2022-2023 School Year VPK Program
Profiles & Locations

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).

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A TOP NOTCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY #1
Approved

1818 NORTH T STREET
PENSACOLA FL 32505
850-469-4383

Director: Netisha Rodgers
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/15/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/19/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30AM to 12:00 PM, M-F Before & After Care: N/A Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 54 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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ACADEMICS BLUE ANGEL, LLC
Approved

10271 Sorrento Road
Pensacola FL 32507
850-456-9501

Director: Sherri-Anne Moore
Lead Teacher Credential: Technical Certificate/ FCCPA/ CDAE

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/15/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/12/23 Meals: Yes, for FT Wrap Around Only Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am-11:30am, 8:30am-12:00pm,9:00am-12:30pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes, Wrap Around for FT Only Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 87 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Ages 2-11, VPK, Wrap around care. School-age (Before & After School) Summer Camp K-5th (Field Trips) Provides breakfast and snack.
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ALETHEIA CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL VPK
Approved

1700 Woodchuck Avenue
Pensacola FL 32504
850-969-0088

Director: Lori Ann McGhee
Lead Teacher Credential: Staff Credential and BA

Setting: Non-Public/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: na
VPK Program Ends: 5/18/23 Meals: No Cost: na
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 12:00pm, M-Th Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Before Sch- 1.25 per day, After Sch-$135 mo
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 83 Curriculum: Starfall
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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All About Kids Children's Center
Approved

6025 Enterprise Drive
Pensacola FL 32505
8504665156

Director: Angel McShan
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 4/21/23 Meals: Yes Cost: $0.00
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 12pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $145.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 22 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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AMAZING GRACE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Dr. Tosca Grimm
Lead Teacher Credential: MA ED in ECE (9)

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/14/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 6/13/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 1:00pm, M-Th Before & After Care: Yes (8-9am, 1-2pm) Cost: $100 each month
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 67 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Amazing Grace is a faith based half-day school year program. We seek to nurture your child and help each child meet their developmental areas - socially, emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually.
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BEULAH'S PRE-K & LEARNING CENTER
Approved

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

Director: Shekina Charley
Lead Teacher Credential: AS Degree Early Childhood, CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/24/23 Meals: Yes Cost: $0.00
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 12:00am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $60.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 77 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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BIG LAGOON LEARNING CENTER, INC.
Approved

5655 Bauer Road
Pensacola FL 32507
850-696-2352

Director: Mercedes Branigan
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA/FCCPC/CDEA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/10/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 82 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Big Lagoon Learning Center is a preschool/ childcare facility that serves children ages 1 through 11 years old.
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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: National CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/23/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 48 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
We provide a safe, kind, respectable, fun, and loving environment. We learn by doing hands-on activities, games, and learning from each other.
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CAMP FIRE USA - CENTURY YOUTH LEARNING CENTER
Approved

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

Director: Misty Lambeth
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/15/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/18/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:15am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $100.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 30 Curriculum: Highscope
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
To promote learning in a positive hands on environment. Enrich a child's knowledge and learning opportunities. Provider social and emotional in a learning environment. Children will be provided with opportunities to gain new skills and promote the skills they have.
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CHAMPIONS R US LEARNING ACADEMY
Approved

3564 W. Fairfield Drive
Pensacola FL 32505
850-332-6790

Director: Sharonda Miller
Lead Teacher Credential: A.S. in Early Childhood Education and Dir Cred.

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 12/06/21 Transportation: No Cost: $0.00
VPK Program Ends: 06/17/22 Meals: Yes Cost: $0.00
VPK Daily Hours: M-F, 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $90.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Beyond Centers & Circle Time
Staff to Child Ratio: 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: Thalia Wingate
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/12/23 Meals: Yes Cost: 0.00 for Wrap Care Only
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Sliding scale
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 98 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 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: E. Sherrell Thomas
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/23/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 11:00am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $136.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 69 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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CHILDCARE NETWORK - BOWMAN #141
Approved

9441 Bowman Avenue
Pensacola FL 32534
(850) 472-1010

Director: Jennie Parker
Lead Teacher Credential: AA/AS

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/15/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/11/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 12:00pm, M-Th Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $120.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 67 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Kindergarten Readiness Program
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CHILDCARE NETWORK - CREIGHTON #112
Approved

4079 Creighton Rd
Pensacola FL 32504
850-479-1242

Director: Sandra Crenshaw
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC & Directors Credential

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/15/22 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/17/23 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 12:30pm, M-Thru Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 62 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 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: Danielle Gillis
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA/FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/15/22 Transportation: NA Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/17/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 12:00pm, M-Th Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $125.00 Wrap Around
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 58 Curriculum:  
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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CHILDCARE NETWORK - MICHIGAN #111
Approved

2623 West Michigan Avenue
Pensacola FL 32526
(850) 944-3098

Director: Dawn McVay
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/15/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/17/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 12:30pm, M-Th Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $115.00 Wrap Around
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 31 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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COKESBURY METHODIST CHILDREN CENTER
Approved

5725 N. Ninth Ave.
Pensacola fL 32504
850-476-5847

Director: Kristen Rasmussen
Lead Teacher Credential: Staff Credential

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/27/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/9/23 Meals: Yes Cost: Included
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $575.00 per month VPK Around
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 82 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Cokesbury Methodist Children's Center provides a faith-based environment that promotes School Readiness skills through age-appropriate, child centered activities. These include pre-reading, writing, math, science and social studies. We also focus on social skills so that each child will be well-rounded and successful in their scholastic futures.
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CORRY STATION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Approved

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

Director: Lynn Vunkannon
Lead Teacher Credential: MA, AS, NECC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/12/23 Meals: Yes Cost: $0.00 for Wrap Care Only
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am-12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: Sliding scale
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 89 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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DESTINY'S CHILD LEARNING ACADEMY
Approved

4010 N. Palafox St.
Pensacola FL 32505
850-791-6552

Director: Pamela Smith
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/25/23 Meals: No Cost: 0.00
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $110.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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EAST HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC.
Approved

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

Director: Margaret Bragg
Lead Teacher Credential: Active FCC PC, Director Credentials

Setting: Private School/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/16/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/16/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am -12:00pm, M-Th Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 80 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Center-based curriculum including hands on math, phonics, science and social studies. Students also participate in music, Spanish, library, and P.E.
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ECSD - BELLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Approved

4425 BELLVIEW AVE.
PENSACOLA FL 32526
(850) 941-6060

Director: Melissa Groff
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in PreK/Primary or Early Childhood

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The Mission of the ECSD's PreK is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All PreK educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language right, engaging, intentional, and motivating whole integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - BRATT ELEMENTARY VPK
Approved

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

Director: Amy McCrory
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Early Chidhood or Pre-K/Primary

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 67 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - Brentwood Elementary VPK
Approved

4820 N Palafox Street
Pensacola FL 32505
850-595-6800

Director: Jennifer Sewell
Lead Teacher Credential: BA/ Certified Teacher

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - C.A WEIS ELEMENTARY VPK
Approved

2101 North Q Street
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 595-6888

Director: Kimberly Thomas
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Early Chidhood or Pre-K/Primary

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 79 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - ENSLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VPK
Approved

510 East Johnson Avenue
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 494-5600

Director: Rhonda Shuford
Lead Teacher Credential: BA Degree in Early Childhood or Pre-K/Primary

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 57 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - FERRY PASS VPK
Approved

8370 N. Davis Hwy
Pensacola FL 32514
850-761-6200

Director: Catrena Fleg
Lead Teacher Credential: Ba or Higher in Early Childhood Education

Setting:   Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost:  
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - GLOBAL LEARNING ACADEMY VPK
Approved

100 N. P ST
Pensacola FL 32505
850-430-7560

Director: Lalla Pierce
Lead Teacher Credential: BA Degree/ Certified Teacher

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 76 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - HOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Approved

6101 Lanier Dr
Pensacola FL 32504
850-494-5610

Director: Terri Fina
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Pre K Primary or Early Childhood

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 58 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - JIM ALLEN ELEMENTARY VPK
Approved

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

Director: Shannon Cross
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Pre-KPrimary & Early Childhood

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 64 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY VPK
Approved

2600 Longleaf Drive
Pensacola FL 32526
850-941-6110

Director: Troy Brown
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in PreK/Primary or Early Childhood

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 60 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - MOLINO PARK ELEMENTARY VPK
Approved

899 Hwy 97
Molino F 32577
850-578-5265

Director: Cheryl Johnecheck
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Early Chidhood or Pre-K/Primary

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 83 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VPK
Approved

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

Director: Shona Person
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Early Chidhood or Pre-K/Primary

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: NA
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 59 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - NAVY POINT ELEMENTARY VPK
Approved

1321 Patton Drive
Pensacola FL 32507
850-453-7419

Director: Monica Ford-Harris
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Pre-K/Primary or Early Childhood

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 74 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Title One Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators will use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language-rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - O.J. SEMMES ELEMENTARY VPK
Approved

1250 Texar Dr
Pensacola FL 32503
850-595-6975

Director: Susan Sanders
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Early Chidhood or Pre-K/Primary

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am - 11:30pm, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 65 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ECSD - SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY VPK
Approved

501 Cherokee Trail
Pensacola FL 32506
850-453-7420

Director: Tammy Douglas
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Early Chidhood or Pre-K/Primary

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 78 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology..
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ECSD - WEST PENSACOLA ELEMENTARY VPK
Approved

801 North 49th Ave
Pensacola FL 32506
850-453-7470

Director: Christine Baker
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Early Chidhood or Pre-K/Primary

Setting: Public School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 87 Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The mission of the Escambia County School District Pre-K is to provide a positive, high quality environment to increase school readiness and build a foundation for future success. All Pre-K educators use developmentally appropriate practices in order to create experiences for students that are language rich, engaging, intentional, and motivating while integrating 21st century technology.
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ESCAMBIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Approved

3311 W. Moreno Street
Pensacola FL 32505
850-433-8333

Director: Stephanie Davis-Keeton
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: License/Private School-Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/29/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/9/23 Meals: Yes Cost: $0.00
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $25.00 per Family member
VPK Readiness Rate Score: NA Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Provide total development educational services to students K3-8th graders in small classroom settings, to include S.T.E.A.M., Before & After Care.
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FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN PRE-SCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Alexandra Brooke Ohler
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC/NECC/CDA or Formal Education

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/16/22 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/18/23 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 1:00pm, M-Th Before & After Care: No Cost:  
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 86 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum/Wee Learn
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
FBCCP is a faith-based program. Our goal is to develop the whole child-mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually and socially.
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FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CHILD CARE PROGRAM
Approved

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

Director: Celeste Biel
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/26/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am-12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $655.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 96 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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GONZALEZ UMC CHILD ENRICHMENT CENTER
Approved

2026 Pauline Street
Cantonment FL 32533
(850) 968-6245

Director: Tamela Hicks
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/12/23 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM - 11:45AM, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 79 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
We are a small center staffed with loving Christian teachers. Our center is a ministry of Gonzalez UMC. We seek to provide an atmosphere that stimulates learning through play, exploration, self-expression, observation, problem-solving & loving instruction.
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GRACE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (DBA) Malena's Mini School II
Approved

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

Director: Pamela Barksdale
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC to Masters Degree

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/16/22 Transportation: No Cost: na
VPK Program Ends: 5/11/23 Meals: Yes Cost: Included
VPK Daily Hours: 8:20am-12:20pm,8:25am-12:25pm, T-Fr Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $120.00 Weekly
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 70 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
We are a program that focuses on the whole child and meeting their needs.
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GREATER LITTLE ROCK PRESCHOOL
Approved

901 North "A" Street
Pensacola FL 32501
8504339476

Director: Deirdre Patton
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA - Child Dev. Associate Credential

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/2/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30 AM to 11:45 AM, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $110.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 50 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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Grow With Us Learning Academy
Approved

9490 Pensacola Blvd
Pensacola FL 32534
850-473-8912

Director: Michelle Anderson
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: N/A Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/23/23 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $120.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Connect 4 Learning (4 to K)
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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HILLCREST BAPTIST CHURCH SPANISH TRAIL DAY CARE
Approved

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

Director: Phyllis Hinnant
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCP

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/23/23 Meals: Yes Cost: Included
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 11:00am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $105/ per week
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 74 Curriculum: Wee Learn
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
We provide quality care in a Christian setting. We continue to strive to prepare our VPK children for success in their future academic pursuits.
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IVY LEAGUE EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Approved

2201 Langley Ave
Pensacola FL 32504
850-619-8451

Director: Terrance Savage
Lead Teacher Credential: Director's Credential

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/11/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/23/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $20.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Gee Whiz
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Your child will learn to engage with other children their age and will be eager to learn new skills that will propel them in life.
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JACQUELINE HARRIS EXTENSION ACADEMY INC.
Approved

8190 Pensacola Blvd
Pensacola FL 32534
850-432-2273

Director: Angela Whitehurst
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/8/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 11:45am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $120.00 weekly
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 26 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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JUBILEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Approved

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

Director: Rhonda Abernethy
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC, CDA

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/16/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/12/23 Meals: Yes Cost: $0 NSLP
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 11:15am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $200.00 Monthly
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 76 Curriculum: Wee Learn
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
We are a Faith-Based private school which is an integral part of the church. The education program is an extension of the church where the same vision and values are shared to the citizens of our community.
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KIDDIE ACADEMY OF PENSACOLA
Approved

35 New Market Street
Cantonment FL 32533
850-754-1776

Director: Marianne Behr
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/1/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/18/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am-12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $125.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Life Essentials
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
VPK Program
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Kids Kampus Education Center

8497 N Palafox St
Pensacola FL 32534
(850) 542-7953

Director: Sherry Padgett
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/29/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/30/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 12:30pm, M-Th Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75.00 Weekly
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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KIDZ KONNECTION LEARNING ACADEMY
Approved

3724 W. NAVY BLVD
Pensacola FL 32507
850-607-7607

Director: Victoria Woodward
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC & Directors Credential

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/15/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/26/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75.00 Weekly
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 44 Curriculum: Funshine Express
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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KINDERWORLD
Approved

2000 Toni Street
Pensacola FL 32504
850-477-7080

Director: Kabrina Turner
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: no Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 05/16/23 Meals: Yes Cost: Included
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am to 12:00pm, M-Th Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $91.00 per week
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 40 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Free VPK M-Thurs. 8:00am - 12:00pm. Breakfast and lunch included. Wrap around care is available.
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KNOWLEDGE AND FUN LEARNING CENTER, LLC
Approved

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

Director: Hitomi Wright
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/23/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am-12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $90.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 57 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum for Preschool
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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LA PETITE ACADEMY
Approved

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

Director: Philisa Caples
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC, CDA, DOE, CCAC or CDAE

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: $0.00
VPK Program Ends: 5/23/23 Meals: Yes Cost: 0.00
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $133.00 per week
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 82 Curriculum: Early Innovators Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Infant leqrn from the start. Toddler & Twos learn from the start, Journey Preschool - VPK.
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LITTLE INSPIRATIONS LEARNING ACADEMY
Approved

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

Director: Ashley Colon
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/16/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/10/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 12:30pm T-FR Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $130 weekly
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 61 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
LILA is a childcare center that provides quality care for 2 months - 12 yrs. We offer VPK, Before & After Care, Camps and more.
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LITTLE RED SCHOOL HOUSE, LLC
Approved

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

Director: Shaunna Bailey
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/23/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $115.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 56 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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Little Spuds Early Learning Center
Approved

10232 Chemstrand Rd
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 494-7861

Director: Lorene Montgomery
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC & Directors Credential

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/24/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $110.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Frog Street
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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MAYA'S ARTS AND LEARNING ACADEMY
Approved

511 WOODLAND DR
PENSACOLA FL 32503
850-465-3326

Director: Maya McCray
Lead Teacher Credential: Director Credential/ AA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/22 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/4/23 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 12pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $90.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Maya's Arts and Learning Academy works to provide a safe, fun, loving, and creative learning environment. We always reach for the stars!
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MINISTRY VILLAGE EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Approved

1724 E Olive Road
Pensacola FL 32514

Director: Kristina Zagar
Lead Teacher Credential: Master, BA, CDA

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/23/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $425.00 per month
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 70 Curriculum: Creative Currriculm
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Our VPK program blends learning skills for Kindergarten with social skills needed to navigate in life. Our students also learn age-appropriate Biblical lessons and Bible verses. We count it as a blessing and joy to help these children during this important educational time in their lives.
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MISS KATHY'S EARLY LEARNING - JOHNSON AVENUE
Approved

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

Director: Shelly Walker
Lead Teacher Credential: Director Credential

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/11/21 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/11/22 Meals: Yes Cost: Wrap Around
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 11:15am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $120.00 VPK Wrap Around
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 68 Curriculum: Gee Whiz
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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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: 

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: Yes Cost: S0.75 for BKFST
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 11:15am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $120.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 56 Curriculum: Gee Whiz
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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Pentecostal Temple Learning Academy
Approved

6550 North Palafox Street
Pensacola FL 32503

Director: Isher Bullard
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: Yes Cost: $50 per week
VPK Program Ends: 6/7/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: M-F, 9:00 am -12:00 pm Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $88 per week
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Gee Whiz
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
VPK Program sponsored by the state of Florida. Monday through Friday with exception of closure for holidays.
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POTENTIAL PRESCHOOL ACADEMY
Approved

3351 CREIGHTON RD PENSACOLA, FL 32504
PENSACOLA FL 32504
850-530-0814

Director: Tangee Coleman
Lead Teacher Credential: VPK Endorsed

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/23/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $104 Early Care/$140 Extended
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL
Approved

333 COMMERCE ST.
PENSACOLA FL 32507
850-455-0330

Director: Pamela Duncan
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Private School/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 4/28/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $4.00 per hour
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 71 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
We provide a safe, Christ-centered environment with hands-on learning for every child with Phonics, Math, Science, Religion, Art, Music and more. We strive to achieve excellence and want our children to develop intellectually, physically, morally & spiritually. We are a faith based school providing Chapel on a weekly basis for students VPK thru 8th.
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S L JONES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC.
Approved

100 Boeing Street
Pensacola FL 32507
850-456-2249

Director: Jenny Reed
Lead Teacher Credential: Director's Credential

Setting: Private School Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/15/22 Transportation: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/26/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum:  
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
The VPK program at S.L. Jones offers four year olds a safe, supportive and interactive learning environment. Emphasis is placed on phonological skill building using a scaffolding approach to learning. In addition, the program places significant focus on character building among students. The student's nutritional needs are met through the availability of breakfast and lunch.
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SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL SCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Elizabeth Snow
Lead Teacher Credential: B.S.

Setting: Private School/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/15/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/16/23 Meals: Yes Cost: Variable-Parents Order
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 11:15am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $8.00 per day
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 90 Curriculum: Frog Street
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Early/ Extended Care Available - Meals can be purchased through Campus Cuisine (3rd party vendor).
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SCENIC PRESCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Jackie Cotton
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Child Care Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/9/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am- 12:00pm, M-Th Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $115.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 50 Curriculum: Funshine Express Digital
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 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: CDA/ Staff Credential

Setting: Child Care Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 9/6/22 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 4/14/23 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost:  
VPK Readiness Rate Score:   Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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ST. JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Andrea Back
Lead Teacher Credential: Director Credential

Setting: Non-Public School/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/10/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 7:45am- 11:00am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $4.00 per hour
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 86 Curriculum: Starfall
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
We are a VPK Provider with wrap around care.
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ST. MARK'S CHILDREN'S PRESCHOOL
Approved

2203 N 12TH AVE
PENSACOLA  32503

Director: Antoniette "Tonie" Rivera
Lead Teacher Credential: 

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/26/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $480.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Frog Street Pre-K 2020
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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ST. PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Tara Mann
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting: Private School/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 4/26/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $10.00/day
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 86 Curriculum: STEMscopes
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
Second Step Social-Emotional Learning Program.
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ST. PAUL LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL
Approved

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

Director: Allison Forst
Lead Teacher Credential: BA in Education

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 8/15/22 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/16/23 Meals: No Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 1:00pm, M-Th Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $7.50 per day
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 72 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
ST Paul Lutheran Preschool offers a loving environment for children ages 1-5. The teachers plan developmentally appropriate and enriching experiences that create a love of learning. Children learn that God Loves them as they sing, play, create and explore throughout the school day. The VPK class meets 9-1 Monday-Thursday with an option to attend on Friday as well.
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TREEHOUSE LEARNING CENTER
Approved

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

Director: Roselyn Sukal
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/23/23 Meals: Yes Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $120.00 per week
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 73 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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TRINITY LEARNING CENTER
Approved

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

Director: Anna Kay Shirah
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting: Center/Faith Based Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: na
VPK Program Ends: 5/13/23 Meals: No Cost: na
VPK Daily Hours: 9:00am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $485.00 a month
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 86 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
We offer Creative Curriculum in a nurturing and safe environment. Our will provide a strong developmental and academic foundation for each child. It is our hope that each child's experiences with us will be filled with exploration and discovery.
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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: Kaley DeVito
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA and VPL Training and BA

Setting: Center Gold Seal?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/22/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/5/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 12:00pm, M-F Before & After Care: No Cost: N/A
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 88 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20
University Campus Child Care Center
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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?: Yes
VPK Program Begins: 8/10/22 Transportation: No Cost:  
VPK Program Ends: 5/4/23 Meals: Yes Cost:  
VPK Daily Hours: 8:30am - 11:45am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $115.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: 54 Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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Young Achievers Preschool - Jamison

20 Jamison St
Pensacola  32507
(850) 542-7788

Director: Stephanie Lynch
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC & Directors Credential

Setting: Center Gold Seal?:  
VPK Program Begins: 10/10/22 Transportation: No Cost: N/A
VPK Program Ends: 5/24/23 Meals: No Cost: N/A
VPK Daily Hours: 8:00am - 11:30am, M-F Before & After Care: Yes Cost: $75.00
VPK Readiness Rate Score: N/A Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Staff to Child Ratio: 1:11 or 2:20

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