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ABOUT US
Our Mission
To provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where children thrive through play, exploration, and meaningful interactions. We are committed to fostering a love of learning, celebrating diversity, and partnering with families to create a foundation for lifelong success.
Loving, Nurturing Environment
OUR GOALS
Our primary goal at Light Years Ahead Academy is to provide an environment where children thrive and reach their full potential.
Inclusivity: We embrace and celebrate the unique backgrounds, cultures, and abilities of all children and families. We create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and included.
Respect: We cultivate a culture of respect where every child, staff member, and family member are treated with kindness, dignity, and empathy. We encourage open communication and active listening, valuing the thoughts, opinions, and emotions of everyone.
Excellence: We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work. We provide high-quality care, exceptional educational experiences, and ongoing professional development for our staff to ensure that each child receives the best possible foundation for their future.
Play-based Learning: We believe in the power of play as a vital component of a child's development. We provide a play-based curriculum that encourages creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and social interactions, fostering a lifelong love of learning.
Collaboration: We value collaboration and partnership with families, recognizing that parents and guardians are a child's first and most influential teachers. We work together to support each child's growth and development, fostering a strong sense of community and shared responsibility.
Our Dedicated Staff
At Light Years Ahead Academy, we believe that the qualifications and continuous training of our staff are essential to providing the highest quality care and education for your child. Here's an overview of our staff qualifications and training programs:
- Education and Credentials: All of our staff members, including lead teachers who hold or are working towards a CDA credential or equivalent degree, assistant teachers with at least a high school diploma who are pursuing further education, are carefully selected through rigorous screening processes, certified in CPR and First Aid, and have completed at least 45 hours of education as required by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF).
- Professional Experience: Our teachers to pursue higher education in early childhood education and support them in achieving advanced degrees and certifications.
- Certifications: Staff are certified in CPR, First Aid, and child safety, ensuring a secure environment for all children.
- Passion and Creativity: Our highly qualified and deeply committed staff creates a nurturing and inclusive environment, promotes a culture of respect, kindness, and empathy, and prioritizes effective communication and collaboration with parents to ensure a strong partnership in your child's care and education.
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Our Facility
To maintain a secure environment, we have implemented stringent security measures, including controlled access to our facility, visitor sign-in and sign-out procedures, and regular safety drills.
We want you to have full confidence that your child is safe and well-cared for while at Light Years Ahead Academy. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our health and safety policies, please do not hesitate to reach out to our administrative team. We are committed to transparency and open communication to ensure the well-being of all our children.
