The staff is warm and welcoming. They will work with you to ensure that your child is comfortable. I love the camera system that allows you to see what your child is doing in real time.
Dirección: 1203 Charles Road, Shelby, NC 28152
Teléfono: 877.861.5078 877.861.5078
Horario de apertura: L-V, 6:00 a. m.- 6:00 p. m.
Welcome to La Petite Academy of Shelby, NC! Our school provides daycare, preschool, and early education with an emphasis on helping children feel supported as they explore new experiences and build important skills.
Our school offers Infant, Toddler, Twos, Preschool, Pre-K, and Before- and After-School Club programs, along with engaging summer camp experiences, in a safe, secure, and healthy learning environment. Our exclusive Learn as We Grow® curriculum uses hands-on, play-based, and inquiry-driven experiences to encourage children to explore, imagine, and ask questions. In our programs, we follow a STEM approach, providing hands-on learning experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. These activities help children work through challenges, express their ideas, and develop the confidence they need as they prepare for kindergarten.
Families at our Shelby school can enjoy an all-inclusive daycare experience, including meals, snacks, diapers, and wipes, as well as on-site enrichment activities. Flexible, part-time care options are also available for families who need additional scheduling flexibility. Explore our Programs section to learn more about childcare and learning options for your child's age and stage.
Our school holds National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA). All staff receive First Aid and CPR training, complete 45 hours of state-mandated training, and participate in monthly professional development. We encourage family involvement through our open-door policy and provide a nurturing environment where engaging activities build children's confidence, support their development, and foster a love of learning.
Through SproutAbout®, our exclusive mobile app for families, parents can receive real-time updates from their child's classroom.
Visit our Shelby school to meet the team, explore the learning spaces, and ask the questions that matter most to your family. Call us today to set up a tour.
Welcome to La Petite Academy of Shelby, NC! Our school provides daycare, preschool, and early education with an emphasis on helping children feel supported as they explore new experiences and build important skills.
Our school offers Infant, Toddler, Twos, Preschool, Pre-K, and Before- and After-School Club programs, along with engaging summer camp experiences, in a safe, secure, and healthy learning environment. Our exclusive Learn as We Grow® curriculum uses hands-on, play-based, and inquiry-driven experiences to encourage children to explore, imagine, and ask questions. In our programs, we follow a STEM approach, providing hands-on learning experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. These activities help children work through challenges, express their ideas, and develop the confidence they need as they prepare for kindergarten.
Families at our Shelby school can enjoy an all-inclusive daycare experience, including meals, snacks, diapers, and wipes, as well as on-site enrichment activities. Flexible, part-time care options are also available for families who need additional scheduling flexibility. Explore our Programs section to learn more about childcare and learning options for your child's age and stage.
Our school holds National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA). All staff receive First Aid and CPR training, complete 45 hours of state-mandated training, and participate in monthly professional development. We encourage family involvement through our open-door policy and provide a nurturing environment where engaging activities build children's confidence, support their development, and foster a love of learning.
Through SproutAbout®, our exclusive mobile app for families, parents can receive real-time updates from their child's classroom.
Visit our Shelby school to meet the team, explore the learning spaces, and ask the questions that matter most to your family. Call us today to set up a tour.
Proudly serving families in Shelby
¡Con solo unos pocos clics, es simple, rápido y conveniente! Solo tiene que elegir la fecha y la hora ideales y confirmar.
Programe una visitaElegir el cuidado infantil es una decisión importante, y nos sentimos honrados de que nos esté considerando. Desde el aprendizaje basado en el juego hasta la proporción cuidadosamente considerada de maestros por niño, las familias eligen nuestra escuela por muchas razones. Aquí hay cuatro cosas que sabemos que le encantarán.
Stay connected, wherever you are, through classroom cameras. It’s just one part of SproutAbout®, our parent communications app that also features messaging, scheduling, learning updates, plus photos and videos to save and share.
Las familias se quedan tranquilas con una matrícula que satisface sus necesidades: pañales y toallitas húmedas incluidos para los niños más pequeños, comidas y refrigerios saludables incluidos para todas las edades.
Como segundo hogar de su hijo, nuestra escuela es un espacio seguro con procedimientos de identificación e ingreso seguros, alarmas en las puertas, cámaras en el interior, baja proporción de maestros por niño y personal capacitado en RCP y primeros auxilios.
Our exclusive Learn as We Grow® curriculum has been lovingly crafted by our dedicated, in-house early childhood experts. Hands-on learning keeps children engaged and builds essential kindergarten skills.
Los maestros de guardería calificados, experimentados y altamente capacitados educan a su hijo e inspiran el amor por el aprendizaje. Nuestra proporción de maestros por niño está cuidadosamente definida para garantizar que cada niño se sienta seguro, visto y amado.
Cualificaciones y estándares
Desde bebés hasta niños en edad escolar, nuestros programas específicos para cada edad nutren el crecimiento académico, social y emocional de su hijo en cada paso del camino. Todos los días, los niños disfrutan de mucho tiempo de juego al aire libre, mientras que se sirven desayunos, almuerzos y refrigerios saludables.
¡Gooooool! En este programa, su hijo desarrolla habilidades futbolísticas tempranas y aprende sobre el trabajo en equipo cuando pasa tiempo en el campo con sus amigos.
Las familias confían en nosotros para cuidar, nutrir y apoyar a sus hijos durante estos primeros años importantes. Deja que te digan por qué.
The staff is warm and welcoming. They will work with you to ensure that your child is comfortable. I love the camera system that allows you to see what your child is doing in real time.
It's been great! Teachers have been welcoming and helpful. My daughter has had a great experience.
It has been a very welcoming and educational experience.
This is a great program with a lot of teachers who really care about your children.
Amazing school! The teachers are wonderful and truly care about my child’s wellbeing.
La Petite Academy is exactly the school we hoped to find for our daughter. The staff are professional and great with the kids. The curriculum is structured in a way that is fun and educational. Safety was one of our concerns, but this facility completely wiped those concerns out. We wouldn't send our daughter anywhere else!
La Petite Academy is exactly the school we hoped to find for our daughter. The staff are professional and great with the kids. The curriculum is structured in a way that is fun and educational. Safety was one of our concerns, but this facility completely wiped those concerns out. We wouldn't send our daughter anywhere else!
La Petite Academy of Shelby provides nutritious meals and snacks, with menus approved by a registered dietitian nutritionist and aligned with USDA nutrition and portion guidelines. 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.
Yes. La Petite Academy of Shelby works with Department of Social Services (DSS) to help eligible families with the cost of care.
Tuition at La Petite Academy of Shelby varies by your child's age and program, and the type of care you choose. Contact us for current tuition rates, availability, and details about what's included in tuition.
Yes. Eligible families may qualify for tuition savings, including military, sibling, referral, and employer discounts. Contact us to learn more about available discounts and eligibility.
At La Petite Academy of Shelby, 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.
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 Shelby. 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 of Shelby, 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.
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.