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We have 60 preschools in Waunakee, WI! Compare and find the best preschool to fit your needs.

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AG Academy

1001 Arboretum Drive Waunakee, WI

4.0(4)

< 1 mi

International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
AG Academy is Dane county's only early childcare education center that operates 24-hours a day. With the only closed day being Sundays for cleaning and planning. Open Monday at 6:00 am through Sunday 6:00am to ensure the third shifters can complete a full shift of work. Providing childcare and educational services to the youth in the local and surrounding Madison area. AG Academy serves children aged 6weeks-12 years old. This includes before and after school care along with night care. With the development of AG academy our mission is to provide a safe, reliable, and educational setting for working families. Now families employed outside of the regular working business hours, or who just need care during nontraditional hours, can still receive quality childcare that they deserve. All at a reasonable rate in addition, AG Academy takes pride in providing an atmosphere that will prepare your children for the upcoming academic schooling. With work studies that include routine learning for preschoolers such as writing and spelling names, ABC's, 123's, colors and shapes and hands on training for the children 6 and above such as wood works, science experiments, music with real instruments and second language engagement activities. Our goal is to give children an early learning advantage. By identifying any patterns or hindrances that parents can use to better support them through their k12 journey. Along with supporting our essential, after-hours working families.

Care Member says "Just attended an event with AG Academy since I missed the last one. I love the inclusive community aspect. I really hope they come out with an event...

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7164 - La Petite Academy of Waunakee

5896 WOODLAND DR WAUNAKEE, WI

5.0(1)

1 mi

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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Arthouse Preschool LLC

110 West Second Street Waunakee, WI

4.0(4)

< 1 mi

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Special needs
Reggio emilia
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Arthouse Preschool is an arts based preschool with emphasis on music, art, and school readiness. We care for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years old.

Ida F says "My son has been going here for 2yrs now. Hes 4 years old now. He used to go to a corporate daycare, how awful. With Arthouse and Ms. Heather, he has been...

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La Petite Academy of Waunakee, WI

5896 Woodland Dr Waunakee, WI

< 1 mi

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.
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Patti's Playhouse

4866 Pine Spring Road Waunakee, WI

< 1 mi

Loving and experienced childcare provider is looking for a wonderful family to join my small group. Over 22+ years of experience in a beautiful home setting in cul-du-sac sub division. I accept ages newborn to 5 and even offer after school care if needed. We do daily activities which can include art projects, reading, science experiments, free play, and lots of smiles and hugs all day long! Huge playroom in our house with lots of windows, sunshine and fun for your little one! Excellent references!!!
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Inspire Early Childhood

5821 Oncken Road Waunakee, WI

< 1 mi

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Waldorf
Academic
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Inspire Early Childhood is an amazing new child development center and childcare near Waunakee, Middleton and Madison. A 40 acre campus, real zoo animals such as zebra, kangaroos, camels and lemurs, neighboring Governor Nelson State Park, 5 unique playgrounds and 2500 sq. ft. gymnasium provide incredible first learning experiences for young children.
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Sportscentric Kids Care

1102 Richard Ct Waunakee, WI

< 1 mi

A Before and/or After School program with an emphasis on sports located in the new Westbridge neighborhood of Waunakee. Our home has an indoor gym, play room and game room. Our house was built for kids. MISSION: Provide a safe and secure place to be a child outside of home and school. Provide activities and equipment to keep children active. Provide a time period devoted to homework and studying. Provide a time period devoted to a Sport of the week. OWNERS: Scott and Traci Phillips Scott and Traci Phillips have 3 children. Wesley is 10 years old. Graycin is 5 years old. And Marek is 3 years old. Scott has been a stay at home dad since Oct, 2009 and has loved every minute of it. Now that Graycin is entering Kindergarten and with Marek quickly approaching school age, Scott has opened Sportscentric Kids Care in their new home. They built their dream home thinking about what their kids would love in a new home. Their entire family loves sports, especially basketball, so the number one priority was an indoor sport court. They also have a large playroom that connects to the gym for crafts, imaginary and creative play, trains, blocks, etc. The goal and vision of Sportscentric is to provide children with an ACTIVE, fun, and healthy atmosphere after school to be able to unwind and get out some pent up energy but also to get their homework taken care of so they can enjoy family time when they leave our care! Other services offered are: Individual Basketball skills instruction by appointment. Drop-In care. Parents Night Out care.
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Adventures In Learning

1036 Quinn Dr Waunakee, WI

< 1 mi

Child care
Preschool
Located in Waunakee, Massachusetts, Adventures In Learning provides an early childhood learning experience to children. It accepts children ages six weeks up to twelve years old. It offers infant, toddler, preschool, 4K, and school-age programs. The center uses an age-appropriate and flexible curriculum to meet the developmental needs of children. It has a maximum capacity of handling up to one hundred and thirty children. Its operational hours is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Arthouse Preschool LLC AM

110 W 2nd St Waunakee, WI

< 1 mi

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Arthouse Preschool LLC AM located in Waunakee WI is a childcare and education provider that offers a nurturing environment for children. It provides age-appropriate activities that foster cognitive, emotional, social and physical development of children. The center uses creative activities to enhance children's learning experience.
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Mary Lake Montessori Inc

5464 Mary Lake Rd Waunakee, WI

< 1 mi

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Located at 5464 Mary Lake Road, Waunakee, Wisconsin, Mary Lake Montessori offers childcare and education for children ages 2.5 to 11 years old. The school is open Mondays through Fridays, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, providing activities that enhance children's curiosity and develop creativity, independence, confidence, and intellectual skills.
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Madison Country Day School

5606 River Rd Waunakee, WI

< 1 mi

Child care
Preschool
Madison Country Day School 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.
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La Petite Academy Child Care- Woodland Dr

5896 Woodland Dr Waunakee, WI

< 1 mi

Child care
Preschool
La Petite Academy Child Care-Woodland Drive is an educational day care facility that offers early learning programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarten kids. Located in Waunakee, Wisconsin, La Petite Academy implements the Learn from the Start™ curriculum to provide experiences that cater to the unique needs and abilities of each child.
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Carols House Family Day Care

311 W Verleen Ave Waunakee, WI

< 1 mi

Child care
Preschool
Carol's House Family Day Care provides a childcare program in Waunakee, Wisconsin. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Carol's House Family Day Care welcomes infants through school-aged children and is open Mondays to Fridays from seven AM to five thirty PM.
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Ginger Bear Day Care

602 4th St Waunakee, WI

< 1 mi

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Ginger Bear Day Care is a home-based childcare provider that serves the community of Waunakee WI since 1990. It offers a fun and loving environment for eight children from Monday to Sunday and provides age-appropriate activities that foster holistic development among them. The center strengthens children's emotional, social, and mental foundation by promoting self-confidence and discipline.
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7161 - La Petite Academy on Schroeder Rd

6514 SCHROEDER RD MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

10 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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The Learning Gardens

441 S Rosa Rd MADISON, WI

5.0(2)

9 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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Little University of Vienna

6959 RIVER RD DEFOREST, WI

5.0(3)

6 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Little University Of Vienna is a home away from home. Step into a home-like environment at Little University Of Vienna, where we treat every child as if they were our own. Our daycare in DeForest provides a balanced approach to learning, giving children the foundations they need to succeed. Our childcare program is designed to cater to the varying needs of infants and young children. Our experienced staff are dedicated to creating a welcoming and stimulating environment where your child can thrive both socially and intellectually.

Jade H. says "We love Little University so much and were so sad when we moved and had to leave. The staff and owner (Amber) are all amazing, personable and without...

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7158 - La Petite Academy on Fourier Drive

1222 FOURIER DR MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

8 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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Meeting House Nursery School Inc

900 UNIVERSITY BAY DR MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

8 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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UNIVERSITY AVENUE Discovery Center

1609 University Ave Madison, WI

4.0(5)

8 mi

International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Montessori
+3 more
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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Recent preschool reviews from local parents in Waunakee, WI

Preschools in Waunakee, WI are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

AG Academy

Just attended an event with AG Academy since I missed the last one. I love the inclusive community aspect. I really hope they come out with...

- Care member

7164 - La Petite Academy of Waunakee

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.

Arthouse Preschool LLC

My son has been going here for 2yrs now. Hes 4 years old now. He used to go to a corporate daycare, how awful. With Arthouse and Ms....

- Ida F

FAQs for finding preschools near you in Waunakee, WI

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

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Waunakee, 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 Waunakee, WI.

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

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