Frequently Asked Questions

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Little Luminaries is an intentionally small preschool program designed for focused, structured early learning. Our studio model blends foundational academics, executive functioning development, and gentle behavioral support within a calm environment.

Little Luminaries Learning Academy is intentionally designed as a small, teacher-led learning studio and microschool model focused on individualized support, meaningful instruction, and intentionally limited enrollment.

Founder and educator Ayesha Boyd, M.S. Ed. continues to serve as a full-time classroom teacher. Remaining actively connected to the classroom allows LLLA to bring current, hands-on educational experience and instructional practice into the learning experiences offered through the academy.

Availability during traditional school-day hours is limited.

LLLA is not designed to operate like a traditional full-day school. Instead, services are offered during designated instructional and appointment hours, which may include after-school, evening, weekend, and virtual instruction depending on the program and current availability.

Families are encouraged to review the scheduling information for each service when determining whether LLLA is the right fit for their needs.

At LLLA, smaller is intentional.

Limited enrollment and purposeful scheduling allow for more individualized attention, thoughtful instructional planning, stronger relationships with students and families, and flexible, responsive learning experiences.

Rather than focusing on serving the greatest number of students possible, LLLA is built to serve the students we work with well.

Small by design. Personal on purpose.

We serve preschool-aged learners who benefit from small-group instruction, consistency, and individualized attention.

Yes. We welcome preschool learners identified under Exceptional Student Education (ESE), including those eligible for Florida’s Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA). All enrollment decisions are based on program fit and our ability to meet a child’s learning needs within our studio setting.

No. Our program is structured as a morning preschool experience designed to preserve focus, energy, and intentional instruction. We are not a daycare or full-day childcare program.

Yes. We work with families utilizing eligible Florida scholarship programs, including:

• Family Empowerment Scholarship – Unique Abilities (FES-UA)

• Personalized Education Program (PEP)

Scholarship use must align with approved services and funding guidelines.

Our program is intentionally small. We prioritize structure, individualized attention, and steady academic growth. Instruction is guided by an educator with a master’s degree in Special Education and over 15 years of experience in early childhood and exceptional student education.

Enrollment begins with the Interest Form. After submission, families may be invited to a discovery call to determine program fit, availability, and next steps.

Yes. Evaluation and documentation services are available for families who require formal records for scholarship compliance or home education purposes.

Yes. Select services may be offered virtually when appropriate for the student, family, and program.

Virtual services provide families with additional flexibility while maintaining the individualized, teacher-led approach that defines LLLA.

Availability varies by service.

LLLA’s schedule and programming may evolve as the academy grows.

Current availability will always be communicated through the website, registration materials, and scheduling system so families can determine whether a particular service fits their needs before enrolling.