Ladybird Academy of Lake Forest Heathrow in Sanford, Florida stands out as a welcoming childcare facility with spacious, clean classrooms and a nurturing environment. The center implements a structured curriculum that balances educational activities with playtime, supported by modern features like classroom cameras and a parent communication app. The facility’s experienced staff consistently demonstrates dedication to child development, creating an atmosphere where children feel comfortable and parents can confidently leave their little ones during the workday.
Day Care Information
Address
700 Lake Forest Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771
Phone
Reviews
92 Reviews
Day Care Features
Does this day care accept infants?
Yes
Multiple reviews mention infants attending the daycare, with specific references to teachers in the infant room and care for babies.
Reviews:
Author: Melisa Inanc Rating: 5/5 Date: 5/2/2024, 12:56:25 AM Review: Going back to work after maternity leave is one of the toughest transitions for any parent. For me, the search for a daycare was a big decision, a place I can trust to leave my baby and toddler. I wanted a place where my child would thrive, feel safe, and be nurtured. After much searching, I found Ladybird Academy Lake Forest, and it was a game-changer. The teachers, Ms. Kelly and Ms. Briana, in the infant classroom, immediately put my mind at ease with their warmth and kindness. Knowing my baby was in such caring hands made returning to work a little easier. I cannot imagine anyone else to watch my baby in another facility. They treat my daughter like family and I feel the same way about them. They provide a safe, nurturing and happy environment for her. I am extremely lucky to have Ms. Kelly as her teacher. She has years for experience, love of a mother and unmatched kindness and warmth. Ms. Briana has a young daughter herself and she makes sure she treats my baby with the care and love she would for her own. And that is very special. Ms. Briana in my toddler’s classroom is also fantastic. My daughter has so much fun in her classroom and she is source of comfort for her. She is already learning and growing so much since she joined here. I’m thankful to all of them and the entire staff for their dedication, engagement, and genuine care. Great management and leadership makes a difference. For that I am thankful to Mrs. Sarah and Ms. Kimberly. I also want to give a special shoutout to Mrs. Stephanie and Ms. Cat. They are not in my kids classroom but they took the time to get to know them and are so nice to them! You can count on Mrs. Stephanie to send you lots of great photos of your kids during the day and I can guarantee your kids will love her! I can wholeheartedly recommend them to any parent navigating the challenging journey of returning to work while ensuring their child receives the best care possible. ----- Author: B P Rating: 5/5 Date: 11/9/2023, 7:02:25 PM Review: Wonderful staff and management!!!! the infant room has been a breath of fresh !! ----- Author: Kim Killian Rating: 5/5 Date: 8/16/2022, 2:43:24 AM Review: My kids have been going here for 8 months and they love it. My oldest is always excited to see his teachers and Ms. Sarah (director) and Ms. Kim (assistant director). I have seen a huge leap in his development after switching him to this daycare. My youngest is in the infant room and he is always happy to be there. I was a little nervous about putting my then 4 month old in daycare but Ms. Kelly, Ms. Sabrina and Ms. Autumn are awesome! They truly love all the babies and they get on their level to play with them.
Is this day care considered safe?
Yes
Parents repeatedly express feeling their children are safe and well-cared for, and the presence of cameras further supports this perception.
Reviews:
Author: Melisa Inanc Rating: 5/5 Date: 5/2/2024, 12:56:25 AM Review: Going back to work after maternity leave is one of the toughest transitions for any parent. For me, the search for a daycare was a big decision, a place I can trust to leave my baby and toddler. I wanted a place where my child would thrive, feel safe, and be nurtured. After much searching, I found Ladybird Academy Lake Forest, and it was a game-changer. The teachers, Ms. Kelly and Ms. Briana, in the infant classroom, immediately put my mind at ease with their warmth and kindness. Knowing my baby was in such caring hands made returning to work a little easier. I cannot imagine anyone else to watch my baby in another facility. They treat my daughter like family and I feel the same way about them. They provide a safe, nurturing and happy environment for her. I am extremely lucky to have Ms. Kelly as her teacher. She has years for experience, love of a mother and unmatched kindness and warmth. Ms. Briana has a young daughter herself and she makes sure she treats my baby with the care and love she would for her own. And that is very special. Ms. Briana in my toddler’s classroom is also fantastic. My daughter has so much fun in her classroom and she is source of comfort for her. She is already learning and growing so much since she joined here. I’m thankful to all of them and the entire staff for their dedication, engagement, and genuine care. Great management and leadership makes a difference. For that I am thankful to Mrs. Sarah and Ms. Kimberly. I also want to give a special shoutout to Mrs. Stephanie and Ms. Cat. They are not in my kids classroom but they took the time to get to know them and are so nice to them! You can count on Mrs. Stephanie to send you lots of great photos of your kids during the day and I can guarantee your kids will love her! I can wholeheartedly recommend them to any parent navigating the challenging journey of returning to work while ensuring their child receives the best care possible. ----- Author: maheshreddy sadhu Rating: 5/5 Date: 5/1/2024, 7:59:31 PM Review: So grateful to have found a daycare we can TRUST and rest assured my child is safe and taken good care of! The staff is amazing thank you Stephanie, Chelsea, Sarah & Kim! They truly pay attention to every detail, daily with my child! I watch the cameras a lot and they are so great with every child! The rooms and lobby are always super clean and my child LOVES this school! She is been going there for almost 2 years now and she's learned so much and grown to be so smart. I recommend this amazing school for your kids! Specifically this location! ----- Author: Kimberly Golden Rating: 5/5 Date: 9/16/2022, 1:33:10 AM Review: I cannot recommend Ladybird academy of Lake Forest enough! My son attended Ladybird for VPK and made great friends, learned so much and was always safe. As a parent, it can be scary to trust others with your little one, but this was never an issue here. The director and teachers were so good with communication. I was always informed on what my child was learning, what events were coming up, and how well he was doing. I appreciated the assessments that were done to give me info on how well he was progressing, and I loved that the staff took daily pictures throughout the day and posted on the app every activity. The fact that they had cameras in the classrooms was a huge deal for me, but I honestly felt my son was so safe that I hardly even looked. The VPK teachers are so kind and attentive and my son adored them. Every staff member here goes above and beyond and I really felt like we were just one big family. We were so sad to leave this year for kindergarten, but we have so many wonderful memories! Thank you, Ladybird of Lake Forest! ----- Author: Brittany Onofrio Rating: 5/5 Date: 11/1/2021, 10:08:19 PM Review: These guys are the best! We’ve been bringing our son here for 2 years and absolutely love them. It’s like a big family here and we never have to worry about our son being safe. The director, Sarah, treats our son like her own and is always available if we need her. The curriculum is consistent and we can definitely see the progress our son has made in the past year. I would recommend them to anyone!! ----- Author: Amanda Torres Rating: 5/5 Date: 5/27/2021, 9:28:29 AM Review: My son has attended Ladybird Academy Lake Forest since he was 10 months old in the infant room. We have had an absolute wonderful experience. The teachers are truly amazing and have provided such great care for our child. They keep you completely updated throughout the day with lots of pictures and status updates. As a working parent I am always wondering about the well being of my child throughout the day. My mind is at ease knowing I can check in at any moment and the teachers do a fabulous job of getting back to me extremely quickly while chasing after several toddlers. Bless them, they deserve a raise! Ms. Haley, the director, is very friendly and organized. Our son has learned and grown so much in his time there. If you’re looking to send your child into a clean, safe, and warm environment then this is your place. ❤️
Does this day care follow a specific curriculum?
Yes
Several reviews highlight a structured curriculum, including weekly lessons, and learning of letters and numbers, suggesting a special learning curriculum beyond basic childcare.
Reviews:
Author: charlee Miller Rating: 5/5 Date: 3/28/2023, 5:59:49 PM Review: I put my daughter in when she was just under 2 years old. Her teachers were A+. Incredible staff, friendly and so helpful. Always so clean. They have an awesome curriculum. So it’s not just a play around daycare. Definitely recommend ----- Author: Brittany Onofrio Rating: 5/5 Date: 11/1/2021, 10:08:19 PM Review: These guys are the best! We’ve been bringing our son here for 2 years and absolutely love them. It’s like a big family here and we never have to worry about our son being safe. The director, Sarah, treats our son like her own and is always available if we need her. The curriculum is consistent and we can definitely see the progress our son has made in the past year. I would recommend them to anyone!!
Does this day care have monitoring cameras?
Yes
Many reviews specifically mention the presence of cameras in the classrooms for parents to monitor their children.
Reviews:
Author: Priscilla Lopez Rating: 5/5 Date: 3/28/2023, 8:00:38 PM Review: My son has been with Ladybird academy since he was 6 months old and I was so nervous about putting him in daycare, but he really loves it. He actually calls it home. A little jealous, but so grateful for all the teachers and staff because I know he is well taken care of. I really appreciate how communicative Ms. Sarah and Ms. Kimberly are and so professional. I am so grateful for all the teachers and the daily actives they do. I love how Ms. Brianna has weekly lessons, has a letter and number of the week and has daily morning meets. He is learning so much. I love that they have cameras and I can check on him at any time and I get updates throughout the day about his meals, nap time and diaper changes. I love it when they send me pictures of him smiling and having fun. I 100% recommend this location who needs a daycare. I am so happy I found Ladybird Academy of lake forest. Thank you to everyone!! ----- Author: Kimberly Golden Rating: 5/5 Date: 9/16/2022, 1:33:10 AM Review: I cannot recommend Ladybird academy of Lake Forest enough! My son attended Ladybird for VPK and made great friends, learned so much and was always safe. As a parent, it can be scary to trust others with your little one, but this was never an issue here. The director and teachers were so good with communication. I was always informed on what my child was learning, what events were coming up, and how well he was doing. I appreciated the assessments that were done to give me info on how well he was progressing, and I loved that the staff took daily pictures throughout the day and posted on the app every activity. The fact that they had cameras in the classrooms was a huge deal for me, but I honestly felt my son was so safe that I hardly even looked. The VPK teachers are so kind and attentive and my son adored them. Every staff member here goes above and beyond and I really felt like we were just one big family. We were so sad to leave this year for kindergarten, but we have so many wonderful memories! Thank you, Ladybird of Lake Forest!
Working Hours
- Monday6:30AM-6:30PM
- Tuesday6:30AM-6:30PM
- Wednesday6:30AM-6:30PM
- Thursday6:30AM-6:30PM
- Friday6:30AM-6:30PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Latest Reviews
One of the best childcare facilities ever. Kimberly is a friendly, knowledgeable, caring manager. The building is organized and clean. The children are engaged in fun and educational learning activities, and the teachers are well trained. The proof is that the kids are happy. So glad our littles love it!
The VPK teachers Ms Kennedy & Ms Bri. Are my daughter's favorite so far, recognizing them for their special attention to my daughter and caring attitude.
Our kids love their Ladybird teachers! Simone, Angie, Zy and Sabrina are fantastic. Kat also makes the best breakfast for the kids! Thanks to Kim and Heather for all they do.
We’re absolutely thrilled with our experience at Ladybird! Ms. Angie, our daughter’s teacher, is just amazing. She really knows how to meet the kids’ needs with such skill. It’s no wonder she’s become our daughter’s favorite person—her loving approach truly makes a difference!
Since our child started attending Ladybird, the experience has not been short of AMAZING! All the staff members and teachers are happy to see them every day. I have seen the growth he has done in such a short amount of time. The teachers (Angie and Zy) have been such a great influence on him. I am glad we made the switch! P.S. I love how big the classrooms are especially when kids have to stay indoor when it's TOO hot or cold outside.
Thank God for LBA @ Lake Forest. We have been nothing short of amazed at how talented, caring, intelligent and compassionate these women are with our children. We especially want to give a big shoutout to Ms. Simone and Ms. Angie. Two very special women to our babies! Their love for what they do transcends onto our children's habits, developments and ways in which they carry themselves.
Our son has attended Ladybird at Lake Forest for 3 years and it has been a fantastic experience for him. Ms. Sarah and Ms. Kim are always available and care not just about him but about our whole family. Our son loves class with Ms. Caitlyn and Ms. Maya and is looking forward ot VPK with Ms. Chelsea this year.
Both many children have been at Ladybird since they were very little. We absolutely love Ladybird Academy of Lake Forest! When we drop our children off, we know they are receiving the best education in a safe and loving environment. My daughter loves her teachers, Miss Kaitlyn and Miss Mya. She even calls Miss Mya her best friend! Miss Chelsea has taught both my kids, and is a wonderful teacher! My son loves hanging out with Miss Faith, in the after school program. She has been so great with helping him deal with different emotions and communication. Miss Katherine is always so helpful and we love her fun personality and style. The staff has very much become family! Thank you Mrs. Sarah and Ms. Kimberly for running such a wonderful school, we appreciate you both for everything you do! You can feel how much of their heart is put into the way this school is ran!
I fell in love with this place, very kind people. Stephanie, my son's teacher is excellent at her job. She is very sweet and dedicated to her students, I really appreciate all the attention she has given to my son this year.
Going back to work after maternity leave is one of the toughest transitions for any parent. For me, the search for a daycare was a big decision, a place I can trust to leave my baby and toddler. I wanted a place where my child would thrive, feel safe, and be nurtured. After much searching, I found Ladybird Academy Lake Forest, and it was a game-changer. The teachers, Ms. Kelly and Ms. Briana, in the infant classroom, immediately put my mind at ease with their warmth and kindness. Knowing my baby was in such caring hands made returning to work a little easier. I cannot imagine anyone else to watch my baby in another facility. They treat my daughter like family and I feel the same way about them. They provide a safe, nurturing and happy environment for her. I am extremely lucky to have Ms. Kelly as her teacher. She has years for experience, love of a mother and unmatched kindness and warmth. Ms. Briana has a young daughter herself and she makes sure she treats my baby with the care and love she would for her own. And that is very special. Ms. Briana in my toddler’s classroom is also fantastic. My daughter has so much fun in her classroom and she is source of comfort for her. She is already learning and growing so much since she joined here. I’m thankful to all of them and the entire staff for their dedication, engagement, and genuine care. Great management and leadership makes a difference. For that I am thankful to Mrs. Sarah and Ms. Kimberly. I also want to give a special shoutout to Mrs. Stephanie and Ms. Cat. They are not in my kids classroom but they took the time to get to know them and are so nice to them! You can count on Mrs. Stephanie to send you lots of great photos of your kids during the day and I can guarantee your kids will love her! I can wholeheartedly recommend them to any parent navigating the challenging journey of returning to work while ensuring their child receives the best care possible.
