Welcome to Forest Park Academy in DeSoto, TX

Forest Park Academy in DeSoto, TX provides trusted childcare and preschool programs for infants, toddlers, and pre-k. Our nurturing environment and qualified staff support each child’s development and growth.

(972)-298-5467 2024 N Westmoreland Rd, DeSoto, TX 75115
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Why Choose Forest Park Academy in DeSoto for Childcare?

Forest Park Academy offers high-quality childcare services built around creating well-rounded students. We do this through engaging classrooms that promote each child’s emotional, social, cognitive, and physical growth. We want every child who walks into our center to leave with a solid foundation so that they may have the most successful academic careers possible.

From childcare to after-school care, we have a variety of programs for infants through school-aged children. Our mission is to create a welcoming and warm environment that encourages children to foster a love of learning and build up their self-esteem. Here is a closer look at our services:

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Our Daycare and Early Learning Programs for

Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K, and School Age

The staff at Forest Park Academy offer a specialized educational care program that guides your child through every developmental stage. From infants learning how to roll over and walk to school-age kids learning complicated social skills, our teachers are committed to ensuring they find success at every stage.

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Infant Program (4 Weeks – 12 Months)

Watch your little one blossom in our infant program. This enriching environment is perfect for children from a week old up to a year old. They will form strong bonds with their caring teachers and find a love of learning and exploration. Each day is filled with engaging playtime activities, delightful melodies to aid in language development, captivating stories, and discoveries. Every day is a wonderful one at Forest Park Academy! We cannot wait to help your little ones step off on the right foot in their learning adventure.

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Toddler Program (12 Months – 24 Months)

Our toddler program instills a love of learning and guides them through developmental stages with a wide range of activities centered around play. From sensory fun, creative expressions, and hands-on learning experiences, you can rest assured that your child’s curiosity will be piqued to foster their love of discovery.
Our programs are designed to develop your child’s critical thinking skills. These skills include but are not limited to:

  • Social skills
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Motor skills

You will be amazed as your child’s confidence grows, leading to stronger independence.

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Pre-Kinder Program (3-5 Years)

Forest Park Academy offers a vibrant early school environment that engages your child through hands-on learning experiences. Your child’s passion for learning will continue to blossom as they go through our diverse curriculum. This curriculum was specially designed to promote every child’s emotional growth, cognitive skills, language growth, and physical coordination. With a strong focus on reinforcing the foundations they learned in infancy and toddlerhood, we ensure that your child will be set up for success when they enter school. We believe that every child should find learning as thrilling as it was in their early years.

School-Age (5-12 Years)

Our staff know how challenging it can be to keep students engaged as they go through their school careers. That is why we take incredible strides to make learning fun and exciting. Every one of our classrooms is built on inclusivity and strong ethical values. It is our mission to make the transition from the school year to summer break as seamless as possible by continuing to build on the skills they learned.

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A Day in the Life at Forest Park Academy

Each classroom follows a set schedule and plan. We provide meals throughout the day at designated times, ensuring that every student is well-nourished to support their growth and learning. Additionally, we coordinate nap times across all our classes to create a calm and restful environment.

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Parent Resources and Communication at Forest Park Academy

Forest Park Academy uses ProCare to keep parents informed about their child’s progress and wellbeing throughout the day. We strongly believe in full-transparency, which is why we give parents a unique look into their child’s daily activities. This is done by sharing frequent photos, messages, and updates.

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Health, Safety, and Nutrition at Forest Park Academy

We make health and safety a top priority at Forest Park Academy. Our staff maintain rigorous health and safety standards. All our practices comply with state regulations and industry best practices.
All of our meals and snacks are USDA-approved recipes that adhere to the Child Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines. These meals and snacks are created to have a full balanced nutrition to support your child’s development. We offer meals at the following times:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Afternoon Snack
  • Dinner
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Visit Forest Park Academy in DeSoto, TX & Enroll Today

Forest Park Academy proudly serves the students of DeSoto, Texas. We make each day a special one by providing a comprehensive program that nurtures our students’ mind, body, and spirit. We are committed to creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment, which is why more parents are turning to our experts for their childcare. Ready to jumpstart your child’s educational journey? Contact our team today to schedule your visit and enroll your child.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We accept students as young as one week and up to 13 years.

Forest Park Academy uses programs from the CLI Engage and Frog Street. These programs have been shown to boost a child’s creativity and love of learning.

We strictly enforce the following safety measures:

  • All children and staff who show symptoms of illness must stay home until they are 24 hours symptom-free.
  • All classrooms are regularly cleaned, sanitized, and disinfected, including frequently touched toys, surfaces, and other objects.
  • Staff and children are required to wash their hands multiple times throughout the day to stop the spread of germs.
  • All crib sheets, washable toys, and blankets are laundered weekly.

Our team provides the following USDA-approved meals and snacks:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Afternoon snack
  • Dinner

We stay in contact with our students’ parents through our ProCare Application. This app allows our teachers to send direct updates to parents about their child’s daily progress.

Our enrollment process starts with parents filling out a registration form for every child they wish to enroll. We then give a guided tour of the facility, providing more information on the daily routines of the class their child will be in. Each parent will be given a detailed list of everything their child will need for the day. At the end of the tour, we take time to answer any questions that parents may have.

Yes! Our staff upholds high-quality standards to ensure that all students in our care get the best education and support possible.

Our hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.