Parks' Place Daycare and Learning Center

09/02/2026

September is a busy, exciting month at Parks' Place, so mark these dates!

𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝗻𝗱-𝟰𝘁𝗵: PPLC Assessments
𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟴𝘁𝗵- 𝟮𝟮𝗻𝗱: be on the lookout for our T-Shirt Sale.
𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟭𝘁𝗵: Celebrate Grandparent's Day from 9:30 to 11:00am
𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟴𝘁𝗵: VPK field trip to Hands-On Museum for just $20.
𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟮𝗻𝗱: Open House from 6:30 to 7:30pm
𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟵𝘁𝗵: Smile big for Fall Picture Day!

A lot is happening, and we’re excited to share it all with your family!

09/02/2026

Parks’Place September Happening! Thank you Mrs. Reginia for doing such a good job on our September Parents’ Board!Parents can stop by to check out The September Happening . #2026

08/27/2026

Ready to make a difference in the lives of children and work with the best?

We're looking for fantastic people to join us!

We're searching for talented, energetic, positive, and fun individuals—whether you're just starting your career or have years of experience.

If you have what it takes, we want to hear from you.

Learn more and apply today >>https://parksplacelearningcenter.com/careers/

08/25/2026

Grandme Parks’ Scooter Pie mowing her sidewalk.

08/25/2026

VPK is underway at Parks’Place Learning Center! The Theme for the week is All About Me! The Book of The month is Chicka Chicka boom boom.

08/23/2026

08/23/2026

First day of classes in cohort 36 at UNF and my heart is just so full! It is never too late to chase your academic dreams. Drop a comment if you are also in school right now!

08/23/2026

Great 1st Day of Class. My acceptance in University of North Florida PhD program is so exciting. I look forward to growing in my educational journey.

08/20/2026

𝗧𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗔 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗬𝗼𝘂'𝘃𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀!)

First things first: take a deep breath. Your child WILL get there. And the most important thing you can do is follow their lead.

Here are a few gentle tips to make the process smoother for everyone:

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 — Can your child stay dry for at least 1-2 hours? Do they know when they've gone or are about to go? Do they show interest in the bathroom? These are signs they may be ready!

𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 — Accidents happen. A lot. And that's completely normal. Instead of frustration, offer reassurance: "Oops! Let's try the potty next time." Kids learn through encouragement, not shame.

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲 — Bringing your child to the potty at regular times (after waking up, after meals, before bed) helps them develop awareness and consistency.

𝗟𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹 — Give choices where you can. "Do you want the froggy potty or the big potty?" A little autonomy goes a long way.

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝘀 — A happy dance, a sticker chart, or a high five can be incredibly motivating for little ones. Celebrate effort, not just success!

Remember: every child is different.

Some are ready at 2, others closer to 3 or 4. There's no "right" timeline — just YOUR child's timeline.

We're always here to support you through this stage!

08/15/2026

Looking forward to our second week of school! Grandparents day will be the second Friday in September!