LITTLE SCHOLARS SCHOOLS
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"Where LOVE Stimulates LEARNING,
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LIFE-LONG LEARNERS Develop Their POTENTIAL"
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Little Scholars Schools Mission
To serve superbly children of the Central Arkansas Community, through Grade 2 by developing each child's full potential through loving care, superior academic services, and quality programing.
About Our Program
The first few years of a child's life are the most important. Therefore, parents who are seeking care for their child should look for more than childcare; they need a Center which will lay a solid foundation for their child's future learning.
LITTLE SCHOLARS SCHOOLS where LOVE stimulates LEARNING, prepares children mentally, emotionally, socially, and physically for life... by using age-appropriate learning materials and play activities to instill a love of learning in each student.
Standard of Learning
To meet student need for more activity and further stimulate their curiosity, classrooms are divided into an array of learning centers, which encourages each student to make personal choices and learn new skills through hands-on activities. Since center activities are rarely done independently, students soon learn from experience and teacher supervision the value and responsibility of functioning as a community.
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Where the Love of Learning Begins
Infants:
Babies learn so much during the first few months of life. They need, in fact, crave love and attention. LSS provides both through interactive experiences which develop their minds and bodies. Use of appropriate one-on-one activities involving puppets, music, and pictures stimulate a baby's development, for these activities focus on language, communication and cognitive development, as well as on small and large motor skill development.
Tiny Explorers: Big Discoveries Await!
Toddlers
Toddlers are quite active at this age, they exploring and experimenting nearly every wakeful hour. This natural developmental method gradually leads toddlers to an understanding of he world around them. LSS deepens this sense of wonder by offering more opportunities for exploration through music, imaginative activities, sand and water play, building blocks, art, scientific exploration, and reading. All of these activities foster not only language development but also encourage positive social engagement.
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Bright Beginnings: Igniting Young Minds for Academic Success!
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Preschool Students become more inquisitive and active by the day; yet they have much to learn before they are properly prepared for Kindergarten and Primary School, both of which loom on the horizon. LSS's literacy rich environment is designed to maximize student development during these formative years, it including state-approved materials supplemented by other materials that have proven their mettle through the years.
The Gift of a Better Future: Tuition Free Private School
Great News! Little Scholars Schools is Now Approved for EFA Funding! 🎉
We’re thrilled to announce that Little Scholars Schools is officially approved to receive Educational Freedom Account (EFA) funds! This means families can now apply for funding to support their child’s education with us.
Next Steps for Parents:
✅ Confirm Your Child’s Enrollment – Let us know how many students from your family will be attending.
✅ Apply for EFA Funding – Log in or create a FACTS account and complete your application at https://dese.link/efa.
✅ Reserve Your Spot – Spaces are filling quickly, so don’t wait!
Need Assistance? We’re Here to Help!
📧 ADE Support: ade.efa@ade.arkansas.gov
📞 ClassWallet Help: 877-969-5536
🌱 A bright future starts here—let’s grow together at Little Scholars Schools!
🌱 Don’t miss out—enroll today and secure your funding! 🎉
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Why Choose Tuition-Free Private School with LSS?
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High-Quality Education: Our curriculum is tailored to foster a love of learning, emphasizing creativity, critical thinking, and social skills.
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Experienced Educators: Our dedicated teachers are trained to engage young learners, ensuring they receive personalized attention in a nurturing environment.
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Small Class Sizes: We maintain small class sizes to ensure that each child receives the individual support they need to thrive.
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Engaging Field Trips: Our students enjoy field trips within the city of Little Rock, allowing them to explore local cultural attractions. These experiences enrich our curriculum and provide hands-on learning opportunities that bring lessons to life.
A Vision of Excellence: The Story Behind Little Scholars Schools
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Mr. Edman L. Sipe & Mrs. Wanda L. Sipe
In 1990, after witnessing the academic challenges facing children in Southwest Little Rock, Mr. Edman and Mrs. Wanda Sipe co-founded Professional Educators, a not-for-profit private school dedicated to serving families with limited financial and educational resources. Their vision was clear: to provide a nurturing, high-quality learning environment where every child—regardless of background—could reach their full potential.
As a reading specialist and lifelong educator, Mrs. Sipe made an immediate and lasting impact on student achievement. Her passion for early literacy, combined with Mr. Sipe’s commitment to operational excellence, created a foundation that helped hundreds of students thrive academically and personally.
In 1997, the Sipes expanded their mission by opening Little Scholars Learning Center to provide early childhood education. Mrs. Sipe personally adapted and aligned the curriculum to ensure learning continuity from toddlerhood through 9th grade—laying the groundwork for what would later become Little Scholars Schools.
With the opening of the Stanton Road campus in Spring 2005, the Sipes’ legacy of excellence continued to grow. Mrs. Sipe was instrumental not only in academic planning but also in shaping the warm, welcoming environment through her contributions to the building’s interior design.
Today, Little Scholars Schools stands as a testament to Mr. and Mrs. Sipe’s shared belief that every child deserves access to a strong academic foundation, regardless of their circumstances. Thanks to their leadership and unwavering dedication, Little Scholars students consistently achieve academic success, often testing above grade level and continuing on to pursue their dreams with confidence.
