from 6 weeks to 12 months

Swaddlers Program

Experience a nurturing environment and specialized care for your little one.

Everything we do matters

Building Strong Foundations

For children to develop, learn and grow, they need an environment that is safe, secure, and rich in possibilities. At Lakeside Christian Academy, we are proud to provide infants in central Florida with a dedicated space that is cheerful, safe, and ready for exploration. Our curriculum and activities are specifically designed to foster the holistic development of our youngest students. Through a combination of interactive play, sensory exploration, and gentle guidance, we create a nurturing environment that promotes growth and learning for our infants.

Interactive play for cognitive development

Sensory exploration for sensory development

Gentle guidance for emotional development

Fostering Curiosity

A Day in the Life at Lakeside Christian Academy

At LCA we will work with you to build an individualized care plan that accommodates daily routines, dietary restrictions, and other special requirements for your child. Every individual plan includes activities covering the 5 developmental domains: language, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical.

Regular one-on-one encounters to foster connections and establish trust

Reading developmentally appropriate material to enhance vocabulary, listening skills, and a love of reading

Arts-related activities include painting projects, movement and music

Use of sign language to express needs and enhance language development and more

We are committed to staying in close communication with you and keeping you up to date on your child’s day, including development, feedings, and diaper changes.

Welcome

Our teachers will greet your child with hugs and cuddles. Get ready for a day of fun!

Explore

From story time and songs, to sensory play and more, we explore and learn about the world around us through tailored activities.

Take a break

Sweet dreams, little one. Naps are an important part of our day.

Discover

Whether it’s practicing and developing new motor and language skills, we inspire your child’s natural curiosity through innovation and creativity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Explore FAQs about Lakeside Christian Academy. You've got questions. We've got answers!

What curriculum does the school use?

Lakeside Christian Academy uses the Frog Street Curriculum for Infants through 4-years-old, as well as ABC Jesus Loves Me for our Bible Curriculum.

What hours is your school open?

Our Oakland location is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How many teachers are CPR/First Aid certified?

Every single staff member at Lakeside Christian Academy is First Aid and CPR certified.

Do the children nap?

Absolutely! We believe that children under five years of age need adequate quiet time and/or rest as part of their daily routine. Our programs include quiet time for all our students.

Does the school provide lunch and/or snacks?

Lakeside Christian Academy provides Morning and Afternoon snacks. We ask that parents provide their child’s lunch.

Can my child eat breakfast at school?

Students who are enrolled in our Before Care program are allowed to eat their home-brought breakfast from 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM.

How can I communicate with my child’s teacher?

The success of our program is based on establishing a partnership between our parents and staff. Open and frequent communication will help your child have a positive early learning experience. Teachers and Administrators welcome the opportunity to speak with parents. Drop off and pick up can be a busy time for our teachers. Therefore, we encourage you to make an appointment so that undivided attention may be given to you. Teachers will communicate regularly with parents about their child’s progress and milestones being reached through Brightwheel, an app that connects parents and teachers by enabling digital daily reports, pictures, messages, and more.

When are students required to wear a uniform?

From age one. Children participate in various activities throughout the day, some of which are messy or athletic, and play outdoors daily, weather permitting. Because of this, it’s our policy that students must wear their Lakeside Christian Academy shirts from Monday to Friday. Additionally, no open-toed or open-backed shoes are allowed. The most appropriate shoes for participation in school activities are rubber-soled sneakers with socks.

Do you offer Before and/or After Care?

We sure do! Before Care for all our programs begins at 7:00 AM. After Care varies depending on the program:
Swaddlers-Juniors Programs
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Instructional Hours:
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- After Care: 3:00 PM- 6:00 PM
 
Seniors/VPK 5-Day Program
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Instructional Hours:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- After Care: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Seniors/VPK 3-Day Program (M, W, F)
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Instructional Hours:
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- After Care: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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