Founder's Message

                                                                                                Hello, I'm Shideh Holeman, founder of Petite Academy. 

Our mission is to provide a safe, healthy, positive, encouraging and most of all a happy environment for everyone.   

Our philosophy is based on a set of strongly held core beliefs:  

• We believe each child is a unique individual. We are sensitive to their social, emotional, and intellectual needs. 
• We provide a developmentally appropriate program that focuses on the process of learning and helps the children enjoy successful experiences. 
• We encourage, not just learning, but the love of learning.  
• We believe in providing a physical environment that is safe, clean, healthy and oriented to children. 
• Classrooms are arranged to offer challenging play and learning choices at a range of developmental levels. 
• Discovery centers allow children the opportunity to explore, to experience, and most importantly to succeed.  
• We believe the strength of our program is the dedication of our teaching staff. We support our teachers with training, resources and freedom to create a unique learning experience for children. We provide many opportunities for teachers to share ideas and grow professionally. Our teachers create a caring and nurturing atmosphere and foster each child's creativity and positive self-image.  
• We believe in positive methods of discipline. We establish consistent, age appropriate limits to help children function in their world. 
• Our programs are designed to develop in children a sense of independence and responsibility. 
• We desire to strengthen each child's own cultural identity, while instilling a respect for others who may be different.

We look forward to working with your family to provide the continuity of care and high standards that your children deserve.

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