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We have 93 preschools in Madison, WI! Compare and find the best preschool to fit your needs.

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7161 - La Petite Academy on Schroeder Rd

6514 SCHROEDER RD MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

6 mi

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We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs. Learn more about our educational daycare for infants and above, plus before- and after-school care, enrichment programs, summer camp, and Flex Care.

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7158 - La Petite Academy on Fourier Drive

1222 FOURIER DR MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

7 mi

Child care
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs. Learn more about our educational daycare for infants and above, plus before- and after-school care, enrichment programs, summer camp, and Flex Care.

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7149 - La Petite Academy on S. Dutch Mills Rd

3801 S DUTCH MILL RD MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

4 mi

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We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs. Learn more about our educational daycare for infants and above, plus before- and after-school care, enrichment programs, summer camp, and Flex Care.

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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King's Kids Academy

8133 MANSION HILL AVE MADISON, WI

5.0(7)

8 mi

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
King’s Kids Academy is committed to providing high quality child and family care in a nurturing, supportive and encouraging Christ-centered program. We believe we accomplish this best when we inspire children, parents, teachers, and leaders to be their best selves. We inspire by supporting learning, teaching, leading, and building relationships that strengthen individuals, build community, and glorify God.

Care Member says "As a teacher and a parent, KKA is much more than a child care center. It is a family like atmosphere of folks who truly care for one another and take...

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The Learning Gardens

441 S Rosa Rd MADISON, WI

5.0(2)

5 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
The Learning Gardens Child Development Center, a local leader in early childhood education and childcare, is a licensed and accredited center, receiving a 5-star rating from YoungStar. Through our infant, toddler, preschool, 4k, and school age programs, we work with and support families with infants as young as six weeks old up to age 10. We believe young children learn best through active involvement in an environment which is caring, child-directed, developmentally appropriate, educationally enriching, and embracing diversity.

Care Member says "We feel incredibly lucky to have found this daycare. From the moment we walked through the doors, we knew our children would be in loving, capable...

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2 For 1 And Twice The Fun

107 Emma Court Madison, WI

4 mi

This is a mini business of 2 friends who love kids and making their day awesome with babysitters. That's where we got our slogan "2 for 1 and Twice the fun!". We both have very little children in our family that we take care of one being my nephew in the photo above but we also want to extend that to help other families who need the help. It could be for a busy day or date night. We are both still high school students so some times of day aren't available but after it's totally open for anyone.
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Meeting House Nursery School Inc

900 UNIVERSITY BAY DR MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

3 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Meeting House Nursery School, Inc. provides children with a play based curriculum in a welcoming environment that encourages exploration, celebrates the individual, and fosters meaningful relationships. MHNS is a part-time nursery school that allows for flexible schedules for children age 2-5. We are a city accredited fully licensed group center MHNS fosters learning through play in our individual classrooms as well as our outdoor learning environments. Please visit our website meetinghousenurseryschool.org for more information

christine W. says "Absolute best place you can send your kids to preschool! Teachers are caring, attentive and fun! Safe environment. I personally love Meeting House...

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Creek Day School Inc

2509 MCDIVITT RD MADISON, WI

4.0(8)

3 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Creek Day School has been providing quality childcare to the Madison community for more than 45 years. We are a small center licensed for 35 children ages 2 - 5 providing lots of individual attention to children. Creek bases its program on the philosophy that play is the fundamental learning experience. Our goal is to provide children with a variety of play experiences and structured learning situations that foster social, problem-solving and self-help skills. Children learn to treat others with respect and develop a strong sense of community. Creek Day School has a Youngstar rating of 5 stars and is accredited by The City of Madison Childcare Unit.

Care Member says "We moved to Creek from a big box daycare center and could not be happier! Our two kids get to play together and we love it. The outdoor play space is...

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Angel Academy

4809 Camden Road Madison, WI

5.0(1)

4 mi

Angel Academy is a small in-home Christian childcare experience with an added preschool education environment. Through Bible Lessons and preschool education we learn about ourselves and the world around us. As owner/operator I believe childcare is an extension of your family and needs to be a good fit between the provider and the family. I have been extremely blessed with families that have been here since infancy and have added siblings throughout the years. As my sweet Angels grow and head off to full day Kindergarten this fall I am looking for another special family to join our group and to complete our picture. I have an extensive background in childcare from being a classroom teacher (all age levels), a large center director and now the owner/operator of my own small in-home childcare. I have CPR Certification, First Aid, SIDS, and Shaken Baby education. I also have excellent references. My program consists of play, education, outdoor activities, rest period, nutritious meals and snacks, love, giggles, adventures and much more!

Jen W says "We had a wonderful experience at Angel Academy. Miss Wendy and her staff go above and beyond the average in-home daycare. In particular, I appreciated her...

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UNIVERSITY AVENUE Discovery Center

1609 University Ave Madison, WI

4.0(5)

1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
International
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
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At University Avenue Discovery Center, our pursuit is to emphasize equality, solidarity, emotional literacy, and exploration of the arts within our classrooms and surrounding community. It is our goal to build on a child s academic foundation with play-based learning, hands-on experimentation, group discussions and use of local resources as an extension of our classroom environments. UADC is committed to working cooperatively with all families to foster an interwoven community that supports and enriches our shared experiences. We provide individualized, child driven programming for learners aged 2 years 9 months -10 years old and support for their families in the heart of Madison. We open at 7:15 and close at 5:30 M-F

Lindsy B. says "UADC is a warm and charming place to be with excellent staff and education for your children. Home-cooked meals on site, great and consistent programming...

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VA Kids Center Inc

2500 Overlook Ter Madison, WI

5.0(1)

4 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
The VA Kids Center is one of two federal non-profit child care centers in Wisconsin; we are located just steps from the VA and UW Hospitals in Madison, Wisconsin. Since 1996, we have been providing high-quality early care and education to children ages 6 weeks to 4 years. Adjacent to the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, we are open year round to all members of the community. The VA Kids Center is licensed by the State of Wisconsin and meets or exceeds all federal regulations for VA Child Care Centers. Our staff is highly qualified and enjoy giving children a lifelong love of learning and discovery! The VA Kids Center (VAKC) is devoted to providing a nurturing and caring early education experience for all of the children in our center. VAKC is open to the public however, tuition discounts and wait list preference are given to VA Hospital staff and other federal employees. VA Kids Center is licensed for twenty-eight children and provides families with low teacher to child ratios. Our infant rooms group sizes are 3 children with one teacher or 6 children with two teachers. Our one year old rooms have a maximum group size of four with one teacher. Young two year olds enjoy a ratio of six children to one teacher. Our Core Teachers have at minimum a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. Part-time teachers are often undergraduate or graduate students at UW Madison or Edgewood College looking to expand their formal education with hands on experiences with young children. Our staff highly value the process of children learning through play and having consistent, quality adult and child interactions throughout the day. "Play is often talked about as if were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood." Fred Rogers. Teaching staff are certified in Infant/Child CPR w/AED, Pediatric First Aid, Shaken Baby Syndrome, Child Abuse & Neglect and SIDS. All staff have a state and federal criminal background checks (with fingerprints) performed before working with any child. Contact us for a list of our current rates, a wait list form or to schedule a morning tour.

David A. says "VAKC has cared for both of my children and I couldn't recommend it more highly. Rebecca Breda, the director, is incredible-organized, professional,...

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Ms. Julia's House

3206 Churchill Drive Madison, WI

5.0(4)

3 mi

Thank you for considering me as your next childcare provider! :) My name is Julia & I am a stay at home mom of 5. I live in the Arbor Hills neighborhood which makes my home very quick and easy to get to from the Beltline, & your morning commute to daycare very simple. I also am within a few blocks from Leopold Elementary for a easy walk to and from school if needed. I have been doing childcare in some way, shape, or form since I was probably about 10 yrs old helping watch over my younger siblings. I also used to change cloth diapers and warm bottles and feed my little sister. This led to babysitting neighbor kids when I was in High School, & then as an adult, I began watching my friends' children on occasion here and there. The spring of 2013 I had an opportunity to stay home with my family finally after so many years that I couldn't pass it up. To keep me occupied while the my own children were in school I decided to do some babysitting, which then turned into me doing childcare in my home more professionally. Since 2013 I have been watching children in my home ranging in ages of 6 weeks on up. I currently have some really great families that allow me to do this for them & I am honored, & after talking with a few other childcare providers in my area I decided to join here to meet some more families and see if I was able to help a few others in mentoring their children. I do have references if requested that I am able to provide. And I do offer the following: >Family Friendly >Smoke Free >Stay at Home Mom >Play Based Learning >Flexible Schedule to fit your needs to include nights and occasional weekends >Reasonable Industry Standard Rates >Experienced with potty training >Able to abide by specific dietary needs (we are a gluten free household due to celiac) >Familiar with storing and using breast milk Immediate openings for all age groups. Would specifically be interested in newborns. I am familiar with standard precautions regarding keeping changing and eating areas as clean as possible. >Available for long/short term cares, part/full-time as well as drop ins as needed. >I supply portable cribs & bedding if you are unable to >I supply baby wipes, powder, A&D >I supply meals & snacks - infant formula and food would not be supplied by me Easy access from the Beltline at Todd Dr.

Michelle K says "I highly recommend Julia, she is always available for when I need her to watch my daughter especially last minute. She is also kind enough to watch our...

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La Petite Academy Child Care-Madison

3801 S Dutch Mills Rd Madison, WI

5.0(1)

6 mi

Kindergarten
Preschool
La Petite Academy Child Care located in Madison, WI has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool, Pre-K/K Prep, Before and After School, Summer Camp.The center are open on weekdays from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm.

Danielle L. says "The caregivers in the infant room are amazing! I know I could absolutely trust them in any situation with my baby, and I am so thankful for that!"

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Tenney Nursery and Parent Center

1321 E Mifflin St Ste 101 Madison, WI

5.0(1)

1 mi

Child care
Tenney Nursery and Parent Center is a non-profit preschool and community-based parent cooperative. They have a commitment to the whole child, and seek to foster intellectual, physical, emotional, and social growth. The school respect's each child’s individual preferences and abilities. The curriculum is play-based and encourages children to develop the skills that they need for further learning.

TJ S. says "Wonderful learning environment and caring teachers!"

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Creek Day School

2509 Mcdivitt Rd Madison, WI

3.0(2)

3 mi

Child care
Preschool
The Creek Day School is a childcare and educational facility located at 2509 Mcdivitt Road, Madison, Wisconsin. It offers full-time or part-time childcare for children ages 18 months to 6 years old and is open Mondays through Fridays, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The school provides play experiences and learning activities that foster social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.

Care Member says "If there’s one thing that truly stood out about Creek Day School, it was the exceptional quality of care my children received. From the moment we walked...

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Jungle Day Care and Bilingual Preschool

3553 University Ave. Madison, WI

5.0(1)

4 mi

Jungle Day Care & Bilingual Preschool, provides service day care for their children, a safe place where your children will learn with the best curriculum immersed in a second language Spanish. With the most convenient times for you. Dance Classes, Art, Music and Technology will be the best tools for their children to have a future with success. In Jungle Day Care & Preschool Bilingual we worry about nutrition, dental health and hygiene of their children. A clean and safe place where your children will learn to care for the environment and a family atmosphere.

Ariela K. says "The Jungle's University Avenue site is small and the staff are extremely caring. Claudia is wonderful with the babies/toddlers. The little ones often go...

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Paleta Family Child Care

1907 E Washington Ave Madison, WI

5.0(1)

5 mi

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Paleta Family Child Care is devoted to providing a caring community known for providing quality early educational programs to a diverse population. The center prepares children for a lifetime of learning through actively involving them in meaningful experiences.

Fernanda L. says "Hi. I'm the owner of this business and a lot of your information is wrong. your site states that my business has provided the information you show but...

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Fairyland Daycare

6538 Fairhaven Rd Madison, WI

5.0(1)

7 mi

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Fairyland Daycare is a licensed daycare provider located in Madison, Wisconsin. It is a family child care home that has a small capacity of accepting a maximum number of eight children. It is a two-star center that operates every Monday through Sunday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Fairyland Daycare C. says "Fairyland have service my child over three years ,the experience there have been just wonderful the staff is kind and the director is great...

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Little Blessings Preschool

5701 RAYMOND RD MADISON, WI

6 mi

Child care
Preschool
Little Blessings is a preschool and child care center with two locations in Madison and Verona serving children 2 1/2 to 5 years old. Our educational philosophy is to provide a loving, play-based program which will meet each child’s individual emotional, cognitive, social, and physical needs in a Christian environment. We are a private, non-profit, early childhood program licensed by the State Department of Health and Family Services and rated by Youngstar. Little Blessings Preschool is an outreach ministry of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church for young children of our community and their families.
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Cultured Kids West

600 GRAND CANYON DR MADISON, WI

6 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Cultured Kids - West is a Spanish Immersion daycare and preschool in southwest Madison, WI. Our goal is for our graduates to feel 100% comfortable asking for admittance into Spanish-speaking social circles and, conversely, feeling 100% comfortable inviting a Spanish speaker into their social circle, know that they have all the tools to bridge any gap that may exist between them. We have a strong emphasis on outdoor, large motor play, healthy food choices, and developing self-regulation skills to aid transition into Kindergarten.
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Recent preschool reviews from local parents in Madison, WI

Preschools in Madison, WI are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 39 reviews of the 93 listed preschools

7161 - La Petite Academy on Schroeder Rd

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

7158 - La Petite Academy on Fourier Drive

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

7149 - La Petite Academy on S. Dutch Mills Rd

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

FAQs for finding preschools near you in Madison, WI

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Madison, WI. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Madison, WI for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Madison, WI, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Madison, WI.

When looking for a preschool near you in Madison, WI on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Madison, WI who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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