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We have 16 preschools in Valparaiso, IN! Compare and find the best preschool to fit your needs.

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Wendy's Learning Tree

1806 Burlington Beach Rd Valparaiso, IN

1.0(1)

< 1 mi

Wendy's Learning Tree has seven Valparaiso locations. Our staff is CPR/First aid certified. CCDF is accepted at all locations. Preschool is offered to all children ages 3 and up and is included in the weekly price. We are a Paths to Quality Level 4 that follows a daily schedule, we even have a curriculum for our toddlers and infants. We offer a very friendly and loving environment for children ages 0-12. Before and after school transportation is available.
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Growing Kids

3400 Campbell St Valparaiso, IN

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
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Growing Kids is an accredited, state licensed and quality rated child care and preschool. We offer state of the art safety and security features designed into each center. Each building has only one entrance - monitored and locked (But there are lots of exits, in case of emergency). Playgrounds are fully enclosed with high fencing. And kids of different aged groups play in different areas. Each classroom is monitored by closed-circuit TV. All parents use a biometric-based sign-in and sign-out process. Many of our staff have an associate's or bachelor's degree in early childhood education, or are experienced professionals. Training includes CPR, first aid, child safety and much more. Children enjoy structure educational activities, provided by a team of highly qualified and motivated teachers. Each member of our staff works hard to help kids grow - intellectually, emotionally and socially. Low student-teacher ratio ensures that we're able to help each child explore and develop at his or her own pace. The Creative Curriculum for Early Childhood offers stimulating learning opportunities for students of every age, starting at six weeks and through after-school aged. We have incorporated Minds in Motion into the daily curriculum. Minds in Motion is an obstacle course of activities that improve a child's balance, eye-hand coordination and visual skills, all of which play a huge part in a child's learning processes for school readiness. Growing Kids offers plenty of parent - focused convenience and flexibility. Many convenient locations throughout northern Indiana. Infant through school-aged care. Extended hours as early as 4:30 a.m. and as late as 11:30 p.m. weekdays. Plus, one FREE Saturday of child care each month! We close only six holidays. We also offer camps for Spring, Winter and Summer. And if you have a special scheduling problem, we'll do everything possible to accommodate your need. Each Growing Kids center is built from the ground up with one thing in mind: growing kids! Each classroom has child-sized sinks and bathrooms. Classroom layout virtually eliminates &quot;blind spots.&quot; Special &quot;parent view&quot; windows allow you to observe activities. We have a Growing Kids exclusive which is a dramatic play area called Main Street. Our philosophy stresses hands-on learning through play, which is how kids learn. Main Street plays a key part in our educational program where children learn by role-playing, problem-solving, and social development.

Ryan P. says "Jodi , Shannon and team are the best!!"

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Aunt Essie's Child Care

808 Concord Rd Valparaiso, IN

4.0(18)

2 mi

Childcare - 24 / 7 availability - Normal hours 6am - 5 pm Porter County/Liberty Twp. Please see the reviews at the bottom of this profile. Provider Experience: Was Licensed with State of PA Home Child Care for 23 years, before relocating to Indiana in 2009, and have been caring for children here since then. Certified Infant/Child CPR and first aid SIDS trained and certified for Safe Sleeping Practices Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks Included Transportation to Liberty Elementary School Conveniently located on IN Hwy 6, between Portage, Valparaiso, and Chesterton IN. Excellent references. Child Care Philosophy: Family child care in a &quot;home like&quot; setting is the best alternative there is for working parents. It provides a small secure environment for children during the most important time of their development. Family child care offers a home away from home, providing children with &quot;siblings&quot; of all ages, to play, socialize, and learn from. My goal in providing quality child care for your child is to provide... A learning environment... learning is not necessarily the ABC's and 123's, but is also the learning of values. The learning of honesty, respect, self-reliance, and potential, self-discipline, and moderation, the values of being; dependable, love, sensitivity to others, kindness, friendliness and fairness are the values of giving. A proper approach to discipline... Since children occasionally need discipline, it is important that you and I share a similar philosophy so that your child is not too confused as to where the boundaries are and what is expected of him/her. Children are taught which behaviors are inappropriate, and why, and given alternatives that are acceptable. In this way, the behavior is being changed, without making the child feel &quot;bad&quot; or unloved. This helps develop their self-esteem, and teaches them how to handle difficult situations themselves in the future. I express my disapproval (without attaching character). I state my expectations and show your child how to make amends. I give choices, and in extreme situations a child may be given a &quot;time out&quot;; because at times a child may be having trouble making choices of their own and they just may need a couple of minutes to calm down, and think about their choices. And to foster unconditional love... this kind of love is very important to me because children should not grow up feeling that in order to be loved and cared for they must meet numerous conditions.

Care Member says "I am a first time mom and it was really important to my husband and I that we find someone who would take great care of our son and show him lots of...

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Little U Academy

751 Eastport Centre Dr Valparaiso, IN

< 1 mi

Academic
Preschool
Child care
Little U Academy cares for children as little as 6 weeks old. Together we focus on seeing your child grow and flourish physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally. Our Brilliant Beginnings Programs provides a nurturing environment while emphasizing the developmental milestones needed even at such a young age. Little U's Academy of Education is the core foundation on which Little U Academy was built. Our preschool education is unique and based upon the core principles and building blocks set forth by the Indiana Department of Education. That is why Little U Academy has teachers for every classroom. At Little U Academy, we understand that a preschool education is a vital aspect of a child s learning and development. This education helps to expand the range of your child s learning experiences. Preschool education is important so students become more confident, enthusiastic and eager learners who later become successful persons in life. A solid preschool education at Little U gives your child a foundation for lifelong success. Little U Academy aims to provide their students a safe and stimulating environment so that they can feel secure and flourish. Our school encourages the student s emotional, social, and physical development and promotes the child s well being. Little U s educational programs start at infancy through preschool. Our degreed teachers work in partnership with our parents. This bridges home and school to ensure an all-around better development of your child. Little U s curriculum is structured for different age and developmental groups. We provide diverse opportunities among various domains of education so that it motivates interest and imagination among the children. Little U's preschool education is a well balanced curriculum which integrates play and learning; so your child finds that learning is fun. Our parents quickly realize the importance of Little U s preschool education and the significant role it plays in their child's life. It is Little U's parents that vote us #1 in Porter County, and continuously advocate Little U as the best preschool education in the area. Our School-Age Programs gives parents and children a good environment for before/after school, school days off, snow days off, school delays and Summer Camp (all summer long)! Little U Academy provides transportation to most area schools. Little U Academy provides quality childcare while emphasizing early childhood education.
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a 2 z Academie

406 Morgan St Unit 3 Valparaiso, IN

< 1 mi

Montessori
Preschool
Child care
a2z Academie is a licensed child care and early development program provided by Master Degree level teachers with extensive Montessori training and backgrounds. Full and partial day schedules are available with healthy, fresh meals provided. Montessori curriculum has been aligned to Indiana pre-K Foundations, and blended with early development science and research. Unlike other programs, our program is customized to each child's unique characteristics and interests. This approach optimizes individual learning preferences, prepares children for kindergarten, allows children to explore their potentials, and fosters a love of learning that follows children along their developmental continuum. a2z Academie is an Indiana Paths to Quality participant, and accepts CCDF vouchers. We are located in a beautifully restored historic home in Valparaiso with a private, fully shaded, fenced outdoor classroom. Please contact us to schedule a visit. We look forward to discussing how we can best fill your child care and development needs.
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Valparaiso Christian Academy

753 N. Calumet Ave. Valparaiso, IN

< 1 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
We are a professionally licensed, holistic, early learning and childcare center. Our program addresses each child individually. Our mission is to build confidence and a love of learning, giving students a solid foundation for a healthy and happy life.
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Hilltop Neighborhood House, Inc

460 College Ave Valparaiso, IN

< 1 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Hilltop's early childhood education program provides full-time, year-round care and education to children, ages 6 weeks through 5 years. Our Paths to Quality participating program is unique in the fact that we not only encourage diversity, we thrive on it. Sixty-five percent of our children are from low-income households, twenty percent are exposed to multiple languages, thirty-two percent are from a racial minority group and forty-five percent are from a single-parent home. By offering tuition scholarships to children and families that qualify, parents can change their direction in life by enrolling in college or maintaining employment within the community. Sixty-five percent of our children were able to receive the funding needed to be enrolled at Hilltop last year due to donations from Porter County Community Foundation, United Way of Porter County, Anderson Foundation and other local businesses and individuals. All families have selected Hilltop as their facility of choice for many reasons including our diverse population, our qualified staff, and our reputation in the community as being the place to be. In addition to our diversity, we promote kindergarten readiness by giving our children the tools to succeed. One-hundred percent of our children, regardless of background, tested in the ninety-fifth percentile or higher on kindergarten entrance testing. At Hilltop, you will find warm, individualized care for each child enrolled. To us, childcare is not a product to be sold for profit, rather an environment for all children to grow and learn in a way that encourages acceptance and appreciation for others. Hilltop's early childhood teachers support learning by providing developmentally appropriate activities and materials that children find engaging. Eighty-Five percent of our lead teachers have 10+ years of teaching experience. Furthermore, all lead teachers in our Kindergarten Readiness Program are licensed and/or degree in the field of education. In addition to our caring and qualified teaching staff, Hilltop employees volunteers and Valparaiso University work study students to supplement in our classrooms, often providing better than state ratios. This provides each child with the individualized attention needed to explore, grow and learn at their own pace. Please call for more information, including our rates and current openings.
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Noah's Ark Nursery School

2205 Campbell St Valparaiso, IN

2 mi

Preschool
Noah's Ark Nursery School provides a Christian early education experience designed for preschool kids. The facility is located in Valparaiso, Indiana and accepts 40 students who are between the ages of three to five years old. They implement a hands-on curriculum grounded on Christian beliefs and teachings.
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Allways Learning Preschool

105 Washington St Valparaiso, IN

< 1 mi

Allways Learning Preschool is a childcare and educational facility located at 105 Washington Street, Valparaiso, Indiana. The school offers quality care and programs in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. It provides educational activities that enhance the children's physical, intellectual and social skills.
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Leaping and Learning Preschool At Perpetual Motion

311 E 316 N Valparaiso, IN

< 1 mi

Child care
Leaping and Learning Preschool at Perpetual Motion is an educational facility that serves the community of Valparaiso IN. It offers a comprehensive early childhood program and provides developmentally appropriate learning activities that enhance children's emotional, social, physical, and mental abilities. The school promotes balanced learning by integrating child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities.
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Wendy's Learning Tree

305 Indiana Ave Valparaiso, IN

2.0(5)

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
Wendy's Learning Tree is a daycare and preschool program provider located at 305 Indiana Avenue, Valparaiso, Indiana. It offers quality care and learning experiences from Mondays through Fridays, 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. This childcare facility has a capacity of sixteen children and provides a safe, secure and nurturing environment suitable for children's growth and development.

Care Member says "Wendy’s Learning Tree is the best daycare I’ve come across in Valparaiso! My daughter, E, began there when she was about a year old and she has learned...

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Humpty Dumpty Nursery School

1907 Berkley Dr Valparaiso, IN

< 1 mi

Child care
Humpty Dumpty Nursery School in Valparaiso, IN provides nurturing and loving attention to kids in a place where they feel happy and safe. This child care facility features a caring environment where students expand, explore, and engage their natural curiosity. They offer positive reinforcements and responsive interactions to meet the developmental needs in a stimulating and secure atmosphere.
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Shananagans Daycare

413 Sherman Dr Valparaiso, IN

2 mi

I have a state licensed daycare in my Valparaiso, Salt Creek Commons, home. All meals included, crp certified, state monitored, fenced in yard. union township school bussing available. open 6am till 6pm Monday thru Friday. 12
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Discovery Camps

3210 Campbell St Valparaiso, IN

2 mi

Discovery Day Camp offers theme-based summer camp programs for school-age children. Located in Valparaiso, Indiana, the company admits kindergarten and first to sixth grade elementary students. The company’ mission is to provide children with a well-rounded camping experience that supports the development of various skills such as leadership, socialization, and problem-solving.
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Kaitlin Home

6301 Osage Rd Valparaiso, IN

2 mi

My name is Kaitlin Loehmer. I'm a mother of two looking to take on a couple of kids in my home to watch. My son is 2 and my daughter is 6 weeks old. While pregnant with both children I worked at Growing Kids in Chesterton. I worked in the infant room up to the after school room. I am CPR certified, safe sleep certified, and more. Please message me with any questions!!
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7017 - La Petite Academy of Chesterton

131 VENTURI DR CHESTERTON, IN

5.0(1)

9 mi

Day Care
Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by design. The free-flowing, open concept design of our facilities inspires a nurturing, interactive, and collaborative environment in which your child can thrive. Our schools and classrooms are designed to give children room to grow, room to share and room to be themselves. At La Petite Academy, open spaces and open concepts promote open minds.

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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Recent preschool reviews from local parents in Valparaiso, IN

Preschools in Valparaiso, IN are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 16 listed preschools

Growing Kids

Jodi , Shannon and team are the best!!

- Ryan P.

Aunt Essie's Child Care

I am a first time mom and it was really important to my husband and I that we find someone who would take great care of our son and show him...

- Care member

Wendy's Learning Tree

Wendy’s Learning Tree is the best daycare I’ve come across in Valparaiso! My daughter, E, began there when she was about a year old and she...

- Care member

FAQs for finding preschools near you in Valparaiso, IN

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Valparaiso, IN. 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 Valparaiso, IN for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Valparaiso, IN, 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 Valparaiso, IN.

When looking for a preschool near you in Valparaiso, IN 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 Valparaiso, IN who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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