Asturia · Odessa, FL

Best Preschool in
Odessa, FL

Amazing Explorers Academy Asturia is a leading preschool in Odessa — creating a warm, innovative space where young children build the strong foundations they need for lifelong success through hands-on, curiosity-driven STEAM learning.

Ages 6wks – 12yrs Mon–Fri 6:30am–6:30pm STEAM Curriculum VPK Available
Amazing Explorers Asturia
15180 Virginia Station · Odessa, FL 33556
6 wk
Youngest
12 yr
Oldest
12 h
Daily care
STEAM
Curriculum
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adventure begins

Address
15180 Virginia Station
Odessa, FL 33556
Ages Served
6 weeks – 12 years old
Hours
Monday – Friday
6:30 am – 6:30 pm
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Amazing Explorers Asturia
15180 Virginia Station · Odessa, FL 33556
Our Mission

Empowering young minds at our
preschool in Odessa.

At Amazing Explorers Academy Asturia, our mission is to help young children discover their potential through engaging, hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and a genuine love for learning.

As a respected preschool in Odessa, we focus on building confidence, encouraging creative thinking, and inspiring every child to explore their world with excitement and purpose — ready for kindergarten and beyond.

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Curiosity-Led Learning

Children are natural explorers. Our STEAM curriculum channels that curiosity into real investigations, experiments, and creative challenges every single day.

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Confidence & Independence

Through open-ended projects and imaginative play, children build confidence, critical thinking, and a genuine love of discovery at their own pace.

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Warm Community

Families across Odessa and Starkey Ranch trust us as a partner in their child's growth — building a community where every child and family feels welcomed and valued.

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15180 Virginia Station · Odessa, FL 33556

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Safety & Security

Your child's safety is our
highest priority.

From thoughtfully designed classrooms and safe playgrounds to secure entry systems and constant supervision — every measure protects what matters most: your child.

Secure Entry Systems

Keypad-controlled access and live-stream cameras monitor all entry points at all times.

Constant Supervision

Trained educators maintain safe child-to-staff ratios with active oversight in every classroom and outdoor space.

Background-Checked Staff

Every team member undergoes thorough background checks and ongoing professional training.

Nurturing Classrooms

Thoughtfully designed spaces where children feel safe, comfortable, and inspired to explore every day.

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Safe Outdoor Spaces

Age-appropriate playgrounds designed and regularly inspected to keep children safe during every outdoor session.

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Emergency Protocols

Clear, practiced emergency procedures ensure our team responds quickly and confidently to any situation.

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CPR & First Aid Trained

All staff hold current CPR and First Aid certifications, so your child is always in prepared, capable hands.

Certified & accredited: DCF Licensed Background-Checked Staff CPR Trained Live-Stream Cameras Emergency Protocols
Future-Ready Learning

We don't use AI to teach —
we teach kids to use AI.

At our preschool in Odessa, AI helps us do what we do best: support every child's growth. Our AI system analyzes classroom assessments to give teachers a clear picture of each child's progress. Children also explore AI creatively — using it to dive deeper into Project-Based Learning and bring their ideas to life.

Critical Thinking

Kids learn to ask the right questions — not just accept answers.

AI Literacy

Understanding what AI can and cannot do, from the earliest age.

21st-Century Skills

Creators and problem-solvers in a world shaped by technology.

Personalized Learning

AI helps teachers tailor instruction to every child's unique pace.

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The students that have attended Amazing Explorers are kindergarten ready! They have a good understanding of foundational skills and early success once their kindergarten year begins.

Tiffany Plummer · Kindergarten Teacher

AEA is Different

Find Out What
Makes Us Special

Our hands-on STEAM curriculum sets us apart from traditional daycares and preschools by fueling your child's curiosity and inspiring a lifelong love of learning through 21st-century skills.

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Live Cameras
Quality Care
All Food Included
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STEAM For All
Hands-On Learning
Project-Based Learning
Early Literacy & Writing
Enrichments For All
Health & Safety
Meet Our Team

Experienced leadership
you can trust.

Christa Bannach
Director · Amazing Explorers Asturia
15+ Years Experience B.S. Early Childhood Education Middle Tennessee State University
Meet Ms. Christa Bannach

A passionate leader with 15+
years of early learning expertise.

Christa Bannach brings many years of experience in Early Childhood Education to our preschool in Windermere. With a background deeply rooted in early learning, she is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment where children feel encouraged to explore, ask questions, and grow with confidence every single day.

"Every child deserves a place where their curiosity is celebrated and their potential is nurtured — that's the heart of what we do at Asturia."

As the leader of our preschool in Odessa, Christa is committed to individualized care, warmth, and kindness — ensuring every child's unique needs are met while building strong, lasting partnerships with families across the Odessa community.

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