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Academics​

What Makes FPA Unique
  • Serving the Van Buren & Surrounding Areas for 32 Years
  • Lower Classroom Sizes: Pre-K Ratio 1 to 12;         3's Ratio 1 to 10
  • High Quality Curriculum Includes Heggerty, Adventures In Learning, & Frog Street Press
  • Well Balanced Developmentally Appropriate Environment
  • Experienced, Professional, and Loving Staff
  • Developmental/Speech Screenings with Free Services Provided by the VBSD for Qualifying Students​
Other Offerings Include:

  • Fun Energetic Chapel Services Provided by FBC Children’s Pastor

  • Learning Centers, Playground, & Gym Time

  • Art & Music

  • Parent Involvement Opportunities

  • Introduction to Spanish

  • Introduction to Technology

  • Special Enrichment (Field Trips & Special Visitors)

  • Seasonal Parties & Programs

  • Tatum Dance & Gymnastics Classes Available on Site

Enrollment Options

Full Time Student (7:20 - 4:00)

7:20-8:00         Arrival Time

8:00-11:40       Class Time

11:45-12:15     Lunch Time

12:30 - 2:30     Nap Time

2:30 - 3:00       Wake-Up/Snack Time

3:00-4:00         Playground & Learning Centers

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Monday/Wednesday/Friday Students:

8:00-12:00 Pre-K only

Tuesday/Thursday Students:

8:00-12:00 3-Year Old Class only

Optional: (If not full-time, they may be picked up during the following times)

12:00-4:00   Stay and Play

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First Place Academy Staff is more than happy to work with you to accommodate your busy schedule.

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