Private Preschool · Childcare · K–8 Microschool
Personalized learning that nurtures every child's potential, from infants through 8th grade, right here in Garland.
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Private Preschool • Childcare • K–8 Microschool
Our Philosophy
Every child deserves an education that inspires curiosity, builds confidence, and prepares them for lifelong success.
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Growing Through Love and Discovery
Ages 0 - 18 Month Olds
Our infants build strong foundations through personalized experiences that support cognitive, language, physical, and social-emotional development. Individualized learning plans, play-based exploration, and introductory sign language help nurture early communication and discovery.
Exploring the World One Step at a Time
Ages 18 Month - 2 Year Olds
Our toddler program encourages curiosity through hands-on exploration, language development, movement, and play. Children build confidence, independence, and social skills while learning in a safe, nurturing environment.
Learning Through Curiosity & Creativity
Age 3 Year Olds
At age three, children become active explorers, creative thinkers, and confident communicators. Our preschool program encourages discovery through hands-on learning, imaginative play, early academics, and meaningful social experiences. Every day is designed to build independence while nurturing a lifelong love of learning.
Preparing Confident Learners for Kindergarten
Ages 4-5 Year Olds
Our Pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten through hands-on learning, literacy, math, science, creative exploration, and social-emotional development. Students build confidence, independence, and problem-solving skills while developing the academic foundation needed for future success.
Learning Beyond the School Day
Ages 5-12 Year Olds
Our Before & After School Program extends learning beyond the classroom through homework support, leadership development, entrepreneurship, STEAM enrichment, financial literacy, etiquette, and hands-on projects. Students build confidence, responsibility, and real-world skills while enjoying a safe, engaging environment led by experienced educators.
Personalized Learning & Purposeful Growth
Kindergarten - 8th Grade
Our K–8 Private Microschool offers families a personalized alternative to traditional public, charter, and large private schools. Students learn in small, multi-age classrooms where instruction is individualized, mastery-based, and designed to help every child thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Instead of teaching to the middle, we teach each student at their own level through hands-on learning, real-world projects, and meaningful relationships that inspire confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning
Our promise
At Poised for Success Learning Academy, we partner with families to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children are known, valued, and inspired to reach their full potential, today and for their future.
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Beyond The Classroom
We offer dependable and safe transportation to and from school and after-school care.
Enjoy a well-deserved evening while your child spends the night learning, creating, playing, and making new friends in a safe environment.
Personalized academic support to help students build confidence and reach their potential.
Year-round fun and enrichment with engaging camps during school breaks.
Entrepreneurship
Seventeen kidpreneurs, ages six to ten, built a product, designed a flyer, and sold to real customers. Tap anyone to see what they made.
About Us
Our programs are designed by experienced educators using developmentally appropriate, research-based teaching practices that help children build strong academic and life skills.
We nurture every aspect of a child's growth (academic, social, emotional, physical, and creative) so they develop confidence, character, and independence.
Every child learns differently. We personalize instruction to meet students where they are while helping them reach their highest potential.
Founded and led by educators with advanced degrees in education, our leadership combines classroom experience, curriculum expertise, and a passion for child development.
We believe education is most successful when families and educators work together through open communication, trust, and collaboration.
Our nurturing culture promotes respect, responsibility, kindness, and positive behavior while helping children develop meaningful relationships.
Beyond academics, we teach leadership, communication, problem-solving, creativity, and real-world skills that prepare children for lifelong success.
Meet our
Founder
Dr. Jessie Pelts is a lifelong educator and founder of Poised For Success Learning Academy. With more than 20 years of experience in education and school leadership, she is passionate about creating nurturing, high-quality learning environments where every child is empowered to grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
Our History
Since 2017, we've continued to grow our programs, campus, and educational impact while staying committed to preparing children for lifelong success.
Families
My children have excelled in the areas of both reading and math. The staff at Poised For Success includes both of my children in a very rewarding structure based on their own learning styles. I would recommend Poised For Success because the staff is very patient and they show a genuine interest in both of my children’s learning and success. When my children come to Poised For Success, it is very exciting because the atmosphere is good for them. Thank you Poised For Success for all you do and please continue to do an awesome job.Parent of 5 and 8 year old
Monthly for families
Welcome to The Poised Parent, our monthly parent-education publication from Poised For Success Learning Academy.
Each month, we’ll explore a topic designed to help families better understand how children learn, grow, and develop. We’ll also take you inside our classrooms to show what learning looks like in action, from our youngest toddlers to our Pre-K, microschool, and after-school scholars.
Our goal is simple: to strengthen the connection between home and school while giving families practical information they can use as their children grow.
09/01/2026Last Thursday, we gathered for our first Poised Café, a space intentionally created for parents and educators to slow down, talk openly, and think together.
08/01/2026Every child is growing, learning, and developing every day, but that growth doesn’t always happen at the same pace or in the same way.
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Helping Educators, Schools, & Childcare Programs Grow
Whether you’re an individual educator, childcare center, or school district, Poised for Success offers professional services designed to strengthen classrooms, improve programs, and support student success.
Professional learning opportunities designed to strengthen practice and support educator growth.
Customized solutions to improve quality, leadership, and program effectiveness.
Research-based curriculum and classroom resources designed for early childhood and K-8 learning.
Convenient professional services designed to support individuals, educators, and organizations.
Employment Opportunities
Help Shape the Future, One Child at a Time
We’re always looking for passionate educators and caring professionals who believe every child deserves an exceptional education.
Please complete the preliminary application below and we’ll contact qualified candidates to schedule an interview.
Questions families ask
Infants from birth through 8th grade, on one campus in Garland. Programs are Infant (0-18 months), Toddler (18 months-2 years), Preschool (3 years), Pre-Kindergarten (4-5 years), Before & After School (5-12 years), and the Private K-8 Microschool.
We're open Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 5:30pm. The instructional day runs 8:30am to 3:30pm, so children should arrive by 8:30am. We follow the Garland ISD schedule for bad-weather closings.
Book online in the Book a Tour section of this page. Tours are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 5:30pm, private for one family, and about 45 minutes. Book at least 24 hours ahead. For another day or time, call 469-298-3480.
Yes. Families can enroll as private pay, with a Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA), or with Child Care Services (CCS, also called CCA) through Workforce Solutions. Your child's program is the same either way. TEFA covers approved instructional days only, so holiday or non-instructional care may be private pay. Our office can help with eligibility questions.
Yes. Our after-school van picks up children ages 5-12 from Garland ISD schools on days GISD is in session and brings them back to the academy. The morning van leaves around 7:15am. Ask the office whether your child's school is on the route.
Yes. If a program is full, your child can join the waiting list. Siblings of current students get first preference, then families who have completed the interview process. Call the office for current openings.
Start with a tour, then complete the enrollment forms. All paperwork, including immunization records or a valid Texas exemption, must be approved before your child's first day. Orientation includes meeting the Director, reviewing policies, and a classroom visit.
Yes. We are accredited by the National Accreditation Commission (NAC), are a Texas Rising Star 4-Star provider (the highest rating from the Texas Workforce Commission), are approved for TEFA, and are a Cognia candidate school for our microschool program.
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