Our Story · Nuestra Historia

A School Built on
Love & Learning

My Little Giants Day School was founded with one purpose: to create a place where Tampa's youngest learners feel safe, celebrated, and inspired every single day.

My Little Giants Day School fue fundada con un propósito: crear un lugar donde los niños más pequeños de Tampa se sientan seguros, celebrados e inspirados cada día.

Since opening our doors, we've had the privilege of walking alongside over 1,000 Tampa families — from a child's very first day of school to their proud Full Time VPK graduation. Every milestone matters to us, because your child matters to us.

Our Mission · Nuestra Misión

Nurturing the Whole ChildNutriendo al Niño en su Totalidad

"To provide every child with a safe, joyful, and enriching early learning experience that nurtures their whole self — building the confidence, curiosity, and character they need to thrive in school and in life."
"Brindar a cada niño una experiencia de aprendizaje temprano segura, alegre y enriquecedora que nutra su ser completo — construyendo la confianza, curiosidad y carácter que necesitan para prosperar en la escuela y en la vida."

We believe the early years are the most important years. The experiences, relationships, and habits formed between ages 1 and 5 shape who a child becomes. That's why we take our responsibility seriously — and why we pour our hearts into everything we do.

NAC Accredited

National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs

20+

Years Serving Tampa

1,000+

Families Enrolled

1:11

Teacher Ratio

Bilingual Education · Educación Bilingüe

A School Where Two Languages
Open Doors

My Little Giants Day School is a bilingual school — we teach in both English and Spanish. From morning circle to afternoon play, both languages are woven naturally into every part of the day. Children don't just learn two languages; they think, feel, and grow in two languages.

Nuestra escuela es un ambiente bilingüe donde los niños aprenden, juegan y crecen en inglés y español. Creemos que el bilingüismo es un regalo para toda la vida.

Bilingual classroom instructionEnglish & Spanish songs and storiesCulturally inclusive curriculumNative-level language immersion

What We Stand For · Lo Que Defendemos

Our Core ValuesNuestros Valores Fundamentales

Nurturing Care

Every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and loved. We build warm, trusting relationships that give children the confidence to explore and grow.

Curiosity-Led Learning

We follow each child's natural curiosity, designing experiences that spark wonder and build a lifelong love of learning through play and discovery.

Community & Belonging

Families are partners in education. We communicate openly, celebrate milestones together, and build a school community where everyone belongs.

Safety First

From our secure facilities to our rigorous staff screening, the safety and well-being of every child is our highest priority — always.

Excellence in Education

As a NAC Accredited school, we hold ourselves to the highest standards in early childhood education — continuously improving our curriculum and teaching practices.

Whole-Child Development

We nurture every dimension of development — cognitive, social, emotional, and physical — so children grow into confident, capable, and compassionate people.

The People Behind the Magic · Las Personas Detrás de la Magia

Meet Our TeamConozca a Nuestro Equipo

Our bilingual educators are carefully selected for their passion, experience, and genuine love for children. Every member of our team is background-checked, trained in CPR and first aid, and committed to ongoing professional development.

Owner & VPK Instructor

Adriana Collins

M.Ed. Early Childhood Education

Adriana founded My Little Giants Day School with a simple belief: every child deserves a school that feels like a second home. As owner and Full Time VPK instructor, she brings her master's-level expertise directly into the classroom — leading our team with warmth, vision, and an unwavering commitment to every family we serve.

Director

Ted Collins

B.S. Business Administration

Ted oversees the day-to-day operations of My Little Giants Day School, ensuring every family receives a seamless, supportive experience from enrollment through graduation. His business background and deep commitment to the school's mission keep our community running smoothly.

Assistant Director & VPK Instructor

Daniel Aristizabal

A.A. Early Childhood Education

Daniel brings energy, creativity, and a genuine passion for early learning to both his leadership role and his VPK classroom. He supports families, mentors staff, and creates an environment where every child feels seen and celebrated.

2-Year-Olds Teacher

Erika Bastidas

Early Childhood Education

Erika brings creativity and patience to every classroom moment. Her play-based approach and gift for connecting with young learners makes her classroom a place where children thrive.

3-Year-Olds Instructor

Nadia Eiyas

Early Childhood Education

Nadia has a special gift for working with our youngest learners. Her calm, nurturing presence and deep understanding of toddler development creates a classroom full of joy and discovery.

Our Philosophy · Nuestra Filosofía

Play Is the Work of ChildhoodEl Juego es el Trabajo de la Infancia

We believe children learn best when they feel safe, engaged, and joyful. Our bilingual curriculum is rooted in play-based learning — not because it's easy, but because it's the most powerful way young children develop language, critical thinking, creativity, and social skills.

Creemos que los niños aprenden mejor cuando se sienten seguros, comprometidos y alegres. Nuestro currículo bilingüe está arraigado en el aprendizaje basado en el juego.

Every activity in our classrooms is intentionally designed to meet children where they are and gently stretch them toward where they're going — always at their own pace, always with encouragement.

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Come See Us in Person

Venga a Visitarnos en Persona

Words only go so far. Schedule a free tour and experience the warmth of My Little Giants Day School for yourself — we'd love to meet your family. / Las palabras solo llegan hasta cierto punto. Programe una visita gratuita y experimente la calidez de nuestra escuela.