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Elite Scholars Academy | Childcare & Quality Daycare
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We look forward to serving you and your loved ones.

Welcome to any and all who so graciously found our humble website. We take pride in ensuring the safety and organic growth of all our children, yes ours! When your little ones are in our care, we treat them with the sincerest approach.. the same we who are parents, treat our own children.

Owner/FounderMrs. McKnight

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday: 6:30 am – 6:00 pm
Closed Saturday & Sunday

Location: 102 Birdie Hills Rd, St Peters, MO 63376

Email: info@elitescholarsacademy.co

Phone: 636-397-4000

6 Weeks -18 Months:

Ratio: 1:4

The infant classroom is a clean open-concept room encouraging infants to develop their gross motor, fine motor, social-emotional,sensory and cognitive development. Infants will enjoy music, outdoors, painting, tummy time in an aesthetically pleasing environment.

Infant teachers follow a daily schedule for each individual child. They work closely with parents to ensure children eat healthy meals that will support their physical development. Infant teachers follow all BFTS rules in caring for children. The primary goal is to prepare infants a nurturing environment that will support children for age appropriate development.

18 Months -24 Months:

Ratio: 1:4

The toddler classroom promotes new walkers and talkers to perfect their skills. Toddler teachers read to toddlers several times throughout the day. Toddlers visit the age-appropriate playground twice daily, promoting their gross motor development. Children in the toddler program are offered healthy foods that will help promote a nutritional diet. Children are offered, music, art, dramatic play and building activities. Toddler teachers clean and sanitize toys and equipment to ensure children play in a clean environment. Toddler teachers work closely with parents to ensure all the needs of the children are met on a daily basis.

Two-Year Old By September 1st:

Ratio: 1:8

The three-year-old classroom is designed to stimulate imagination for children to learn through play. Children are exposed to a variety of materials to foster exploratory learning. Teachers assist children in building language skills through reading lessons and story time. Lesson plans are created to inspire children to expand their imagination. The three-year-old environment is intentionally designed to prepare children for the four-year-old room. Children enrolled in the three-year-old room is guaranteed a spot in Georgia’s Pre-k 4 classroom which is a free program.

Three-Year Old By September 1st:

Ratio: 1:10

The three-year-old classroom is designed to stimulate imagination for children to learn through play. Children are exposed to a variety of materials to foster exploratory learning. Teachers assist children in building language skills through reading lessons and story time. Lesson plans are created to inspire children to expand their imagination. The three-year-old environment is intentionally designed to prepare children for the four-year-old room. Children enrolled in the three-year-old room is guaranteed a spot in Georgia’s Pre-k 4 classroom which is a free program.

Four-Years Old By September 1st:

Ratio: 1:10

Who is eligible for our Pre-K Program?

Children four years of age on September 1 of the current school year who are Missouri residents are eligible to attend our Pre-K Program during this school year. Grants are available, please inquire with school administration. The school day begins at 9:00 am – 2:30 pm daily.

Pre-K & School Age

Transforming early mornings and late afternoons into enriching experiences, our daycare’s Before and After Care program is designed with your family’s needs in mind, providing a seamless blend of safety, education, and fun. Please note, transportation to and from our facility is exclusively managed through the Fort Zumwalt School District, specifically serving families of the Early Childhood Center and Mid Rivers Elementary School. To avail of our before and after care services, families are required to contact their respective schools within the district to register and arrange transportation.

Once your child arrives at our center, our program gently awakens young minds with engaging morning activities, perfectly setting the stage for the day ahead. After school, the focus shifts to a blend of homework support, recreational activities, and opportunities for children to unwind and socialize in a nurturing environment. Our mission is to do more than just extend the day—we aim to enrich every moment your child spends with us, ensuring their time is filled with growth, happiness, and well-being.

6 & older

The programs are structured, supervised, and stimulating. Our activities cover a variety of topics including but not limited to technology, reading, math, science and the arts. Our programs offer new experiences to our school agers such as community service, current events, and more. In an effort to help our students learn new skills and develop into young adults, our certified teachers work with students to complete homework and enrichment activities.

Enrollment

1

Schedule Your Play Date!

Begin your child’s journey with us through an enjoyable play-date! This initial visit allows your little one to explore our facilities, engage in fun activities, and ensures our daycare is the perfect fit for your family. It’s a great opportunity for your child to experience our nurturing environment firsthand.
2

Enrollment Documentation

Ready to join our family? The next step involves downloading and completing our enrollment documents. These forms are designed to gather important information about your child and family, ensuring we meet your child’s needs and preferences from day one. Visit our website to easily access and submit all necessary paperwork.
3

Tour and Director's Meeting

Finalize your enrollment with a personalized tour and a meeting with our director. This gives you the chance to see our classrooms, outdoor spaces, and meet our dedicated staff. It’s the perfect time to ask questions, discuss your child’s care, and envision your child thriving in our community.
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Contact.

We don’t take it lightly that you’ve decided to review our daycare. Feel free to reach out to us for any questions you may have.

St. Peters, MO

102 Birdie Hills Rd, St Peters, MO 63376
info@elitescholarsacademy.co

636-397-4000