Our Excellent
Early Learning Program

Message from Plato Academy Schools Board

August 13, 2019

Our Philosophy

Plato Academy’s Pre-School was founded on the philosophy that all students are entitled to the best education possible. Our mission is to challenge each student through logical and creative thinking skills. Our program is structured to give each student the solid foundation of core values and key educational components needed to prepare them for the next level of their education. We provide an accelerated academic program that challenges them to excel at learning.

100% Ready!

100% of Plato Academy VPK students are determined to be ready for Kindergarten.

Our caring, experienced, highly qualified teachers are dedicated to providing a rich, nurturing environment that will prepare your student for kindergarten. We promote independence in an organized atmosphere, with a daily structured program. We also teach students to work well with a group through listening, sharing, and cooperation. We use an accredited curriculum in the classroom to prepare students for the next level of education and to challenge each student to their fullest potential. We combine Smart Boards, music, imagination, and play with our innovative curriculum.

For the success of each student, our program will require the support of parents, community, administrators, and highly qualified teachers. We strive to create an environment in which all students are cherished and develop memories of compassion, inspiration and affirmation. We further believe that the ultimate learning environment must be full of excitement and fun for all students.

Curriculum

Because we are committed to the individual success of each child, regular assessments are conducted throughout the school year. Through the use of both authentic and developmental assessments, we are able to document learning progress over time and adapt our curriculum to the unique cognitive, social, and emotional needs of each child. Our school curriculum is broad and we offer learning opportunities in the following areas:

Literacy Skills
Outdoor Play
Examining Science & Nature
Music and Movement
Creative learning through hands-on experiences
Commitment to Character
Exploring the World Around Us
Numeracy Skills
Technology
Critical Thinking
Phonological Awareness

Program Features:

Small-group instruction
One-on-one formal assessments to track students’ progress
Group activities to develop social skills
Daily communication between teachers and parents to keep you informed about your child’s day

Hours

Year-Round Care
Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 5:45 pm

Contact Information

Clearwater: prekclearwater@platoacademy.net
Largo: preklargo@platoacademy.net
Palm Harbor: prekpalmharbor@platoacademy.net
Seminole: prekseminole@platoacademy.net
St. Petersburg: prekstpete@platoacademy.net
Tarpon Springs: prektarponsprings@platoacademy.net
Pinellas Park: prekpinellaspark@platoacademy.net
Trinity: prektrinity@platoacademy.net
Tampa: prektampa@platoacademy.net

Governance

Parent-Student Handbook

Bullying Prevention

School Grades

Our Vision: The Plato Academy Family Empowers all Learners to Exceed Expectations!

The mission of Plato Academy Charter Schools is to assist students in achieving their full potential by requiring and nurturing high academic and behavioral standards in a safe, supporting, challenging and enthusiastic environment fostered by a commitment and cooperative effort between the school, students, parents, and community.

Plato Academy Schools are fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and schools as managed by AdvancED. SACS provides nationally recognized accreditation, the purpose of which is continuous school improvement focused on increasing student performance. To earn accreditation, schools must meet SACS CASI’s high standards, be evaluated by a team of professionals from outside the school and implement a continuous process of school improvement.