Little Oak Academic Preschool

Play-Based Academics Led by a Licensed Elementary School Teacher

Program Type
Family Child Care

Basics

Snacks
3 per day
Potty Training
Not Required
Language(s) Supported
English and Spanish
Ratio
1:5 teachers to children
Pay Schedules
Monthly and Weekly
Subsidized Care
Accepted
Philosophy
Reggio Emilia-inspired

Our Teachers

Beth Eaton, M.Ed. served 15 happy years as a public school Elementary teacher, teaching Pre-K, Kindergarten and 4th grade with great results. She knows how to prepare your child, with joy and fun, for the path ahead. She holds an active Post-Graduate Professional License with the Virginia Department of Education, Pre-Kindergarten through 6th grade.

Philosophy

At our early childcare facility, we value the Science of Play. Our approach focuses on preparing your child for the academic journey by nurturing confidence, wonder, curiosity, and joy. Led by our founder and Director, Beth Eaton, M.Ed., who carries a Post-Graduate Professional license with the Virginia Department of Education. In line with this, we believe that children thrive in an environment that encourages exploration, experimentation, and play with educational tools. Our goal is to equip your child for the future through play-based academic guidance, ensuring their cognitive development is supported along the way.

Location

Located on a shady 1/2 acre on Seaside Rd. just outside of Cape Charles, VA.

Rhythm of the Day

  • 8:30
    Arrival
  • 8:45
    Circle Time
  • 9:15
    Centers
  • 9:45
    Small Group Reading & Math Instruction
  • 10:00
    Science & Snack
  • 10:30
    Recess
  • 11:30
    Lunch
  • 12:30
    Story Time
  • 1:00
    Rest Time
  • 2:00/3:00
    Afternoon Snack
  • 3:00
    Art / Music
  • 3:30
    Recess/Park/Wagon Rides
  • 4:00
    Technology & Free Play
  • 5:30
    End of Dismissal Window

2025-2026 School Calendar

  • August 4, 2025
    First Day of School, New Academic School Year
  • August 29- September 1, 2025
    Labor Day Holiday: No School
  • Oct 13, 2025
    Staff Development: No School
  • Nov 26-28, 2025
    Thanksgiving Break
  • Dec 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026
    Winter Break
  • Jan 19, 2025
    MLK Day/Staff Development Day: No School
  • Apr 5-10
    Spring Break
  • May 22-25
    Memorial Day Holiday Weekend: No School
  • Jun 19
    Staff Development Day: No School
  • Jul 1-31
    Summer Break
Have questions about the program?
Message the Program Director directly to learn more.
Beth Eaton, M.Ed.
Program Director