20010-2011 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, 2005 to Sept. 1, 2006

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 ACADEMYFIVE STAR ACADEMY - CANTONMENT
ADORABLE TOTS PRESCHOOLFREDDIE G. KING EARLY LEARNING CENTER
ADORING ADDITION PRE-KFRIENDS LEARNING CENTER
ALICE S. WILLIAMS DAY CAREGATEWAY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL
AMAZING GRACE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOLGlobal Learning Center
ANDREA GRACE - LFCCHGONZALEZ UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
AVONDALE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERHARVEST LEARNING CENTER
BELLS & BUBBLES CHILD DEVELOPMENTIN HIS NAME CHILD CARE
BEULAH'S PRE-K & LEARNING CENTERJAMISON STREET PRESCHOOL
BLESSED STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLJUBILEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
BLUE ANGEL EARLY LEARNING CENTERJust 4 Us Kids
BRITE START LEARNING AND CHILD CARE CENTERKID SMART
C.E.Y.'s - BARRANCAS CHILD DEVELOPMENTKID'S EXPRESS
CAMP FIRE USA - CENTURY YOUTH LEARNING CENTERKIDDIE KORRAL CHILDCARE CENTER
CAMP FIRE USA - PSC CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERKids Express
CAPSTONE ACADEMYKIDS KLUB LEARNING CENTER
CARDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (CORPORATE NAME: TRIPLE D'S LEARNING COMPLEX, INC.KIDS PLACE LEARNING CENTER
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - NAS PENSACOLAKIDSMART LEARNING CENTER
CHILD DISCOVERY CENTER OF FIRST PRESBYTERIANKIDZ ACADEMY
CHILDCARE NETWORK - DAVIS #42Kidz Korner
CHILDCARE NETWORK - FAIRFIELD #113KINDERWORLD, INC.
CHILDCARE NETWORK - LANGLEY #112KNOWLEDGE AND FUN LEARNING CENTER, LLC
CHILDCARE NETWORK - MICHIGAN #111LA PETITE ACADEMY
CHILDCARE NETWORK - PALAFOX #141LEGENDARY KIDS
CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTERLittle Flower
COKESBURY CHILDREN'S CENTERLITTLE RASKALS
COME UNTO ME PRESCHOOLLITTLE RED SCHOOL HOUSE, LLC Previous Little Whispers
CORRY STATION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERMALENA'S MINI SCHOOL #1 - PENSACOLA BOULEVARD
CREATIVE MINDS CHILD DEVELOPMENT MALENA'S MINI SCHOOL #2 - PINE FOREST
D.T. CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERMARCUS POINT LEARNING CENTER
EARLY LEARNING ACADEMYMISS KATHY'S EARLY LEARNING - JOHNSON AVENUE
EAST HILL BAPTIST CHURCH, INC.MISS KATHY'S PRE-K - CHEMSTRAND ROAD
EAST HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC.MYRTLE GROVE BAPTIST PRESCHOOL LEARNING
ECSD - ALLIE YNIESTRA ELEMENTARY SCHOOLNEW VISION CDC
ECSD - BRATT ELEMENTARYNORTH DAVIS BAPTIST CHILDCARE
ECSD - ENSLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLPLAY TYME DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER
ECSD - HALLMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOLPRECIOUS LIL ANGELS LEARNING CENTER INC
ECSD - LINCOLN PARK VPKRock Child Development Center
ECSD - MCMILLAN COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERSACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL
ECSD - MCMILLAN FRAME LEARNING CENTERSAFE HAVEN CHILD DEVELOPMENT 2
ECSD - MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSAND CASTLE ACADEMY
ECSD - OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSCENIC PRESCHOOL
ECSD - SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOLScholars Academy, Inc.
ECSD - SPENCER BIBBS ELEMENTARYSEVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
ECSD - WARRINGTON ELEMENTARYSMALL WORLD KINDERGARTEN, INC.
ECSD- Global Learning AcademySmart 1's Learning Center
ECSD- Jim Allen Elementary VPKST. CHRISTOPHER'S PRESCHOOL
ECSD- Molino Park Elementary VPK ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL
ECSD- O.J.Semmes VPKST. PAUL LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL
ECSD- West Pensacola Elementary VPKST. PAUL'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL
ENGLEWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH EARLY EDUCATIONSUNSHINE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
ENSLEY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERThe Angels at Peace
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - GIBSON CENTERTODDLER TECH
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - MYRTLE GROVETREEHOUSE LEARNING
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - OAKCREST CENTERTRINITY LEARNING CENTER
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - SHERWOOD UWF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMYVICTORIA'S EARLY LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT CENTER II
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN PRE-SCHOOLVICTORIA'S EARLY LEARNING/ DEV CENTER #1
FIRST UNITED METHODIST - NOAH'S ARKWEE CHILDREN, WEST PENSACOLA BAPTIST CHURCH
First United Methodist--L.E.P.WEE 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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: yes Cost: variable
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: Variable
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: variable
School Readiness Score: 122 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
To enhance every child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Staff to child ratio is 2:20
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ADORABLE TOTS PRESCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Sharufa Mims
Lead Teacher Credential: MA Early Child. Dev.

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost: Variable
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: Variable
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 172 Curriculum: DLM and Creative Curriculum
Adorable Tots Preschool is a program that has a structured curriculum during the morning. After lunch and nap the program acts as a daycare center. We are dedicated to making children learn all that they are ready for and develop more fully the love for learning that will last a lifetime. We are proud of our accomplishments and invite you to come in and look att us closely. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 160 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. Staff to child ration is 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/31/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: included
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $11.52
School Readiness Score: 160 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 puppets. Staff to child ratio is 1:11.
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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: 8/29/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/22/2012 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 1PM Before & After Care: 8-9 am & 1-2 pm Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 179 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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ANDREA GRACE - LFCCH
Approved

8146 IMPERIAL DR
PENSACOLA FL 32506

Director: Andrea Grace
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Family Child Care Home Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/2011 Transportation: 0 Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/16/2012 Meals: 0 Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00- 12:00 Before & After Care: 0 Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to child ratio 1:11 or 2:20
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/27/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75/wk
School Readiness Score: 170 Curriculum: ELLMPlus
We offer a literacy program incorporating the ELLMPLus into our Creative Curriculum. The Florida Institute of Education at the University of North Florida developed the ELLMP. We offer complimentary breakfast at 8:00 and transportation to those in need in our areal Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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BELLS & BUBBLES CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Approved

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

Director: Juantesha McCreary
Lead Teacher Credential: AS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost: variable
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00-12:00 Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $65/wk
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: High Reach Learning
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. Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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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, FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: free
VPK Daily Hours: 9AM to 12Noon OR 2PM to 5PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 154 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
High quality accredited, fun-filled environment with emphasis on early literacy skills, readiness skills. Also incorporated in our program is a top-rated phonic program and computer skills. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: MA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/25/2012 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:15-12:15 Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 175 Curriculum: Montessori
Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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BLUE ANGEL EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Approved

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

Director: Stephanie Lynch
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/20/2012 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00-11:30 or 8:30-12:00 Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $90/wk
School Readiness Score: 188 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Full childcare services along with accredited pre-school and school age programs. Our Center is accredited by APPLE, open since 1993. Before & after school programs with transport to and from Helen Caro Elem, Blue Angel Elem, and Pleasant Grove Elem. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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BRITE START LEARNING AND CHILD CARE CENTER
Approved

5000 Mobile Highway Suite 9
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 457-0096

Director: Victoria Jordan
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/31/12 Meals: Yes Cost: $20/wk
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $70 FT/ $60 PT
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
We provide a very safe, lovable, kind, fun, and creative environment where the children will learn doing hands on activities and learn from each other. Meals will be available after VPK hours from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM. Staff to child ratio is 2:20 or 1:11.
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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: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/24/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost: None
VPK Program Ends: 6/3/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00- 12:00 Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $94.50/wk
School Readiness Score: 139 Curriculum: High Reach
Our VPK program will help the four year old children achieve the skills of the Florida VPK Standards. We will focus on the seven areas of development, such as: physical health, approaches to learning, social and emotional development, language and communication, emergent literacy, and cognitive development and general knowledge. Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $62/wk
School Readiness Score: 187 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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CAMP FIRE USA - PSC 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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: snack
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk or $8/hr
School Readiness Score: 172 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Conveniently located on the Pensacola Junior College campus. We offer outside play, snacks, Wee Read, science, math, parent involvement activities, daily reading, and writing. We operate under the open door policy. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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CAPSTONE ACADEMY
Approved

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

Director: Nancy Wolfe
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Charter Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/10/2012 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: No Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 157 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
High quality voluntary pre-kindergarten program designed and implemented to engage children in early learning activity that will prepare them to enter kindergarten ready to learn. Staff to child ratio is 1:11.
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CARDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (CORPORATE NAME: TRIPLE D'S LEARNING COMPLEX, INC.
Approved

3290 Bauer Road
Pensacola FL 32506

Director: Angela Nicholas
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Child Care Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: no Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/25/2012 Meals: no Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30-12:00 or 1:00-4:30 Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $94/wk
School Readiness Score: 177 Curriculum: Carden Method
Carden Christian Academy uses the Carden Method to promote independence and critical thinking skills. Our program includes Bible, art, music, French literature, PE, centers, reading and writing. Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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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: 9/6/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/17/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: lunch/free
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: drop in on space available, $5/hr
School Readiness Score: 177 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
We provide a high quality educational program for children. Our center fosters a sense of independence, trust, responsibility within each child through understanding, nurturing, and respectful interactions. We are advocates for children and their families. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: Breakfast
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $90/wk
School Readiness Score: 178 Curriculum: High Reach & Creative
Accredited, Gold Seal, stable staff with zero turnover. Center has been open for over 40 years. Downtown and close to I-10. Staff to child ratio is 1:10 or 2:18.
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CHILDCARE NETWORK - DAVIS #42
Approved

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

Director: David Dale Kalb
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: Yes Cost: free
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: Yes Cost: free
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00-12:00 or 2:00-5:30 Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75/wk
School Readiness Score: 136 Curriculum: High Reach & Creative Curriculum
Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/2/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: Wraparound only
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 163 Curriculum: High Reach
Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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CHILDCARE NETWORK - LANGLEY #112
Approved

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

Director: Christine Goodin
Lead Teacher Credential: BS, FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/29/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/12/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 134 Curriculum: Beyond Centers and Circle Time, Creative Curriculum
Our mission at Childcare Network is to provide children with the highest quality early care and education, to serve as a supportive network and resource for families, strengthening the communities we serve, and to work interactively with other responsive networks and services to ensure that high quality preschool education remains progressive, safe, and affordable for all families. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/31/2012 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM or 2 PM to 5 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 152 Curriculum: High Reach
We provide a fun, exciting learning environment by using our High Reach program. We help children develop social and emotional skills while learning and playing. We encourage family participation and have many extra activities for parents to attend with their chilren. We are the working parent's best friend! Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/25/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 182 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 Network. We are the working parent's best friend. Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER
Approved

7979 N. 9TH AVE.
PENSACOLA FL 32514

Director: Maxine Lawson
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Child Care Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: no Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: no Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00-12:00 Before & After Care: yes Cost: $75/wk
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20
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COKESBURY CHILDREN'S CENTER
Approved

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

Director: Elizabeth Ramirez
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCP

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: included
VPK Daily Hours: 8:45 AM to 11:45 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $400/mo
School Readiness Score: 171 Curriculum: Cokesbury Curriculum
Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 138 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
To enhance every child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. To be life-long learners. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: Masters to CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/15/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30-12:00 NOON Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 168 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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CREATIVE MINDS CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Approved

2806 West Michigan Avenue
Pensacola Fl 32526
850-941-4567

Director: Sherry Lauck
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 08/23/10 Transportation: Yes Cost: variable
VPK Program Ends: 06/03/11 Meals: Yes Cost: variable
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $78.25/wk
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Limited spots! Breakfast 7:30 am - 8:30 am. After care available. Please call for more information & prices. We are a 24/7 center. Transportation also available.
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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: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: yes, limited route Cost: variable
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 111 Curriculum: Creative
Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY
Approved

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

Director: Linda McConathy
Lead Teacher Credential: AA degree

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/27/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75/wk
School Readiness Score: 171 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
We offer a literacy program incorporating the ELLMPLus into our Creative Curriculum. The Florida Institute of Education at the University of North Florida developed the ELLMP. We offer complimentary breakfast at 8:00 and transportation to those in need in our areal Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/31/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: included
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $80/wk
School Readiness Score: 189 Curriculum: High Reach
East Hill Baptist Church Day Care provides quality care in a Christian setting. Our VPK program continues to score well with Escambia County. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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EAST HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC.
Approved

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

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

Setting: Non-Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 823/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/22/2012 Meals: yes Cost: variable
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00-12:00 Mon-Thurs Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 189 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. Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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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: 156 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 school success. Staff to child ratio is 2:18.
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ECSD - BRATT ELEMENTARY
Approved

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

Director: Karen Hall
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: yes Cost: Bratt attendance area only
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 163 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 school success. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: yes Cost: Ensley attendance area
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 143 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 school success. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 170 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 school success. Staff to child ratio is 2:18.
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ECSD - LINCOLN PARK VPK


  

Director: Christine Nixon
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes Cost: Lincoln Park attendance area
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care: 0 Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Houghton Mifflin and High Scope
Staff to child ratio is 2:20
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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: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes, limited route Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 154 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 school success. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes, limited route Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 122 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 school success. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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ECSD - MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Dr. Rebecca McBride
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: yes, limited route Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 180 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 schol success. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 8/22/11 Transportation: Yes Cost: Oakcrest attendance area
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: Yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 130 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 school success. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 162 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 school success. Staff to child ratio is 2:18.
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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: 165 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 school success. Staff to child ratio is 2:18.
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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: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes, limited route Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 178 Curriculum: Houghton Mifflin and 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 school success. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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ECSD- Global Learning Academy
Approved

100 N. P Street
Pensacola FL 32505

Director: Dr. Sheree Cagle
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes, limited route Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Houghton Mifflin and High Scope
staff to child ration 1:11 or 2:20
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ECSD- Jim Allen Elementary VPK
Approved

1051 Hwy 95A North
Century FL 32533
850-937-2269

Director: Rachel Watts
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes, limited route Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Houghton Mifflin and High Scope
staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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ECSD- Molino Park Elementary VPK
Approved

899 Hwy 97
Molino F 32577
850-578-5265

Director: Alice Woodward
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes, limited route Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Houghton Mifflin and High Scope
staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20
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ECSD- O.J.Semmes VPK
Approved

1250 Texar Dr
Pensacola FL 32503
850-595-6975

Director: Ann Smith
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes, limited route Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
staff to child ratio 1:11 and 2:20
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ECSD- West Pensacola Elementary VPK
Approved

801 North 49th Ave
Pensacola FL 32507
850-453-7470

Director: Sabrena Cunningham
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes, limited route Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: yes Cost: if student qualifies
VPK Daily Hours:   Before & After Care:   Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
staff to child ratio 1:11 or 2:20
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost: variable
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: Variable
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
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. Staff to child ratio is 1:11.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: yes Cost: $12
VPK Program Ends: 4/13/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: free
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75/wk
School Readiness Score: 186 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - GIBSON CENTER
Approved

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

Director: Vanessa Brooks
Lead Teacher Credential: AS

Setting: Head Start coop Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/8/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM and 1:30-3:00 Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 160 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: AS

Setting: Head Start coop Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/8/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM and 1:30-3:00 Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 140 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: AS

Setting: Head Start coop Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/8/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM and 1:30-3:00 Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 154 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEAD START - SHERWOOD
Approved

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

Director: Cathy Phipps
Lead Teacher Credential: AS

Setting: Head Start coop Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/8/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM and 1:30-3:00 Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 159 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/31/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75/wk
School Readiness Score: 109 Curriculum: High Reach
Great program stresses the basics: Writing, reading, math, phonics, shapes, colors, letter recognition, and social skills. Staff to child ratio is 2:20
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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: 9/6/11 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/31/12 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 1 PM Before & After Care: No Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 182 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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FIRST UNITED METHODIST - NOAH'S ARK
Approved

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

Director: Cathy Potter
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/30/2012 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12:00 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $390/wk
School Readiness Score: 178 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Noah's Ark Learning Center is an extension of the children's programs at First United Methodist Church. We are committed to providing a loving, nurturing environment where the children can grow socially, physically, academically, and spiritually. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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First United Methodist--L.E.P.
Approved


  

Director: Denise Kirby
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Child Care Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/29/2011 Transportation: no Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/25/2012 Meals: no Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00-12:15 Before & After Care: yes Cost: $70/wk
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
LEP is a special place developed using child development principles and creative, hands-on curriculum resources and materials. Instructor to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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FIVE STAR ACADEMY - CANTONMENT
Approved

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

Director: Tammy Gibson
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00-11:00 or 11:30-2:30 Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative
Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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FREDDIE G. KING EARLY LEARNING CENTER

1300 N. GUILLEMARD STREET
PENSACOLA FL 32501

Director: Karen Donson
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:   Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends:   Meals: yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30-12:30 Before & After Care: yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum:  
staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/18/2012 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00-12:15 Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $5/hr
School Readiness Score: 179 Curriculum: Wee 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. We also believe that you must serve the family as a whole in order to meet the needs of the children. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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Global Learning Center
Approved

5215 Saufley Field Rd
Pensacola FL 32526
850-453-1199

Director: Cornel McGee
Lead Teacher Credential: AA degree

Setting: Child Care Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 12/1/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/21/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12:45 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum

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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: $3/day
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $330/mo
School Readiness Score: 171 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 solving, and loving instruction. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: no Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 3/29/2012 Meals: yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30-12:30 Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $70/wk
School Readiness Score: 155 Curriculum: WEE Learn
Harvest Learning Center is a faith based licensed childcare center. We provide an enriched environment for physical, social, emotional, and academic development. Our teachers provide guidance and activities to help each child develop language, pre-reading, prewriting, and other foundational skills appropriate to his/her stage of development. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: no Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/16/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: included
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $55/wk
School Readiness Score: 180 Curriculum: Beyond Centers and Circle Time & Creative Curriculum
We are Christian and educationally friendly. Our curriculu is brain research and theorist based, therefore we allow our children the freedom of being a child (playing) all the while we are preparing them by teaching the basics to suceed in school, yet helping them achieve the higest advancements in life. We help/encourgae them to know that no goal is too high, that you can't reach it, because "thru Christ Jesus, who strenthens you, you can do all things". Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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JAMISON STREET PRESCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Peggy Steward
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Elem/Early Education

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/25/2012 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: 163 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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JUBILEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Approved

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

Director: Isher Bullard
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Non-Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: no Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11:15 AM Before & After Care: yes Cost: $4.50/hr
School Readiness Score: 195 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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Just 4 Us Kids
Approved


  

Director: Sheila McMillion
Lead Teacher Credential: Director's Endorsement

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: no Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: no Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00-11:00 Before & After Care: yes Cost: PT $78/wk, FT $105/wk
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: High Reach
Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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KID SMART
Approved

313 New Warrington Rd
Pensacola FL 32506
850-455-5580

Director: Cynthia Fray
Lead Teacher Credential: Director's

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/20/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/25/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $82/wk
School Readiness Score: 100 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Our program provides comprehensive child development services designed to promote growth and learning for all children in the areas of Emergent Literacy, Language Arts, Creative Art, Reading Readiness, Math, Science, Music, Crafts, Fine/Gross Motor Development, and Cognitive Development. All centered around having fun while learning! Staff to child ratio 1:11 or 2:20.
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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: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: Lunch
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 157 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 preschool education, social and physical skills, thus encouraging balanced growth for the whole child. Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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Kids Express
Approved

1201 W Government St
Pensacola FL 32502
850-438-4901

Director: Sandra J. Andrews
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCP

Setting: Child Care Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00-11:00 Before & After Care: yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Fun, safe, learning environment with certified staff. Before and after care available. Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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KIDS KLUB LEARNING CENTER
Approved

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

Director: Brittany Moore
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: no Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: yes Cost: $5
VPK Daily Hours: 8:15AM to 11:15AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $80/wk
School Readiness Score: 171 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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KIDS PLACE LEARNING CENTER
Approved

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

Director: Nancy Dunn
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/31/2012 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 152 Curriculum: High Reach
Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 08/30/10 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 05/05/11 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 100 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. Staff to child ratio is 1:10.
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KIDZ ACADEMY
Approved

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

Director: Diane Kenny
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Kidz Academy provides an exciting program and learning environment aimed at preparing your child to be ready to learn when entering kindergarten. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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Kidz Korner
Approved

11291 Hwy 97
Walnut Hill FL 32568
850-327-4212

Director: Cathryn Reynolds
Lead Teacher Credential: Director

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30-11:30 Before & After Care: yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: High Reach
Our program offers a hands-on learn-through-play environment, while instilling the 7 VPK domains that are required by the Dept of Education. Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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KINDERWORLD, INC.
Approved

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

Director: Margaret Carter and Terri Horton
Lead Teacher Credential: BA, FCCP NECC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/24/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: Lunch
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 185 Curriculum: High Reach
Kinder World is a great place for your child to get ready for kindergarten success. We offer a wonderful program administered by loving and caring teachers. Your child will be learning both academic and social skills. We have an open door policy, so come by and take a tour and see for yourself what sets us apart. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: AAS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: no Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 170 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/25/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: free
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $87/wk
School Readiness Score: 180 Curriculum: La Petite Journey
Our pre-k program has over 7,500 activities designed to progressively enlighten and challenge children. It also features formal assessments, journals, portfolios, and bi-annual conferences. Learning centers include construction and design, dramatic play, writing, creativity & art, reading & listening, math & manipulatives, and science & sensorial. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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LEGENDARY KIDS
Approved

3564 West Fairfield Drive
Pensacola Fl 32506
850-607-8372

Director: Eboni Singer
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/23/10 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: MAY 2011 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM OR 8:30 AM TO 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $65/wk
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Our goal is to create a fun learning environment for all preschoolers, also to ensure that htey will be kidnergarten ready when it is time for them to start school. We will focus on all developmental areas to ensure that each child is reaching the milestones that they should for their particular age. Staff to child ratio is 2:18.
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Little Flower
Approved

6495 Lillian Hwy
Pensacola FL 32506
850-455-4851

Director: Sr. Barbara Zipoli
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/25/12 Meals: yes Cost: $3.00
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45-11:30 Before & After Care: yes Cost: before $2/hr, after $4/hr
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum:  
staff to child ratio 1:11 or 2:20
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LITTLE RASKALS
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2525 N. Tarragona St.
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 469-4690

Director: Nachanda Reese
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/23/10 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/1/ Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $50
School Readiness Score: 113 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:18.
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LITTLE RED SCHOOL HOUSE, LLC Previous Little Whispers
Approved

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

Director: Euwanna Brown
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes / limited area Cost: See school
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: See school
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 171 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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MALENA'S MINI SCHOOL #1 - PENSACOLA BOULEVARD
Approved

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

Director: Pamela Broughton
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA or higher

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/30/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: included
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12:30 AM Tues-Friday Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $80/wk
School Readiness Score: 179 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
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 kindergarten. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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MALENA'S MINI SCHOOL #2 - PINE FOREST
Approved

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

Director: Christy Stevens
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA or higher

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/30/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: included
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12:30 AM Tues-Friday Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $80/wk
School Readiness Score: 191 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
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 kindergarten. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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MARCUS POINT LEARNING CENTER
Approved

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

Director: Susan French
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: yes-public schools Cost: variable
VPK Program Ends: 5/30/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: variable
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 145 Curriculum: High Reach
Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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MISS KATHY'S EARLY LEARNING - JOHNSON AVENUE
Approved

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

Director: Bonnie Conway
Lead Teacher Credential: Director

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: no Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 175 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Full child care available; Top 5% VPK scores in state; Before and after school care. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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MISS KATHY'S PRE-K - CHEMSTRAND ROAD
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8721 Chemstrand Road
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 476-8320

Director: Kathy Sherwin
Lead Teacher Credential: Director

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $85/wk
School Readiness Score: 194 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Full child care available; Top 5% VPK scores in state; Before and after school care available. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/25/12 Meals:   Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 157 Curriculum: Wee Learn
Sound choices, encouraged by teachers, promote moral and spiritual values. Experienced and dedicated Christian teachers provide educational experiences through a Bible-based, hands-on curriculum designed to address all areas of development. An indoor gym and outdoor playgrounds are available. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 8/23/10 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/2/11 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11:00 AM 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 Brown
Lead Teacher Credential: AS, AA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: variable
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 175 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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PRECIOUS LIL ANGELS LEARNING CENTER INC
Approved

6119 W. JACKSON ST.
PENSACOLA FL 32506
(850) 453-1710

Director: Sheila Primm
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost: variable
VPK Program Ends: 4/30/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: variable
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Precious Lil Angels provides a multitude of experiences for young children to develop physical, social, and intellectual skills. We believe that young children learn best by interacting with adults and peers through direct experiences. Precious Lil Angels provides a safe and nurturing environment regardless of ability, race, age, or religion. Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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Rock Child Development Center
Approved

901 North A St.
Pensacola FL 32501
850-433-9476

Director: Gail Hill
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: yes Cost: variable
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: yes Cost: variable
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
To provide a program that includes active learning and concrete encounters with the world through the word of God, play, and learning experiences. Staff to child ratio 1:11 or 2:20.
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SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Approved

1603 North 12th Ave
Pensacola FL 32503
850-436-6440 x4

Director: Raymond V. Thompson
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: no Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/15/12 Meals: yes Cost: variable
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45-11:00 Before & After Care: yes Cost: $7/day (2:40-5:30)
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum:  
staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20
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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: 8/23/10 Transportation: Yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/31/11 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:30 AM TO 12:30 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 120 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 stimulate the children's learning abilities. Staff to child ratio is 2:18.
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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: 8/24/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost: $10/wk
VPK Program Ends: 6/3/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: included
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $65 part/$90 full
School Readiness Score: 160 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Caring, qualified staff. Wrap-around care. Meals included for free, USDA food program. Transportation and extended hours available. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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SCENIC PRESCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Jackie Cotton
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30-12:30 Before & After Care: yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 189 Curriculum: Creative
We encourage our children to grow in mind and body to reach towards their future with faith in God, others and confidence in themselves. Our chldren leave our center with self-confidence to go into Kindergarten well prepares. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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Scholars Academy, Inc.
Approved

2610 W. Michigan Ave
Pensacola FL 32526
850-944-5580

Director: Deborah Jackson
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Child Care Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes Cost: $15/wk
VPK Program Ends: 4/26/12 Meals: yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30-12:00 Before & After Care: yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum:  
staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20
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SEVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Christina Moon
Lead Teacher Credential: AMI Montessori

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/23/10 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/27/11 Meals: No Cost: Snacks only
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 200 Curriculum: Montessori
Staff to child ratio is 2:18.
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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: 8/23/10 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/3/11 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $95/wk
School Readiness Score: 110 Curriculum: Creative Curric. & Small World's Curric.
Come join us where children are taught age and developmentally appropriate lessons in a nurturing environment by trained teachers. We also work on social skills, gross and fine motor skills every day. Staff to child ratio is 2:18.
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Smart 1's Learning Center
Approved

715 Mills Ave
Pensacola FL 32507
850-453-9000

Director: Sakinah Hayes
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Child Care Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes Cost: $20/wk gas fee
VPK Program Ends: 5/31/12 Meals: yes Cost: none
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: yes Cost: $65/wk
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Our VPK program promotes independence, social skills, hands-on activities with a curriculum that allows room for creativity. The learning activities that the children engage in will prepare them to be kindergarten ready. Staff to child ratio 1:11 or 2:20. Meals will be provided after VPK hours from 11:15-12:00.
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ST. CHRISTOPHER'S PRESCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Debra Denney
Lead Teacher Credential: B.A. Early Childhood Eduacation

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 167 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Providing learning opportunities in an environment designed to foster developmentally appropriate skills, promote literacy and math readiness and social-emotional development. We offer music, Stretch-N-Grow, art, outside play, and much more. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Teresa Berger or Ann Williams
Lead Teacher Credential: MA

Setting: Non-Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/25/12 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45 AM to 11:45 Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 200 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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, FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/25/2012 Meals: Yes (Monday and Thurs) Cost: $3.00
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 1 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 196 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
St Paul Lutheran Preschool is a fun, loving, and developmentally appropriate environment where children learn to love going to school. Creative and dedicated teachers present a place where the children are taught to be independent and are offered stimulating activities each day. The curriculum includes enriching activities such as Chapel, German, Yoga, and Visiting Musicians. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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ST. PAUL'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Lorelei Darga
Lead Teacher Credential: B.A.

Setting: Non-Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/25/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00-11:30 Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 200 Curriculum: High Scope & Super Kids
An enriching program designed to meet children's developmental needs socially, physically, intellectually, and emotionally. The curriculum enables children to explore, understand, create and experience new ideas and concepts. It offers children a hands-on approach to learning many skills such as language, pre-reading, math, science, art, etc. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 100 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum, High Reach, High Scope
Staff to child ratio is 2:18.
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The Angels at Peace
Approved

1507 E Moreno St
Pensacola FL 32503
850-433-7995

Director: Debrina Lott/ Juanita Williams
Lead Teacher Credential: Director's

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes Cost: w/i a 5 mile radius
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: yes Cost: free
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: yes Cost: free until 3:30
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/24/2012 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8 AM to 11 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75/wk
School Readiness Score: 190 Curriculum: High Reach
Toddler Tech will ensure the teacher, parent, and students are aware of the skills covered each quarter. We continue to have an open door policy to all adults involved in our VPK program. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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TREEHOUSE LEARNING
Approved

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

Director: Roselyn Sukal
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $95/wk
School Readiness Score: 159 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $325/mo
School Readiness Score: 181 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 lovingly preparing our children for kindergarten cognitively, emotionally, and socially. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: 8/22/2011 Transportation: n/a Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/4/2012 Meals: n/a Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: n/a Cost:  
School Readiness Score: 180 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Developmentally appropriate early education experience. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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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: Director's

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: Yes Cost: variable
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/2012 Meals:   Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 9 AM to 12 Noon Before & After Care: yes Cost: Variable
School Readiness Score: 173 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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VICTORIA'S EARLY LEARNING/ DEV CENTER #1
Approved

2555 N. "Y" ST
PENSACOLA FL 32505

Director: Victoria Francis
Lead Teacher Credential: Director's

Setting: Child Care Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/11 Transportation: yes Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/1/12 Meals: 0 Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00-12:00 Before & After Care: yes Cost:  
School Readiness Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20
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WEE CHILDREN, WEST PENSACOLA BAPTIST CHURCH
Approved

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

Director: Sharon Collins
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 6/8/2012 Meals: yes Cost: included
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Before & After Care: yes Cost: $15/wk before and $85/wk before and after
School Readiness Score: 179 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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WEE KARE ACADEMY
Approved

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

Director: Brenda Hardy
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/2011 Transportation:   Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/26/2012 Meals: Yes Cost: None
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 12:00 Noon Before & After Care: Yes Cost: see school
School Readiness Score: 167 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. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.
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