2009-2010 School Year VPK Program
Profiles & Locations

This is a preliminary list of those pre-schools who will be participating in the VPK School year program for 2009-2010.

Please check back again to note additions.

Eligible Children have birthdates from Sept. 2, 2004 to Sept. 1, 2005

Every child must obtain a Certificate of Eligibility to be accepted in a Voluntary Pre-School program. Listed here are the approved VPK Pre-schools for Escambia County.

Note: SCHOOL YEAR (not Summer) Public School VPK programs may have some restrictions. VPK programs in Public Schools are in various Title I School attendance areas. Please call the school directly or Find Your Neighborhood School From Your Address to see if your child is eligible to attend at that site. Public schools on this list begin with ECSD (Escambia County School District).

Click here to find VPK Schools on Google Maps!

A TOP NOTCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMYFIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN PRE-SCHOOL
ADORABLE TOTS PRESCHOOLFIRST UNITED METHODIST - NOAH' ARK
ADORING ADDITION PRE-KFIVE STAR ACADEMY - CANTONMENT
ALICE S. WILLIAMS DAY CAREFRIENDS LEARNING CENTER
AMAZING GRACE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOLGATEWAY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL
AVONDALE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERGONZALEZ UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
BELLS & BUBBLES CHILD DEVELOPMENTHARVEST LEARNING CENTER
BEULAH'S PRE-K & LEARNING CENTERIN HIS NAME CHILD CARE
BLESSED STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLJAMISON STREET PRESCHOOL
BLUE ANGEL EARLY LEARNING CENTERJUBILEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
C.E.Y.'s - BARRANCAS CHILD DEVELOPMENTKID'S EXPRESS
CAMP FIRE USA - CENTURY YOUTH LEARNING CENTERKIDDIE KORRAL CHILDCARE CENTER
CAMP FIRE USA - PJC CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERKIDS KLUB LEARNING CENTER
CAPSTONE ACADEMYKIDS PLACE LEARNING CENTER
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - NAS PENSACOLAKIDSMART LEARNING CENTER
CHILD DISCOVERY CENTER OF FIRST PRESBYTERIANKIDZ ACADEMY
CHILDCARE NETWORK - DAVIS #42KINDERWORLD, INC.
CHILDCARE NETWORK - FAIRFIELD #113KNOWLEDGE AND FUN LEARNING CENTER, LLC
CHILDCARE NETWORK - LANGLEY #112LA PETITE ACADEMY
CHILDCARE NETWORK - MICHIGAN #111LITTLE RASKALS
CHILDCARE NETWORK - PALAFOX #141LITTLE WHISPERS LEARNING CENTER, LLC
COKESBURY CHILDREN'S CENTERMALENA'S MINI SCHOOL #1 - PENSCOLA BOULEVARD
COME UNTO ME PRESCHOOLMALENA'S MINI SCHOOL #2 - PINE FOREST
CORRY STATION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERMARCUS POINT LEARNING CENTER
D.T. CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERMISS KATHY'S EARLY LEARNING - JOHNSON AVENUE
DISCOVERY GATEWAY EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTERMISS KATHY'S PRE-K - CHEMSTRAND ROAD
EARLY LEARNING ACADEMYMYRTLE GROVE BAPTIST PRESCHOOL LEARNING
EAST HILL BAPTIST CHURCH, INC.New Vision CDC
EAST HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC.NORTH DAVIS BAPTIST CHILDCARE
ECSD - ALLIE YNIESTRA ELEMENTARY SCHOOLPLAY TYME DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER
ECSD - BRATT ELEMENTARYSAFE HAVEN CHILD DEVELOPMENT 2
ECSD - ENSLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSAND CASTLE ACADEMY
ECSD - HALLMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSCENIC PRESCHOOL
ECSD - MCMILLAN COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERSEVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
ECSD - MCMILLAN FRAME LEARNING CENTERSMALL WORLD KINDERGARTEN, INC.
ECSD - MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLST. CHRISTOPHER'S PRESCHOOL
ECSD - OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOLST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL
ECSD - SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOLST. PAUL LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL
ECSD - SID NELSON COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERST. PAUL'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL
ECSD - SPENCER BIBBS ELEMENTARYSUNSHINE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
ECSD - WARRINGTON ELEMENTARYTHE ROCK CHILD DEVELOPMENT
ENGLEWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH EARLY EDUCATIONTODDLER TECH
ENSLEY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERTREEHOUSE LEARNING
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - GIBSON CENTERTRINITY LEARNING CENTER
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - MYRTLE GROVEUWF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - OAKCREST CENTERVICTORIA'S EARLY LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT CENTER II
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - SHERWOOD WEE CHILDREN, WEST PENSACOLA BAPTIST CHURCH
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMYWEE KARE ACADEMY
A TOP NOTCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Approved

401 West Wright Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 434-5751

Director: Tasheba McCreary
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: Variable
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: variable
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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ADORABLE TOTS PRESCHOOL
Approved

615 North W Street
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 439-1114

Director: Helen Lott
Lead Teacher Credential: MA Early Child. Dev.

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost: Variable
VPK Program Ends: 5/31/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: Variable
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 283 Curriculum: Early Childhood Express/Creative Curriculum
This program exists to give children a quality education at the beginning level. We believe the early start gives children the incentive to strive for the best that is in every child. We use auditory, visual and kinesthetic modalities to engage children
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ADORING ADDITION PRE-K
Approved

1408 East Blount Street
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 434-0011

Director: Wanda Simmons
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 264 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum, DLM Early Childhood Express
Adoring Addition is a high quality, developmentally appropriate program designed to prepare students for Early Literacy. The curriculum prepares students for kindergarten.
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ALICE S. WILLIAMS DAY CARE
Approved

1015 North E Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 438-2325

Director: Hattie Carter
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $11.52
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Circle time (learning letters, colors, shapes, counting, science, singing songs and weekly theme) using story time to learn new words and children will point the letters out. Teacher will read stories to the children, children dictate stories, using pupp
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AMAZING GRACE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL
Approved

6601 North 9th Avenue
Pensacola FL 32504-7345
(850) 505-7735

Director: Amy Onkka
Lead Teacher Credential: BA Education

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/27/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 1PM Before & After Care: 8-9 am Cost: $25/mo
School Readiness Score: 266 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Amazing Grace is a faith based preschool. We provide a quality, loving, caring program for each and every child. Our goals include helping your child grow socially, emotionally, spiritually, intellectually and physically. We offer chapel each week, as
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AVONDALE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Approved

3803 B Patricia Drive
Pensacola FL 32526
(850) 458-7060

Director: Shannon Boone
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $80/wk
School Readiness Score: 288 Curriculum: ELLM, PLUS

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BELLS & BUBBLES CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Approved

2201 Langley Avenue
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 476-8930

Director: Jasima Lyons
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost: $10
VPK Program Ends: 5/17/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:45 am TO 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: High Reach Learning & Mother Goose
Your child will develop independence, social/emotional growth, language skills, literacy awareness, physical development and confidence. The goal is to assist each child to reach the fullest potential of his/her foundation for learning.
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BEULAH'S PRE-K & LEARNING CENTER
Approved

1505 West Avery Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 435-6943

Director: Carolyn Dees
Lead Teacher Credential: AS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9AM to 12Noon OR 2PM to 5PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 226 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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BLESSED STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Approved

9151 North Davis Highway
Pensacola FL 32514-5844
(850) 476-9208

Director: Olivia Chen
Lead Teacher Credential: MS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 266 Curriculum: Montessori

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BLUE ANGEL EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Approved

10271 Sorrento Road
Pensacola FL 32507
(850)456-9501

Director: Nina Wood
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/3/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: $3.50/wk
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM or 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 251 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Full childcare services along with accredited pre-school and school age programs.
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C.E.Y.'s - BARRANCAS CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Approved

3425 Barrancas Avenue
Pensacola FL 32507
(850) 458-6000

Director: Shanna Robinson
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost: None
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $94.50/wk
School Readiness Score: 251 Curriculum: High Reach

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CAMP FIRE USA - CENTURY YOUTH LEARNING CENTER
Approved

6031 Industrial Boulevard
Century FL 32535
(850) 256-0953

Director: Pam Townson
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $62/PBT
School Readiness Score: 280 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum & Campfire
We believe that all children are very unique and special in their own way. We promote social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development. We expand and enrich children's language skills. We provide a rich learning environment to develop a positi
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CAMP FIRE USA - PJC CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Approved

1000 College Boulevard, Bldg. 24
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 484-1521

Director: Rebecca Ricks
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: snack
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 250 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Conveniently located on the Pensacola Junior College campus. We offer a variety of learning centers specifically designed to prepare the children for Kindergarten. Morning snack is provided. Wrap around care is available for an affordable cost.
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CAPSTONE ACADEMY
Approved

4901 West Fairfield Drive
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 458-PREK

Director: Thomas Harrell
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Chart Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/20/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: No Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 250 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Our program is designed to develop strong readiness skills for kindergarten. Children learn through play, music, art and other activities which are simply a lot of fun!
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - NAS PENSACOLA
Approved

710 Moffett Road, Bldg 3634, NAS
Pensacola FL 32508
(850) 452-2211

Director: Katherine James
Lead Teacher Credential: AA Degree

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 9/8/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/19/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 235 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
We currently provide 2 VPK Classrooms from 8:30 am - 12:00 noon. Lunch is included. Drop-in care and after care is provided if available. VPK is free, the cost is $3.00 per hour for hourly care and full-time after care is based on total family income.
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CHILD DISCOVERY CENTER OF FIRST PRESBYTERIAN
Approved

33 East Gregory Street
Pensacola FL 32502-4836
(850) 433-2463

Director: Lori Winterberry
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/2/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: Breakfast
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 267 Curriculum: High Reach & Creative
Accredited, Gold Seal, breakfast provided, before and after care available, computers in classrooms, children learn through play and exploration
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CHILDCARE NETWORK - DAVIS #42
Approved

8570 North Davis Highway
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 476-5369

Director: Sarah Borszich
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8-11AM OR 2-5PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 230 Curriculum: High Reach & Creative Curriculum

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CHILDCARE NETWORK - FAIRFIELD #113
Approved

7525 West Fairfield Drive
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 455-4864

Director: Sherri Wood
Lead Teacher Credential: BS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: Wraparound only
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 253 Curriculum: High Reach

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CHILDCARE NETWORK - LANGLEY #112
Approved

2406 Langley Avenue
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 477-1451

Director: Dale Kalb
Lead Teacher Credential: BS, FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/1/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/14/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 261 Curriculum: Beyond Centers and Circle Time, Creative Curriculum

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CHILDCARE NETWORK - MICHIGAN #111
Approved

2623 West Michigan Avenue
Pensacola FL 32526
(850) 944-5491

Director: Gena Godwin
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM or 2 PM to 5 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: variable
School Readiness Score: 239 Curriculum: High Reach

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CHILDCARE NETWORK - PALAFOX #141
Approved

9608 North Palafox Street
Pensacola FL 32534
(850) 472-1010

Director: Genevieve Marvulli
Lead Teacher Credential: AA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/31/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 244 Curriculum: High Reach
Childcare Network provides a safe learning environment where children learn through hands on experiences that are not only fun but educational. We work hard to meet the developmental needs of all our children. Laughing loving Learning at Childcare Netwo
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COKESBURY CHILDREN'S CENTER
Approved

5725 North 9th Avenue
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 476-5847

Director: Kathy Sonsalla
Lead Teacher Credential: BA Elem. Ed

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 8:45 AM to 11:45 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $400/mo
School Readiness Score: 255 Curriculum: Cokesbury Curriculum

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COME UNTO ME PRESCHOOL
Approved

1818 North "T" Street
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 469-4383

Director: Brenda Dean
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/5/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 250 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Open door policy, hands on for learning, parent participation a must.
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CORRY STATION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Approved

4119 Children's Lane
Pensacola FL 32511
(850) 458-6588

Director: Linda Delaney
Lead Teacher Credential: BA, Nat'l Cert.

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 9/15/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/26/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: Wraparound only
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 266 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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D.T. CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Approved

1780 West Detroit Boulevard
Pensacola FL 32534
(850) 969-1903

Director: Latavia Blunt
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 200 Curriculum: High Reach

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DISCOVERY GATEWAY EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER
Approved

916 East Fairfield Drive
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 434-7755

Director: Kimberly Ellis
Lead Teacher Credential: AA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $100/wk
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Discovery Gateway is an inclusive preschool serving children from the ages of 6 weeks to 5 years of age.
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EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY
Approved

5215 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola FL 32526
(850)453-1199

Director: Julie Green
Lead Teacher Credential: AS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $80/wk
School Readiness Score: 227 Curriculum: ELLM, PLUS

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EAST HILL BAPTIST CHURCH, INC.
Approved

3960 Spanish Trail Road
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 434-6612

Director: Phyllis Hinnant
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $70/wk
School Readiness Score: 289 Curriculum: High Reach
East Hill Baptist Church Day Care provides quality care in a Christian setting. Our VPK program had the third highest ranking in the county last year!
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EAST HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC.

1301 East Gonzalez Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 438-7746 x116

Director: Debbie McArthur
Lead Teacher Credential: BA Early Ed.

Setting: Non-Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/3/2010 Meals: Snack Cost: Lunch purchase for after care
VPK Daily Hours: 8:15 AM to 12:15 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: ACSI Pre-Kindergarten
East Hill Christian School is a non-denominational school committed to educating students k4-12th grade morally, intellectually, and physically, based on the Word of God, in a loving Christian environment. We are accredited by the Association of Christian
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ECSD - ALLIE YNIESTRA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Approved

2315 West Jackson Street
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 595-1535

Director: Sheree Cagle
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 232 Curriculum: Houghton Mifflin Pre-k, HighScope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ECSD - BRATT ELEMENTARY
Approved

5721 Highway 99
Century FL 32535
(850) 327-6137

Director: Sheryl Pomeroy
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: neighborhood onlly Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 180 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum/Doors To Discovery, High Scope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ECSD - ENSLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Approved

510 East Johnson Avenue
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 494-5600

Director: Patricia McElfresh
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 196 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum/Doors To Discovery, High Scope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ECSD - HALLMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Approved

115 South "E" Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 595-6950

Director: Shereé Cagle
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 192 Curriculum: Houghton Mifflin Pre-k, HighScope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ECSD - MCMILLAN COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER
Approved

1403 St. Joseph Avenue
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 595-6910

Director: Dr. Patrice Moody
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 237 Curriculum: Houghton Mifflin Pre-k, HighScope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ECSD - MCMILLAN FRAME LEARNING CENTER
Approved

1403 St. Joseph Avenue
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 595-6913

Director: Linda Harris
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 244 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum/Doors To Discovery, High Scope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ECSD - MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Approved

820 Massachusetts Avenue
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 595-6969

Director: Dr. Debra Malishan
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 272 Curriculum: Houghton Mifflin Pre-k, HighScope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ECSD - OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Approved

1820 Hollywood Boulevard
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 595-6980

Director: Denny Wilson
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 186 Curriculum: Houghton Mifflin Pre-k, HighScope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ECSD - SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Approved

1250 Texar Drive
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 595-6975

Director: Ann Smith
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 227 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum/Doors To Discovery, High Scope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ECSD - SID NELSON COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER
Approved

648 Muscogee Road
Cantonment FL 32533
(850) 937-2280

Director: Dr. Patrice Moody
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 249 Curriculum: Houghton Mifflin Pre-k, HighScope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ECSD - SPENCER BIBBS ELEMENTARY
Approved

2005 North 6th Avenue
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 595-6875

Director: Debra Simpkins
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 234 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum/Doors To Discovery, High Scope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ECSD - WARRINGTON ELEMENTARY
Approved

220 North Navy Bouelvard
Pensacola FL 32507
(850) 453-7425

Director: Peggy Tucker
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 2 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 258 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum/Doors To Discovery, High Scope
The Pre-K Program provides opportunities for children to: improve in their social, intellectual, physical and emotional development prior to entering kindergarten; develop independence, and a better self-image, learn skills which will build for future sch
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ENGLEWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH EARLY EDUCATION
Approved

1240 West Scott Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 434-1998

Director: Carolyn White
Lead Teacher Credential: BS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost: $10/wk
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: Variable
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $5/hr
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Our high quality program is dedicated toward the growth and learning of children. Our Creative Curriculum emphasizes developmentally appropriate practices for ages from Infants to afterschool students. We focus on all aspects for children from the arts
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ENSLEY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Approved

8497 North Palafox Street
Pensacola FL 32534
(850)471-0713

Director: Rena Files
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/8/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/7/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Bright from the Start/Get Ready for School
To equipp the children with early learning tools. The children will have the opportunity to identify letters, numbers, colors, shapes, opposites & writing. Math, science, language, social, & reading skills will be enhanced with every child. They will h
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ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - GIBSON CENTER
Approved

710 North "C" Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 432-2992 x446

Director: Brenda Harper
Lead Teacher Credential: BS

Setting: Head Start coop Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM or 2 PM to 3:30 PM Before & After Care: No Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 222 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum, Doors to Discovery & Handwriting Without Tears
Head Start is a federally funded program that promotes social/emotional, motor, cognitive and language skill development. Heatlth, nutrition and social services are also provided. Special focus is placed on early reading and early math skills.
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ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - MYRTLE GROVE
Approved

5406 Lillian Highway
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 455-4888

Director: Tammy Warren
Lead Teacher Credential: BS

Setting: Head Start coop Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM or 2 PM to 3:30 PM Before & After Care: No Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum, Doors to Discovery & Handwriting Without Tears
Head Start is a federally funded program that promotes social/emotional, motor, cognitive and language skill development. Heatlth, nutrition and social services are also provided. Special focus is placed on early reading and early math skills.
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ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - OAKCREST CENTER
Approved

1820 Hollywood Boulvard
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 432-2992

Director: Diane Harvey
Lead Teacher Credential: BS

Setting: Head Start coop Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM or 2 PM to 3:30 PM Before & After Care: No Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 254 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum, Doors to Discovery & Handwriting Without Tears
Head Start is a federally funded program that promotes social/emotional, motor, cognitive and language skill development. Heatlth, nutrition and social services are also provided. Special focus is placed on early reading and early math skills.
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ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - SHERWOOD
Approved

501 Cherokee Trail
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 432-2992 x446

Director: 
Lead Teacher Credential: BS

Setting: Head Start coop Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM or 2 PM to 3:30 PM Before & After Care: No Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum, Doors to Discovery & Handwriting Without Tears
Head Start is a federally funded program that promotes social/emotional, motor, cognitive and language skill development. Heatlth, nutrition and social services are also provided. Special focus is placed on early reading and early math skills.
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FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Approved

3755 North Pace Boulevard
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 444-9499

Director: Deborah Forney
Lead Teacher Credential: AS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75/wk
School Readiness Score: 240 Curriculum: High Reach
Clean safe, Christian, learning environment. Advance physical and intellectual competence. Support emotional development and to provide positive guidance. Establish positive and productive relationships with families.
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FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN PRE-SCHOOL
Approved

500 North Palafox Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 433-0063

Director: Courtney Lurton
Lead Teacher Credential: AS, MA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/26/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 1 PM Before & After Care: No Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 288 Curriculum: WEE Learn & Creative
FBCCP is a faith-based program whose goal is to develop the whole child mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually, & socially. Just as Jesus did- Luke 2:52. Our play environment acts as a stage for children to learn through exploration.
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FIRST UNITED METHODIST - NOAH' ARK
Approved

6 East Wright Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 438-3508

Director: Denise Kirby
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/31/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/27/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12:15 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $70/wk
School Readiness Score: 287 Curriculum: First United Methodist
The LEP staff's goal is to assist each child to reach the fullest potential of his/her capabiility at their particular point in growth and to build an excellent foundation for learning. The curriculum is planned with monthy themes and will provide music,
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FIVE STAR ACADEMY - CANTONMENT
Approved

418 North Highway 29
Cantonment FL 32533
(850) 937-9330

Director: Sheila McMillion
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/31/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/11/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: High Reach

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FRIENDS LEARNING CENTER
Approved

1700 B West Jackson Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 439-0045

Director: Cynthia Penn
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/29/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $12
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: High Reach
Circle time using cognitive development (recognize letters, colors, numbers, shapes, sing songs. Physical, social, and emotional development. Small/large group creative play, discovery through play, art activities.
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GATEWAY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL
Approved

245 Brent Lane
Pensacola FL 32503-2204
(850) 476-4466

Director: Barbara Deem
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 1 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $5/hr
School Readiness Score: 268 Curriculum: We Care
We are a faith based center. We provide a loving, safe, Christian environment where we offer a wide variety of experiences for children. We believe that children learn through play.
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GONZALEZ UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Approved

.2026 Pauline Street
Pensacola FL 32533
(850) 968-6245

Director: Tamela Hicks
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: $3
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $330/mo
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum & the Bible
We are a small center staffed with loving, Christian teachers. Our center is a ministry of Gonzalez United Methodist Church. We seek to provide an atmosphere that stimulates learning through play, exploration, self expression, observation, problem solvi
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HARVEST LEARNING CENTER
Approved

215 Herman Street
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 436-6648

Director: Sandra Bloodworth
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: WEE Learn

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IN HIS NAME CHILD CARE
Approved

202 Baird Street
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 477-2243

Director: Valerie Reed
Lead Teacher Credential: AS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/19/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: TBA Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 280 Curriculum: Beyond Centers and Circle Time
Children learn best by doing what they do best "PLAYING" in a safe, happy but mosf of all "LOVING" environment. Come learn, work & play with us. Our curriculum is based on the latest brain research theories, with conclusive evidence that proves that chi
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JAMISON STREET PRESCHOOL
Approved

20 Jamison Street
Pensacola FL 32507
(850) 453-5575

Director: Peggy Steward
Lead Teacher Credential: Montessori

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals: Snack Cost: Lunch purchase for after care
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $80/wk
School Readiness Score: 266 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Children are given the opportunity to participate in a wide range of experiences from which they grow. It is our belief that such experiences must be provided in a supportive and nurturing environment, be child oriented, be hands-on in approach, and allo
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JUBILEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Approved

5910 N "W" Street
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 494-2477

Director: Daniel
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Non-Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: $3.50
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11:15 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 252 Curriculum: WEE Learn
Our teachers provide a safe, loving environment for children to grow and learn. The learning environment is dynamic, focused and creative. Our mission is to prepare children intellectually, spiritually and physically to be leaders in both Christian and
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KID'S EXPRESS
Approved

1201 West GOVERNMENT STREET
Pensacola FL 32502
850-438-4901

Director: Kathryn Streeter
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Kids Express is geared towards Early Education emphasizing on a stronger, brighter future.
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KIDDIE KORRAL CHILDCARE CENTER
Approved

8751 University Parkway
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 477-1771

Director: Vernadine Gordon
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: Lunch
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 267 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Kiddie Korral Childcare is a Christian childcare center. Our caregivers are thoroughly screened and trained to ensure that your child receives quality care in a safe environment. We combine a variety of materials and resources in our program, promoting pr
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KIDS KLUB LEARNING CENTER
Approved

8350 North Davis Highway
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 478-7090

Director: Jeanie Moore
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:15AM to 11:15AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 235 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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KIDS PLACE LEARNING CENTER
Approved

9490 Pensacola Boulevard
Pensacola FL 32534
(850) 473-8912

Director: Carrie Nelson Griffith
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75
School Readiness Score: 233 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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KIDSMART LEARNING CENTER
Approved

313 North New Warrington Road
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 455-5580

Director: Cynthia Fray
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/14/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/20/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
We strive to be a "Home Away From Home" for children enrolled in our programs. Our center's philosophy is to provide your child with power to achieve their highest potential. Our goal also is to provide a center where parents feel confident that their c
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KIDZ ACADEMY
Approved

204 N New Warrington Road
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 458-8551

Director: Diane Kenny
Lead Teacher Credential: AS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: High Reach
At Kidz Academy your child will enter into a classroom experience that will challenge, stimulate, and engage their minds and bodies to learn. Our goal is to prepare your sons and daughters to enjoy learning new things and preparing them for the next step
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KINDERWORLD, INC.
Approved

2000 Toni Street
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 477-7080

Director: Margaret Carter
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/30/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: Lunch
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 252 Curriculum: High Reach with Beyond Cienters and Circle Time
Our VPK program is fun, structured, and organized. Our teachers provide a safe, fun and loving atmosphere so that your child can achieve his/her best. Feel free to stop by and see our facility and meet our staff.
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KNOWLEDGE AND FUN LEARNING CENTER, LLC
Approved

596 North Fairfield Drive
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 456-4133

Director: Karen Hodgson
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/2/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 264 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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LA PETITE ACADEMY
Approved

9601 Pickwood Drive
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 478-6772

Director: Barbara Brown
Lead Teacher Credential: BA, FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: included in before/after care
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 240 Curriculum:  

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LITTLE RASKALS
Approved

2525 N. Tarragona St.
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 469-4690

Director: Nachanda Reese
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/2/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $50
School Readiness Score: 300 Curriculum: High Reach
The primary goal of Little Raskals Child Development Center is to provide a loving atmosphere where we nurture the child's self confidence, by combining a variety of physical, intellectual, and social skills.
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LITTLE WHISPERS LEARNING CENTER, LLC
Approved

3785 East Olive Road
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 477-2773

Director: Patrina Moye
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends:   Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 231 Curriculum: High Reach
High Reach learning helps build language, math, social skills and motor skills. This program also offers experimentation and exploration for kids to build higher thinking level. Children gain independence and self confidence with their growing abilities
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MALENA'S MINI SCHOOL #1 - PENSCOLA BOULEVARD
Approved

9318 North Pensacola Boulevard
Pensacola FL 32534
(850) 478-5733

Director: Malena Moorehouse
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC or higher

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: included in before/after care
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $95/wk
School Readiness Score: 265 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum & Malena's Phonics
Malena?s offers a structured program with emphasis on literacy. Our graduates are strong on alphabet identification and phonemic awareness. The children are introduced to math skills based on VPK standards and most can count to 100 before entering kinderg
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MALENA'S MINI SCHOOL #2 - PINE FOREST
Approved

7181 Pine Forest Road
Pensacola FL 32526
(850) 944-5140

Director: Celeste Shubert
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC or higher

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: included in before/after care
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $95/wk
School Readiness Score: 283 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum & Malena's Phonics
Malena?s offers a structured program with emphasis on literacy. Our graduates are strong on alphabet identification and phonemic awareness. The children are introduced to math skills based on VPK standards and most can count to 100 before entering kinderg
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MARCUS POINT LEARNING CENTER
Approved

6025 Enterprise Drive
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 475-0444

Director: Ellen Welch
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 89/24/09 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/1/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 240 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum & High Reach

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MISS KATHY'S EARLY LEARNING - JOHNSON AVENUE
Approved

2275 East Johnson Avenue
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 479-6031

Director: Terrie Hayes
Lead Teacher Credential: AS Early Childhood

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: $1
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $80/wk
School Readiness Score: 282 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Scores are in 95% in Escambia County
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MISS KATHY'S PRE-K - CHEMSTRAND ROAD
Approved

8721 Chemstrand Road
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 476-8320

Director: Kathy Sherwin
Lead Teacher Credential: AS Studys

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: $1
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $80/wk
School Readiness Score: 275 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Scores are in 95% in Escambia County
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MYRTLE GROVE BAPTIST PRESCHOOL LEARNING
Approved

5920 Lillian Highway
Pensacola FL 32506-4044
(850) 455-3352

Director: Mary Richmond
Lead Teacher Credential: BS, FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 264 Curriculum: WEE Learn

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New Vision CDC
Approved

1090 W. Michigan Ave
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 438-1275

Director: Samantha Hill
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Non-Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 10/13/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/20/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: ** Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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NORTH DAVIS BAPTIST CHILDCARE
Approved

2900 North Davis Street
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 432-4175

Director: Brenda Watts
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
We offer quality learning; we have fun while we learn. The children become confident and independent. They are developed Physically, Intellectually, Socially and Emotionally. Our program is structured and organized. Our teachers are educated and exper
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PLAY TYME DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER
Approved

1204 Creighton Road
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 473-6554

Director: Kelley Foster
Lead Teacher Credential: AS, AA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $10
School Readiness Score: 200 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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SAFE HAVEN CHILD DEVELOPMENT 2
Approved

715 Mills Avenue
Pensacola FL 32507
(850) 607-2600

Director: Sakinah Hayes
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/2/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Our goal at Safe Haven Child Development Center is to provide a loving, fun and educational experience that would allow each child to reach their highest potential. We believe that each child has special qualities that will help enrich our program and st
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SAND CASTLE ACADEMY
Approved

4000 North Palafox Street
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 435-8888

Director: Kerry Kust
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost: $8/wk
VPK Program Ends: 5/29/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $50/$75
School Readiness Score: ** Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Caring, qualified staff. Wrap-around care. Meals included for free. Transportation and extended hours available.
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SCENIC PRESCHOOL
Approved

945 Scenic Highway
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 438-2692

Director: Ruby Gunn
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/26/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 to 12:30 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 276 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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SEVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
Approved

400 South Alcaniz Street
Pensacola FL 32502
(850) 439-2984

Director: Christina Moon
Lead Teacher Credential: NECC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/21/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/24/2010 Meals: No Cost: Snacks only
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Montessori

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SMALL WORLD KINDERGARTEN, INC.
Approved

5530 West Jackson Street
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 455-7526

Director: Emy Lou Bennett
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $95/wk
School Readiness Score: 258 Curriculum: Creative Curric. & Small World's Curric.
We believe learning should be fun. We incorperate the domains from the VPK Standards with Creative Curriculum and Small World's own curriculum to achieve the best practices for children to learn. We also, provide a safe, loving and happy atmosphere for
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ST. CHRISTOPHER'S PRESCHOOL
Approved

3200 North 12th Avenue
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 434-0986

Director: Christi Stewart
Lead Teacher Credential: B.S. Early Childhood Ed

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 268 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Providing learning opportunities in an environment designed to foster developmentally appropriate skills, promote literacy and math readiness and social-emotional development.
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ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Approved

325 S. Navy Blvd.
Pensacola FL 32507
(850) 456-5218

Director: Sister Isabel Garza, FMA
Lead Teacher Credential: MA

Setting: Non-Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 11 or 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 300 Curriculum: Diocese of Pensacola/Tallahassee
We believe that all students should have a sense of belonging that leads to caring for the community through spiritual intellectual, personal, physical, and social growth. Our VPK students tested at 100% in Escambia County.
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ST. PAUL LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL
Approved

4600 North 9th Avenue
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 438-3805

Director: Monica Moore
Lead Teacher Credential: AA, BS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/2/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/29/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: $3.00
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 1 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 283 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
We offer children a fun, hands on VPK day. They learn to love going to school and become confident and independent. Students are sad to leave our secure and loving environment, but they are ready to go on to kindergarten!
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ST. PAUL'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Approved

3121 Hyde Park Road
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 436-6435

Director: Louise S. West
Lead Teacher Credential: Masters

Setting: Non-Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $8/dy
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: High Scope & Super Kids
Our program focuses on each child in a faith filled environment which supports the parent. Each child will have the opportunity to succeed with literacy standards in a developmentally appropriate program.
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SUNSHINE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Approved

1905 West Bobe Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 549-3163

Director: Javana Rome
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum, High Reach, High Scope

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THE ROCK CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Approved

1171 North "F" Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 433-9476

Director: Rebecca Morton
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: ? Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/13/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 174 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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TODDLER TECH
Approved

4508 Twin Oaks Drive
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 457-7676

Director: Loretta Richardson
Lead Teacher Credential: BS Elem. Ed.

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: $2 DAILY
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75-$85
School Readiness Score: 257 Curriculum: High Reach
Our main goal is developing each child socially and emotionally while assisting parents to expand their thinking and learning skills: Through stories, drama, science, social studies, math, computerized review of skills, as well as other language experienc
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TREEHOUSE LEARNING
Approved

3912 Barrancas Avenue
Pensacola FL 32507
(850) 453-4598

Director: Roselyn Sukal
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $80/wk
School Readiness Score: 251 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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TRINITY LEARNING CENTER
Approved

3400 Bayou Boulevard
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 435-7829

Director: AnnaKay Shirah
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $325/mo
School Readiness Score: 263 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
TLC provides a hands-on learning environment with developmentally appropriate activities in keeping with the VPK standards. Our classrooms are designed for the children to work at their own pace and to feel successful. Trinity's teachers are devoted to
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UWF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Approved

11000 University Parkway Bldg 99
Pensacola FL 32514-5750
(850) 474-2195

Director: Cyntha Watson
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 5/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/30/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 246 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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VICTORIA'S EARLY LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT CENTER II
Approved

9111 Sturdevant Street, Suite B
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 475-5805

Director: Victoria Francis
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: Yes Cost: $2/day
VPK Program Ends: 5/28/2010 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75/wk
School Readiness Score: 272 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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WEE CHILDREN, WEST PENSACOLA BAPTIST CHURCH
Approved

5213 West Jackson Street
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 456-9828

Director: Debra Denney
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/4/2010 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 210 Curriculum: WEE Learn & Creative
Christian preschool accredited thru ACSI Association of Christian Schools International offering a Christian curriculum intertwined with Creative Curriculum to cover all domains of physical, cognitive, spiritual and emotional learning. Chapel every Wedne
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WEE KARE ACADEMY
Approved

2901 North 12th Avenue
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 432-4990

Director: Brenda Hardy
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2009 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends:   Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: see school
School Readiness Score: 254 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
We have a very strong program with committed teachers. We backup each learning activity with field trips. We enjoy all parents help in off-site activities.
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