Our founder

Smiling woman wearing glasses and colorful "TEACH" earrings in a yellow polo shirt.

With a long line of educators on my mother’s side, teaching has always been part of who I am. I became a certified Florida educator for Birth through Grade 6 and began my career as an elementary school teacher. After becoming a first-time mom, I recognized the need for high-quality, relationship-based early childhood education in our community. That vision became Little Dreamers Preschool.

I hold a Master of Education in Early Childhood Education Policy from the University of Florida, where I studied how research, leadership, and policy can improve outcomes for young children and the educators who serve them. I continue to collaborate with the University of Florida on statewide early childhood initiatives through the Preschool Development Grant (PDG), supporting efforts to strengthen early learning programs across Florida. I am also a CDA Professional Development Specialist and hold a National Administrator Credential through the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation.

My passion is creating exceptional learning environments where children thrive, teachers feel supported, and families feel connected. Every decision we make at Little Dreamers is rooted in quality, relationships, and a commitment to giving children the strongest possible foundation for lifelong learning.

I look forward to personally welcoming your family to the Little Dreamers community!

Sandibel Santizo, M.A.E.,

Founder and Director

Our Teachers

Our teachers are certified through the Department of Children and Families and maintain active CPR and First Aid credentials. Every lead teacher holds a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or higher, ensuring a strong foundation in early childhood education.

We are committed to ongoing professional development, offering annual training in Conscious Discipline, developmentally appropriate practices, classroom management, early literacy, and motor skill development. We take pride in cultivating a positive, growth-minded workplace—because we believe happy teachers create happy classrooms.