Children in Starfish Academy's 3- to 4-year-old classroom in North Port enjoy imaginative play that supports early learning and social development. Photo credit: Courtesy of The Florida Center.

Summer at The Florida Center’s Starfish Academy is a joyful introduction to learning, discovery and confidence for young children. Serving infants through age five, this nationally accredited preschool combines high-quality early education with on-site therapeutic support in a warm, inclusive environment where children of all abilities grow side by side. Summer days are filled with playful discovery: weekly water play, hands-on classroom activities and plenty of laughter. Beneath the fun is a thoughtful approach to early childhood development. Speech, occupational and mental health therapists collaborate with teachers to support communication, motor and social-emotional skills seamlessly within the school day. For many families, the summer program is just the beginning. With campuses in Sarasota and North Port, Starfish Academy offers year-round early learning where small classes, nurturing teachers and purposeful play help children build the confidence and skills that set the stage for lifelong success.

Children in Starfish Academy's 3- to 4-year-old classroom in North Port enjoy imaginative play that supports early learning and social development. Photo credit: Courtesy of The Florida Center.

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