We create an atmosphere that promotes continuous growth and development in children, families, and staff. We aim to provide safe, loving, and quality care for all children entrusted to us, and to ensure each child’s needs are met. We believe that all children deserve an equal opportunity to learn and develop to their greater potential. Children should be respected as individuals and encouraged to be independent and self-motivated. This opportunity is accessible to all children and their families in a warm and accepting environment that encourages a sense of security and trust.

LaPre Academy Core Values

Our History

LaPre Enterprise was established in 2005 by co-founders LaToya Thurmond and Preneice Love. The two sisters had a vision to provide a fun and loving environment that would expose low-income children, families, and staff to new and exciting experiences.The evolution of LaPre has moved from a foundation of fun and learning to a commitment to lifelong learning. This includes empowering and motivating children, parents, and staff to pursue their goals and dreams.

LaPre Enterprise was established in 2005 by co-founders LaToya Thurmond and Preneice Love. The two sisters had a vision to provide a fun and loving environment that would expose low-income children, families, and staff to new and exciting experiences.The evolution of LaPre has moved from a foundation of fun and learning to a commitment to lifelong learning. This includes empowering and motivating children, parents, and staff to pursue their goals and dreams.  

In 2006, LaPre Enterprise began offering childcare services to the Asset Builders Annual Money Conference and has now provided service to the annual conference for over thirteen years. 

In 2007, LaPre Enterprise expanded its location by moving from a small storefront location to purchasing a Catholic Charities and Lutheran facility that later would contribute to further growth and development of the organization. In 2007, co-owner Preneice Love relinquished ownership rights to further education and pursue a career in community leadership.

In 2008, LaPre Enterprise created the Arion Marie Scholarship and volunteer program offered to teenage moms.

In 2009, co-founder LaToya Thurmond was awarded the Small Business Young Entrepreneur award for the Midwest region and Southeast region of Wisconsin.

In 2015, LaPre Enterprise was challenged by a fire and a flood which was a major setback for the organization which led to a consolidation. LaPre moved from offering services in Kenosha and Racine county to now only offering services in Racine.