Compel Academy is a premier preschool in Hernando, MS dedicated to nurturing and educating children from infancy through Pre-K.
Open Enrollment is now open!
Our Mission
To equip minds, nurture spirits, and shape futures through quality education and a Biblical worldview.
Foundational Building Blocks
Social-Emotional Development
– Infants (0-12 months): Bonding with caregivers, responsive care, and secure attachment
– Toddlers (1-3 years): Encouraging sharing, turn-taking, and self-expression
– Preschool (3-4 years): Cooperative play, problem-solving, and developing independence
Language and Literacy
– Infants (0-12 months): Singing, talking, and reading aloud to support early communication
– Toddlers (1-3 years): Expanding vocabulary, recognizing pictures and words in books
– Preschool (3-4 years): Letter recognition, storytelling, and early writing skills
Cognitive Development
– Infants (0-12 months): Sensory play and cause-and-effect exploration
– Toddlers (1-3 years): Simple puzzles, color and shape recognition
– Preschool (3-4 years): Counting, sequencing, and hands-on STEM activities
Spiritual Development
– Infants (0-12 months): Experience God’s love through music, quiet moments, and caregiver connection.
– Toddlers (1-3 years): Practice love, kindness, and gratitude through prayer, worship movement, play, and Bible stories.
– Preschool (3-4 years): Engage with God’s Word through play and simple Scripture memorization.
Creative Expression
– Infants (0-12 months): Exposure to music, bright colors, and simple art experiences
– Toddlers (1-3 years): Finger painting, dancing, and singing along with music
– Preschool (3-4 years): Arts and crafts, pretend play, and storytelling
Nutrition
– Infants (0-12 months): Balanced meals and the exploration of tastes and textures.
– Toddlers (1-3 years): Encourage healthy eating habits and explain how food helps our bodies grow.
– Preschool (3-4 years): Learn about food groups, balanced meals, and the importance of hydration. Encourage trying new foods and making healthy choices.
Compel Academy Director
Devon Garrett
We are thrilled to welcome Devon Garrett as the Director of Compel Academy! She resides in Hernando, MS with her husband and 2 children. Her passions include spending time with her family, working out, and running! With over a decade of experience in early childhood and elementary education, Devon brings a passion for nurturing both students and educators. She has served in a variety of roles in education, developing a well-rounded perspective on what it takes to create thriving, joyful learning environments.
Devon holds an Educational Specialist degree in Accountability and Instructional Leadership, along with a Master’s in Education focused on English Language Learners. Her leadership has consistently been marked by collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to student growth. Whether she’s guiding instructional teams, mentoring new educators, or shaping curriculum with intention, Devon leads with both heart and vision.
We are honored to have her leadership as we shape families that shape the world!
We appreciate your interest in Compel Academy! We look forward to learning about your child and sharing all the wonderful opportunities that Compel Academy has to offer!
Email Us
Email Us
Hours of Operation:
Year Round, Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM beginning June 1, 2026
Address/Phone:
662-806-9904
1835 McIngvale Rd. Hernando, MS Building 2 38632
Frequently Asked Questions
To apply for enrollment at Compel Academy, simply click the Enrollment Application button at the top of the page.
• If a spot is available, you will receive a confirmation email along with an invoice to pay
the $200 registration fee.
• If all spots are currently filled, you’ll be notified that your child has been placed on our waiting list. Waitlist fee is $25 per child and $50 max per family, non-refundable
Submitting an application does not guarantee enrollment. Families will be contacted with their child’s status after review.
To secure your child’s spot, you must be enrolled in our full-time care.
Tuition is paid in full regardless of attendance.
During the summer, you may unenroll temporarily to avoid tuition for those weeks; however, we cannot guarantee your child’s spot will still be available in the fall.
Yes. We are open to tours. Please call or email to schedule a time to tour the facility with our administrative staff.
Tuition details can be found in our Comprehensive Guide, which will be emailed to you separately. For more information, please email us at info@compel.academy.
Included in tuition:
• Breakfast, lunch, and two daily snacks
• Baby wipes
• Integrated STEM lessons
• Enrichment-focused curriculum
• Daily reports and communication via our app
• Starting June 1, our hours will be 6:30am-5:30pm.
Yes. Upon registration, the following fees apply:
• $200 Registration Fee for Preschool (per student)
• $100 Registration Fee for Afterschool (per student)
The fee includes each child’s supplies!
Yes! We offer a 10% sibling discount for children in the Toddler class and up, but this does not include after school care!
As a licensed facility, Compel Academy follows the Mississippi State Department of Health
(MSDH) standards for caregiver-to-child ratios:
• Infants: 2 teachers for every 10 children
• Toddlers: 2 teachers for every 12-16 children
• 2K: 2 teachers for every 15-16 children
• 3K: 2 teachers for every 20 children
• 4K: 2 teachers for every 20 children
• Transitional Kindergarten (TK): 1 teacher for every 16 – 20 children
All classrooms are additionally supported by administrative staff and classroom floaters to ensure high-quality care and coverage.
Yes, we do have potty training expectations by age group:
• 4-year-olds must be fully potty trained before starting the program in August.
• 3-year-olds must be actively potty training and fully trained by the time they return after
Christmas break. Children who are not fully potty trained are required to wear pull-ups.
Career Opportunities
Compel Academy is a new, full service preschool offering care and education for children from infancy through Pre-K set to open in January 2026. Our mission is to equip minds, nurture spirits, and shape futures through quality education and a Biblical worldview. We are looking to add to our team!
Compel Academy Teacher
Teacher Job Description
Compel Academy Teacher Application
Floater
Floater Job Description
Compel Academy Floater Application
Substitute
Substitute Job Description
Compel Academy Substitute Application