Premier Childcare Center in Central FL

LIGHT YEARS AHEAD

Two great locations providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children ages 12 weeks to 12 years old.

Academic Excellence & Quality Childcare In Central Florida

Starts Here

At Light Years Ahead we are dedicated to fostering lifelong learners through a research-backed curriculum while providing the flexible hours and dependable care modern families need.

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Flexible Hours

Mon- Fri | 7:00am-6:00pm

Full & Part Time

Spots Available

Enrolling Ages

12 weeks - 12 Years Old

Accepting VPK &

School Readiness (4C)

Quality Curriculum

STEAM Integration

Healthy Cooked Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Snack

Now Open: Our New Apopka Location!

We are excited to bring the Light Years Ahead difference to the Apopka community!

Our newest campus features state-of-the-art learning environments, new playground facilities, and highly-trained educators.Space is limited for our VPK and Preschool programs.

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Florida's Leading Childcare Program!

Where Every Child Shines Bright

At Light Years Ahead, we’re proud to be one of Orlando and Apopka leading child care providers. Our mission is to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where your child can grow, learn, and thrive.

With a team of experienced and compassionate educators, we offer a wide range of programs tailored to meet the unique needs of every child—from infants to preschoolers. Whether it’s early learning, social development, or school readiness, we’re here to support your child’s journey every step of the way.

Light Years Ahead — Guiding Little Minds Toward a Bright Future.

Childcare Your Family Deserves

More About Us

At Light Years Ahead, we believe that children learn through being, doing, feeling, and thinking. We understand that the early years are crucial for your child's development. That's why we offer a nurturing and stimulating environment where your child can thrive. Our dedicated and trained staff provide personalized care, ensuring that each child's unique needs and developmental pace are respected and supported.

Holistic Development:
We focus on every aspect of your child's growth - physical, emotional, social, cognitive, and spiritual. Our approach ensures a well-rounded development, preparing your child for future success.
Engaging Curriculum:
Our curriculum, Learning Beyond Paper, is designed to foster a love for learning through hands-on experiences and interactive activities. It helps children explore the world’s rich diversity and encourages them to think critically and creatively.
Inclusive Environment:
We celebrate and teach respect for all cultures, heritages, genders, and abilities. Your child will learn to appreciate and embrace differences, fostering a sense of community and empathy.
Safe and Healthy:
Your child's health and safety are our top priorities. We provide nutritious meals and snacks and maintain a secure and clean environment where your child can play, learn, and grow.

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What Parent's Say

I don’t even know where to start. Light Years Ahead Academy has been an absolute blessing for my family! My 4-year-old daughter has truly flourished since starting there. I can't say enough about the warmth and care she receives every single day. Miss Savannah and Miss Zariya have been phenomenal teachers—so patient, kind, and dedicated. It's clear they genuinely care about every child’s growth and happiness, and I’ve seen such positive changes in my daughter's confidence and social skills since being in their classrooms.

Lacey N.

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My kids attend Light Years Ahead Academy and they love it. All of the teachers are attentive, my little ones are learning and the older two get help with homework, my two older kids were a little bummed about still having to go to daycare because they felt they were too old but every day they leave with a smile on their faces and stories to tell me and are excited to come back. We love Ms Anita and the whole crew.

Paige S.

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I can’t say enough good things about Light Years Ahead. A couple of years ago we moved to Florida from Wisconsin with our 5 daughters. In Wisconsin, we were at our same daycare for 12 years so we were hoping to find one similar in Florida. One that focuses on social skills, provides unconditional support and love as our littles are discovering who they are, and one that helps them prepare for elementary. It took us over 6 months to find Light Years Ahead and we are so grateful we did. Both the owners and the teachers have been so great to our daughter - helping her grow and develop as a person. She is now starting kindergarten and is ready. Academically, she knows her alphabet, can count almost to 100, knows how to write her name, and is just starting to read as she sounds out the words. But even more importantly - she was treated as an individual and they adapted to a style that worked best for her. We so highly recommend Light Years Ahead and are grateful for the time our daughter spent there.

Katie L.

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I have 3 kids my oldest is in school , I have a 3 and 1 year old I am also a single mom. As parents we worry about our kids all the time whoever they’re with…. But when I tell you I don’t have to worry about my kids while they are at school I can CONFIDENTLY say I don’t have to worry about my kids… I know they are SAFE and sssooooo LOVED it really makes me emotional 😭.

Alyssia S.

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Light Years Ahead Difference?

Where Every Child Shines Bright

Our new Apopka and established Altamonte Springs campuses are enrolling now for VPK and early childhood programs. Spaces are filling quickly.Click below to select your preferred location and book your private tour today!

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