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Half Day Kindergarten

Kindergarten is M-F 9am to 2pm. We use the Orton Gillingham program for reading, Horizon's Math and Learning without Tears for writing. Class size can be anywhere from 9 to 15 children. We have two teachers with unique gifts to make this a great experience.



Melissa Martin has been an educator for over 30 years and is one of the kindergarten teachers at Little Ranchers Learning Center.  She received her bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, with a minor in dance, from Middle Tennessee State University. Melissa has worked with young children in various capacities from directing children's ministries, teaching k-5th at a daycare and teaching dance for all ages. While homeschooling her four children, she was Co-Op Director for LAF, a local homeschool organization covering preschool thru high school. Now that her kids are older, Melissa loves having this opportunity to share her passion for teaching young children while, prayerfully, instilling in them a love of learning. 


If you are interested in learning more about our Kindergarten, contact Connie Nelson


Tuition is TBT.  We are a STEP-UP provider. You can apply for the scholarship starting Feb. 15, 2026


parentally placed private school student with a disability does not have an individual right to receive some or all of the special education and related services that the student would receive if enrolled in a public school under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), as amended.


Waitlist for 2026-2027 school year coming soon. Please make note of our hours and let us know if you are looking to enroll multiple children.


Kindergarten Waitlist for August 2026








5600 Deer Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240 // connie@lwrbaptist.com - 941-552-1304


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