Business Details
23 Years
experience
Premier Preschool & Child Care Services
Playhouse Academy is dedicated to fostering early childhood development through personalized care and educational enrichment. Our programs are designed to nurture each child's unique potential while building foundational academic and social skills. With a team of experienced educators, we create a supportive environment where curiosity is encouraged and learning is celebrated. Parent involvement is integral to our approach, ensuring alignment between home and classroom experiences.Our curriculum emphasizes hands-on exploration, preparing children for successful transitions to formal schooling. Through structured yet flexible programming, we address the evolving needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our commitment to quality care and educational excellence has made us a trusted choice for families in Fort Worth. We continuously refine our methods to maintain leadership in early childhood education while upholding the values established at our founding.
Services
Infant Program
Toddler Program
2 Year Old Program
3 Year Old Program
Pre-K Program
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 21 years of specialized expertise in early childhood education
- Our curriculum combines structured learning with creative exploration
- We maintain low student-teacher ratios for personalized attention
- Our staff includes certified educators with extensive classroom experience
- We provide weekly enrichment classes in music, language, and motor skills
What people say
Loved and nurtured
Perfect mix of love
Well thought out curriculum
Amazing teachers
Excellent preparation for school
Services
Infant Program
Our infant program focuses on nurturing early development through personalized care and sensory exploration. We create strong bonds while introducing foundational learning experiences through play. Parents collaborate with caregivers to maintain consistent routines that support each baby's unique needs and developmental milestones.
Toddler Program
This program emphasizes language development and social skills through structured activities and peer interaction. We incorporate fine motor exercises and basic concept learning while maintaining a playful, engaging environment that supports toddlers' growing independence.
2 Year Old Program
Designed to foster independence and social awareness, this program introduces alphabet recognition and early math concepts. We focus on developing problem-solving skills and cooperative play while maintaining age-appropriate structure and support.
3 Year Old Program
This curriculum builds literacy and numeracy through hands-on activities and phonics instruction. Children develop fine motor skills through art projects and writing exercises while exploring Spanish language and basic science concepts weekly.
Pre-K Program
Our comprehensive pre-kindergarten program covers letter recognition, number skills up to 100, and basic writing. Weekly music and Spanish classes complement academic learning, while structured activities develop social-emotional skills for school success.
People
Jill Labovitz
Director
Director with 11 years of leadership experience, holding a degree in Early Childhood Education from University of Texas at Austin. Oversees daily operations and maintains educational standards established by the founding family.
Darcy Miller
Assistant Director
Assistant Director and curriculum specialist with 11 years of experience. Holds degrees in Early Childhood Education and Special Education from University of Texas. Focuses on academic excellence and teacher development.
Lindsay Weems
Two's Lead Teacher
Experienced educator with 8 years at Playhouse Academy. Graduated magna cum laude in History from University of Texas at Arlington. Creates interactive learning environments for two-year-olds while pursuing ongoing professional development.
Natalie Meek
Three's Lead Teacher
Seven-year teaching veteran with 15 years of connection to the academy. Holds a TCU degree in Early Childhood Education. Specializes in inspiring a love of learning through personalized instruction for three-year-olds.
Terri Harper
Three's Assistant Teacher
Four-year assistant teacher with extensive childcare experience. Known for exceptional care and dedication. Joined full-time after substituting for her granddaughters' classes, creating a strong teaching partnership.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We offer programs for infants through pre-kindergarten children with specialized curricula for each developmental stage.
What is your student-teacher ratio?
Our ratios range from 4:1 for infants to 8:1 for pre-kindergarten students ensuring personalized attention.
Do you offer enrichment programs?
Yes, we include weekly music, Spanish, and gross motor classes as part of our standard curriculum.
How do you prepare children for kindergarten?
Our pre-k program focuses on letter recognition, number skills, and social development to ensure school readiness.
Are meals provided?
We require children to bring their own lunches but provide structured mealtime guidance and supervision.
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