Child Daycare & PreschoolsLafayette, LA

Progressive Child Development Academy

4.4(7 reviews)

About

Progressive Child Development Academy is a child daycare & preschools daycare located at 125 Gallian St, Lafayette, Louisiana LA. Find contact info, location details, and similar daycares nearby.

What Parents Say

Progressive Child Development Academy (UL CDC) receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising exceptional teacher quality, educational programs, and child development outcomes. The facility is noted for cleanliness, responsive administration, and strong parent communication. However, one serious allegation of physical discipline was reported.

Knowledgeable and caring staffhands-on learning and curriculumclean facilitiesstrong social-emotional developmentresponsive administrationpositive teacher-child relationshipsfamily eventssuccessful behavior interventionkindergarten preparation
Allegation of physical discipline (whipping) by staff member

Recent Reviews

4 years ago

Working and studying at UL Lafayette years prior to having my own children, I knew the reputation of the UL CDC was extremely positive. Both of my children now attend the center (and have since the week they turned one). The teachers and staff have gone above and beyond my expectations. My oldest, who is now four, adores going to "school." The hands-on and learning that takes place keeps his curious mind engaged. Not only is the education and learning exceptional, but the care the children receive is second to none. I am consistently impressed with how well the teachers and staff know my children, even teachers of other classes. This seems to be the case for all of the children at the center. They take education and care to another level, teaching valuable social and life skills. I credit so much of my children's adaptability and curiosity to the CDC. They nurture the children's playful spirits, while also setting reasonable expectations on respecting others and rule following. The teachers and staff love what they do and it is evident. As a bonus, the facilities are top-notch. I know the day my oldest son leaves will be a sad day. We are so grateful that we had the opportunity to send our children to the Child Development Center.

4 years ago

I cannot say enough good things about UL Lafayette's Child Development Center. When my daughter started in the toddler class I was nervous because she'd only ever been with me. The staff was incredible and by the end of the first day she was so attached to her teachers. They even put up with me randomly stopping by and calling every day the first week. LOL. Every class she's been in as she's progressed has been amazing. She's learning so much and is becoming so social. This place is exceptional. I love that when we walk through the building everyone adult, including the director, knows my child's name and mine. Any question I've had has been addressed immediately. All of the administration is very responsive. If I email anyone there I get a response in a couple of hours. Everyone is friendly, the facility is clean and engaging, and the events they through for families are such a fun time. Can't wait for my youngest to start this fall!

a year ago

The staff here is amazing. My daughter absolutely loved going here. The whole facility is extremely clean and there are so many great activities to prepare your little ones to put on their big kid pants and step into kindergarten.

2 years ago

This place literally changed our lives. My daughter was having such a rough time adjusting to school. Two other schools were not a good fit, she was developing a biting issue and none of the daycares wanted to deal with it. We started here when she was 2 and they were so patient, worked with her one on one daily to redirect that behavior and create healthier habits. She’s thriving here and this place has become such a blessing. Couldn’t recommended more!!!

3 years ago

I totally love UL CDC for my son. All teachers and staff have been super awesome to him since he turned 1. He looooves school and he has learnt and grown so much. Would definitely recommend this daycare without any reservations.

Frequently asked questions

Progressive Child Development Academy is a child daycare & preschools childcare facility located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The facility has a capacity of 50 children.
Progressive Child Development Academy has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 7 parent reviews. Read the full reviews on this page to see what parents appreciate about this facility and any areas for improvement.
To enroll your child at Progressive Child Development Academy, contact the facility directly to inquire about availability, schedule a tour, and learn about their enrollment process. Be prepared to provide your child's age, any special needs or allergies, and your preferred schedule. Many facilities have waitlists, so it's best to inquire early.
You can verify the licensing status of Progressive Child Development Academy through Louisiana's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities in Louisiana must meet state standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios.

Contact Information

Address
125 Gallian St, Lafayette, Louisiana 70501
County
LAFAYETTE

Details

Daycare Type
Child Daycare & Preschools
Capacity
50 children
Status
OPEN
Coordinates
30.22735, -91.9946

Quality Rating

Performance Profile

Level 4 out of 5

High Proficient

This rating is part of the state's Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS). Trained evaluators assess staff qualifications, learning environment, curriculum, and family engagement — standards that go beyond basic licensing requirements.

What do the levels mean?

Level 1: Meets basic licensing standards.

Level 2: Exceeds licensing with some quality improvements in place.

Level 3: Demonstrates strong practices in curriculum and staff development.

Level 4: High quality across most assessed areas.

Level 5: Highest quality — excels in all areas of assessment.