La Petite Academy

When I moved to Lawrence to go back to school, as a single father I needed a place to send my 5 year old son while I was at work or in class. I looked at a number of different options around town and La Petite was the standout. Practically speaking, they are very close to where I live, and more importantly, they bus the children to and from school (even the half day kindergartners), which meant I didn’t have to interrupt my work/​school day to do that. I simply drop him off in the morning and pick him up on the way home in the evening.
Obviously more goes into a decision like that than just practical concerns though. When I toured the facility, they showed me the areas for the children of different ages, showed me the workstations and centers within those areas, explained their curriculum, and showed how they encourage many productive and educational types of recreation. Most impressive to me though was the genuine enthusiasm I sensed from the staff for the children they are entrusted with.
Now nearly a year later I can say without reserve that I am sure I made the right decision. The staff there are very friendly and always keep me informed about everything that’s going on. My son loves it there, and has made lots of friends. Coming into a new city where I knew absolutely no one and had approximately a week to get things set up, my biggest concern was who would be looking after my son and how he would be spending his time. Le Petite gives me peace of mind. I know he’s in good hands, and that allows me to focus on getting my education.