Play Learn Achieve Academy, Camdenton MO

BEST PRESCHOOL AT THE LAKE! We have been sending our littles there since day one (10 years now)! Love, love, love Ms. Carina's play-based program so much! My kiddos are always so happy when they come home, and they have learned so much and made so many friends!

PLA is such a FUN school! The teachers go above & beyond for their students, they are also kind and loving. All of my children went to PLA. I actually miss taking them and seeing/learning about what they did that day. I know they were taken care of, happy, and learning what they needed to get ready for “big kid school”. Their prices are also very reasonable.

Both of my kiddos went here and ABSOLUTLEY LOVED it! Anyone who has done ANY research about how children grow, and learn, will know that giving their child the freedom to play is the best thing for them. Both of my children learned so much and developed great friendships through this school. The teachers are amazing and I would recommend PLA to anyone! Great place to be!

Carina was my sons preschool teacher for 2 years. We were very blessed to find her. She is one of the kindest and caring teachers my son has ever had. You won't find a better teacher.

Both of my kids were so fortunate to get to experience PLA! They are both in elementary school and we no longer live in the area, but I ALWAYS highly recommend PLA to anyone in the lake area that is looking for a preschool for their child. Kids learn best when playing and Miss Carina, Miss Vicki and Miss Chelsea have been amazing not only for both of my kids, but others as well. I was very picky on which school to send my kids to and did a lot of research on other schools in the area. We lived a half hour away when my kids went there and I drove that each day to make sure my kids were not only well taken care of, but a place that they loved to go to (and they learned a lot through play). If you want the best school for your kiddo, look no further! Play Learn Achieve Academy is TOP NOTCH and the lake is very blessed to have such an amazing place that is safe and fun for the kids to learn so many things!

10 out of 10 would definitely recommend. All of my children attended and learned so much. Teachers are amazing, and my kids say Ms. Vicki's food is the best!

Today I asked my son “what are you thankful for” (since Thanksgiving is coming) and he replied with:
“I’m thankful for loving Mrs Carina and Mrs Chelsea”
and I couldn’t think of a more truer statement! We have been so blessed that our son goes to a daycare where his teachers truly care about him and love him! They have supported him and helped him grow since the first moment he walked through those doors! Learning through play has been the best thing for him and we couldn’t be more excited for him to attend such an amazing school! They treat my baby like one of their own no matter what day of the week it is!
If your baby has the chance to go to this school I 1000/10 recommend them!

Amazing preschool! Carina can tell you that I am over protective and am a LOT to deal with, in order to please. They not only pleased me with their care, but also surpassed all of my expectations. I wish they had an elementary school for my son who has out-aged their program. I wish he could have had them as teachers forever!

Wonderful school and staff! I knew years before I even had my son exactly where he'd be going to preschool. He thrives here and being a high energy child, learning through play is perfect for him. Can't recommend PLA enough.

Both of my kids had the privilege to attend PLA, they are in 8th and 5th grades now. When they started kindergarten they were both ahead of where most kids are. Miss Carina is an incredible teacher with years of experience. Her and Miss Vicki both left a life long impression on both of my kids. The best part about PLA was the kids didn't even realize they were learning because they did it through play and fun activities. Every teacher at PLA cares deeply for their students and their families. If you're looking for a great learning experience for your child I highly recommend PLA.

My children attend this school, and I cannot say enough good things about it! Children learn best through play! My daughter was barely verbal when she started, and has done a complete 180. My son also attends, and he has grown so much in such a short amount of time. His previous school, he attended for a year and had no friends. He has been at PLA for a few weeks and already has friends:)

As far as the review below me, I could elaborate of what really happened, but I’ll just leave it at this: if children are afraid of your child, maybe you should reevaluate. Also, dropping your child off reeking of marijuana is not cute.

What an amazingly wonderful place for a kid to be a kid! Two of my three kids went here and were treated like more than just students. They were family to Miss Carina, Miss Vicki, and Miss Chelsea. You can tell when your child is truly loved and feels safe at school when their teacher's face lights up each time they see them and vice versa. I highly recommend this place to all.

Learning doesn’t have to be boring! I love that the curriculum is learn through play! Miss Carina, Miss Chelsea, and Miss Vicki know how to make all kiddos feel included and you can tell how much they love their kiddos! 10/10 recommend