Planet Kids is committed to providing top-notch childcare and educational programs for our students. Our accreditations validate our continuous efforts to raise the bar.

Our accreditations, curriculum, and teacher qualifications reflect our dedication to nurturing confident, curious learners.

APPLE Accreditation

We are proud to hold APPLE (Accredited Professional Preschool Learning Environment) accreditation — a rigorous Florida-specific credential that recognizes excellence in early childhood programs.

• ✓ Exceeds state licensing requirements
• ✓ Annual quality assessments
• ✓ Focus on developmentally appropriate practices
• ✓ Recognized by Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care program

ELC & VPK Provider

As an approved Early Learning Coalition (ELC) and Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) provider, we offer state-funded programs that prepare children for kindergarten success.

• ✓ Free VPK for eligible 4-year-olds
• ✓ School Readiness scholarship accepted
• ✓ Kindergarten readiness curriculum
• ✓ Qualified VPK instructors

Conscious Discipline

Conscious Discipline is a comprehensive, research-based social-emotional learning program that transforms everyday moments into teaching opportunities.

• ✓ Brain-based approach to behavior management
• ✓ Builds self-regulation & emotional intelligence
• ✓ Creates a safe, connected classroom family
• ✓ Skills that last a lifetime

Frog Street Curriculum

Our classrooms use Frog Street, a comprehensive early childhood curriculum that makes learning joyful and effective through play-based, developmentally appropriate activities.

• ✓ Covers all developmental domains
• ✓ Bilingual resources available
• ✓ Aligned with Florida Early Learning Standards
• ✓ Engaging music, movement & hands-on activities

Our Teacher Qualifications

Every teacher at Planet Kids meets or exceeds Florida's requirements — because your child deserves educators who are trained, screened, and committed to excellence.