Our academy provides educational/play-based curriculum for all students. This is built into our daily schedules along with play time. Each child chooses where they want to play. We encourage independent ideas and self expression when playing to let each child grow!
Our academy offers two scheduled snacks, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. We follow the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) for breakfast and lunch.
The 2025-26 school year is right around the corner and we would like to share a few important dates and times: Open House Nights: Back to school open houses for all schools — Pierceton Elementary School — South Whitley Elementary
Join Whitko Early Learning Academy for a fun filled summer of weekly themed day camps! The summer day camps are open to children ages infant to 12-years-old. Register for a single week or multiple sessions June 9-August 1. Weekly pricing:
The Whitko Early Learning Academy (WELA) provides a wide range of services for pre-K and K-6 students in Whitley and Kosciusko counties. Play-based learning, creative curriculum, and skill-building activities help children develop and grow from infants to 12-years-old. WELA is
The entire staff at Whitko Early Learning Academy look forward to welcoming your child to the Little Cats program.
The first student day for the 2025-2026 school year is Thursday, August 14.