Some students at Mommie Creationz with Mrs. Letta standing next to a large vertical sign that reads 'Science Dome' with an arrow pointing to the right, located outside in a grassy area at Pierce College during a Spring trip.
Children playing outdoors headed towards a playset in a grassy area with plants, rocks, and a fenced yard in the background.

“A thoughtful start to lifelong learning.”

A young girl is sorting colorful pom poms from small bowls on a wooden table, with a blue tray, markers, and a hand-drawn chart that indicates different colors in front of her.
Two children, a girl with a headband and a boy with a plush toy, sitting on a piano bench, playing the piano together.
A child is using their finger to write letters in colored sand in a tray on a table, with a sheet of paper showing cartoon faces of vowels nearby.
A teacher sitting on a rolling office chair laughing and interacting with a young girl, while a boy sits at a desk watching. The classroom walls are decorated with colorful educational posters, including a circle time center, days of the week, colors, and the solar system. The scene is lively and joyful.
Three young children playing in a colorful classroom with toys and decorations, including a wall with letters and a sign that says 'Garden of Good Manners'.
Colorful infographic showcasing the STEAM fields: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics, with descriptions of key activities for each field.

Welcome to MC Playground Academy

— Where Play Meets Preparation!

We are a licensed family childcare program serving children from birth through age 12, designed to be a place where joyful play and purposeful learning grow side by side. Rooted in creativity, nature, and gentle structure, our Academy blends hands‑on STEAM exploration, social‑emotional growth, and family partnership to help children thrive.

At MC Playground Academy, every child is treated with the same love and care we would want for our own family. We believe childhood should be filled with laughter, discovery, and meaningful connections — while also preparing young minds for the next steps ahead.

Whether you’re seeking full‑time care, preschool enrichment, or before‑and‑after school support, you’ll find a nurturing space where play sparks growth and preparation builds confidence. Together, we’re planting goodness in the world, one joyful moment at a time.

“MC Playground Academy was founded in 2023 by Willetta Hampton‑Simmons, a devoted mother and widow with over 20 years of experience caring for children. Known since childhood as ‘Mommie’ for her nurturing spirit, Willetta brings creativity, intentional communication, and a lifelong passion for helping young minds grow.

The Playground Academy is focused on planting goodness in the world and helping young minds grow!”

  • Hello, I’m Willetta Hampton‑Simmons, founder of MC Playground Academy.

    I opened MC Playground Academy in 2023, carrying forward more than 20 years of experience caring for children. As a widow and devoted mother, I built this program to be a place where joy, resilience, and learning come together. My promise is simple: to treat every child with the same love and respect I give my own son.

    • Psychology studies with a minor in Early Childhood Education at Eastern Washington University

    • Recipient of the Bill Gates Achievers Scholarship

    • BA in Human Resource Management from University of Phoenix

    • Master’s in Communications from Southern New Hampshire University

    • Certified childcare provider through Imagine Institute/DCYF mentorship and grant program

  • Since childhood, I’ve been known as “Mommie” for my naturally nurturing spirit. That identity continues today in my work — partnering with families to raise children in community. At MC Playground Academy, play meets preparation: children laugh, discover, and grow through hands‑on experiences, while gentle structure helps them build confidence for the future.

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