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Tadpole Prep Early Learning Center
EARLY LEARNING CENTER IN ST. AUGUSTINE, FLLittle Learners. Big Futures.

A Loving Place to Learn, Play & Grow.

Tadpole Prep is a nurturing early learning center in St. Augustine for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years — where little learners build confidence, friendships and a strong foundation for what comes next.

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Ages 6 Weeks–5 YearsMonday–Friday7:00 AM–5:30 PMSt. Augustine, FL
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Welcome to Tadpole Prep

Where Little Learners Feel Right at Home.

Choosing care for your child is a big decision. At Tadpole Prep, we believe children learn best when they feel safe, known and encouraged.

Our St. Augustine early learning center provides a warm, engaging environment for children from infancy through preschool, with caring teachers, meaningful play and everyday opportunities to build confidence, independence and friendships.

From those first classroom experiences to preschool graduation, we’re here for all the little moments that lead to big growth.

  • A Place to Belong

    Warm relationships and a welcoming environment help children feel comfortable and confident.

  • Learning Through Play

    Purposeful play gives children opportunities to explore, create, communicate and discover.

  • Teachers You Can Know

    Real teachers and real relationships are at the heart of the Tadpole Prep experience.

  • Growing Together

    Children can grow with Tadpole Prep from their earliest classroom experiences through preschool graduation.

Meet Tadpole Prep
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Two young children playing together with colourful stacking toys at a classroom table.
Growing With Your Child

A Place for Every Stage.

From those earliest infant snuggles to the excitement of preschool graduation, Tadpole Prep gives children a place to feel known, supported and excited to learn as they grow.

Not sure which program is right for your child? Contact our team

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The Heart Behind Tadpole Prep

Meet Lauren & Our Teachers

The people caring for your child matter. At Tadpole Prep, Lauren and our teachers work together to create a warm, welcoming place where children feel known, encouraged and excited to learn.

Get to know the people behind the little moments that make each day at Tadpole Prep special.

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From First Days to Big Milestones

Ready for What's Next.

Preschool is full of big changes in little ways. Children begin doing more for themselves, building friendships, asking bigger questions and discovering just how much they can do.

At Tadpole Prep, purposeful play and everyday learning experiences help preschoolers build confidence, independence and skills that support their next step.

And when that next chapter arrives, we celebrate just how far they've come.

  • Play
  • Grow
  • Graduate
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Every Day at Tadpole Prep

Little Moments Make the Best Memories.

Learning happens in so many ways — through creating, exploring, reading, playing, laughing and growing together.

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A young child stacking colorful wooden blocks into a tall tower on a classroom rug.
Two young children laughing together while playing with wooden toys on a classroom floor.
A teacher reading a picture book to a small group of young children seated on a rug.
Young children running and smiling on a sunny grassy playground with a wooden play structure behind them.

There's always something happening at Tadpole Prep.

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From Our Families

Loved by Tadpole Families.

Choosing care for your child is a big decision. Hearing from families who have walked through our doors can make that decision a little easier.

  • Our daughter attended Tadpole Prep from Feb 2020 - August 2025 (graduating VPK). The teachers and staff were loving and caring treating us as family. I always felt our daughter was more than safe and never had to worry about her while she was at school. When I was approached with the offer of a summer camp for summer 2026, our daughter could not wait to go back to the teachers she missed so much! She spent this summer learning and having a blast while I knew she was safe and loved. I would (and have) 100% recommend Tadpole to friends and family.
    Lauren Ann Callum12 reviews · 1 photo
  • Tadpole has become a second home to us. The staff is always caring and attentive. Everyone knows our son and we never feel like we're leaving him with someone who doesn't know him. We receive picture updates throughout the day, which we love. Highly recommend Tadpole Prep!
    Stacy Pearson3 reviews
  • We've had such a wonderful experience with this daycare! From the very beginning, the staff has been warm, attentive, and genuinely caring toward our child. It gives us so much peace of mind knowing our little one is in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment every day. The teachers go above and beyond to create fun, educational activities that help the kids learn and grow. We've seen such positive development in our child's social skills, confidence, and curiosity since starting here. Communication with parents is also excellent—they keep us informed and involved, which we really appreciate. It truly feels like a community. We're so grateful to have found this daycare and highly recommend it to any parent looking for a place where their child will be loved and supported!
    Candace Taylor3 reviews · 2 photos
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Planning for Your Little One

Tuition & Enrollment Made Simple.

View current 2026–2027 weekly tuition rates for Infant, Toddler and Preschool programs, then schedule a tour to learn more.

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Three steps to enroll at Tadpole Prep

  1. 01Explore TuitionSee the details.
  2. 02Schedule a TourCome see us in person.
  3. 03Start EnrollmentTake the next step.
For Parents, Too

Helpful Resources for Your Family.

Helpful guidance for navigating the little milestones, big decisions and everyday moments of early childhood.

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Come Say Hello

The Best Way to Know Is to Come See Us.

Choosing an early learning center is personal. Come walk through Tadpole Prep, meet our team, see our classrooms and get a feel for the place your little one could call their own.

We’d love to welcome your family.

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Ages 6 Weeks–5 YearsMonday–Friday7:00 AM–5:30 PMSt. Augustine, FL
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