Looking for bilingual early education near Fort Pierce? My First Place Academy is a short drive south in Port St. Lucie, at 1991 SW Savage Blvd — an easy commute for Fort Pierce families heading toward US-1 or I-95, whether you're dropping off before work in Fort Pierce or making the academy your stop on the way into Port St. Lucie.
A Real Bilingual Program, Not a Bolt-On Spanish Class
Many Fort Pierce families already speak both English and Spanish at home, and want a program that reflects that instead of ignoring it. At My First Place Academy, immersion isn't a subject — it's how the whole day runs, from songs and stories to daily routines, across every age group we serve.
Programs Fort Pierce Families Ask About Most
Infant care. A calm, safe first environment for babies making their first transition out of the home.
VPK. Our most-requested program among families commuting from Fort Pierce and St. Lucie County more broadly — we partner with the Early Learning Coalition, and eligible four-year-olds get three free daily instructional hours regardless of family income. VPK fills quickly, so early applications matter.
Toddler and preschool classrooms (One Year through Four Years). Each age group has its own dedicated program — sensory play and language development for the youngest, structured pre-literacy and math-readiness activities as children approach kindergarten age.
Before & After School Care and Summer Camp for families with school-age children who need coverage around the school schedule.
Facility & Approach
The academy is purpose-built for early childhood: private parking, video monitoring throughout, a synthetic-turf playground, and meals coordinated with the Florida Department of Health as part of the curriculum, not separate from it. Directors Veronica and Aracelly Forero are hands-on in the classrooms day to day.
Getting Here from Fort Pierce
1991 SW Savage Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34953 Monday – Friday, 6:30am – 6:00pm (772) 446-4011
The drive from most Fort Pierce neighborhoods runs well under 20 minutes, making the academy a realistic daily option even if you're commuting further north or east for work yourself.
What to Ask Before You Decide
Any program can say it's bilingual — the real question is whether both languages show up in the ordinary moments of the day: greetings, transitions, mealtime conversation, story time. That's the pattern Fort Pierce families should listen for on a tour, and it's the same standard we hold every classroom to here, from the infant room through VPK.
Next Step
If you're weighing bilingual programs from the Fort Pierce area, come see the classrooms before you decide.