Our Philosophy

Superior Schools Early Learning Programs were 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. Superior Schools Early Learning 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 while giving individualized support to each student.

We strive to help all children gain the skills they need to be 100% ready for Kindergarten.

Our caring, experienced, and 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 structured routine that helps them to successfully adapt to an academic learning environment. We also teach students to work well with others in a classroom setting through listening, sharing, and cooperation.

We combine technology, music, imagination, and play with our innovative curriculum that is driven by play and hands-on activities. For the success of each student, our program requires the support of parents, the community, administrators, and highly qualified teachers. The environment created in our classrooms provides opportunities for all students to develop memories of compassion, inspiration and affirmation which lays the basis for a love of life and lifelong learning. 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. Using both formal and informal 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. Superior Schools’ 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

STEAM

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

Enrichment activities such as Happy Feet (soccer) are offered at some locations

Some locations operate year-round

Partnership with the Kindergarten teams to facilitate successful transitions into Kindergarten

Contact Information

Plato Academy Schools works with a 3rd party vendor that provides early learning.  Plato Academy does not manage early learning.  Please direct any communications to:

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

Please note that enrollment in our Preschool and/or VPK program DOES NOT guarantee placement in Plato Academy Kindergarten.