transition. Teachers work together to support continuity, while families receive regular updates throughout the process.

At La Petite Academy, we encourage daily physical activity and outdoor play through our Grow Fit^_® program, helping children develop healthy habits, build motor skills, and enjoy staying active. Outdoor exploration happens more than once a day, weather permitting, giving children time to run, climb, jump, and explore nature. These experiences encourage curiosity, movement, and a connection with the world around them.

At La Petite Academy of Riverdale, your child's day includes a mix of learning, play, outdoor time, meals, and rest. Children explore Learning Centers, participate in small- and large-group activities, and enjoy time outdoors. Meals, snacks, rest, and plenty of opportunities for choice and play are built into the day, providing a familiar routine while keeping each day engaging.

At La Petite Academy of Riverdale, we recognize that every child learns and develops differently. We encourage you to talk with your local school about your child's specific needs. Our team will work with you to understand how we can support your child and discuss any accommodations or additional support they may need. Open communication with families helps us create a nurturing, inclusive environment where each child can learn, grow, and feel supported.