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Kids World Family Day Care
5.0
This is a wonderful place for our child The child care is reliable, nice people my kids learn a lot they are ready to go to kindergarden, very nice people.
- Sati K.
Little Dreamers Academy
4.0
My toddler has attended this daycare for approximately a year. She has enjoyed going each day. The teachers seem attentive and have even hands in the classroom. In the last year, she has learned her letters and how to count among other things with some help of the daycare. I would prefer they...
- Margaret
Precious Moments Montessori Daycare Preschool
5.0
Awesome daycare center. Teachers have been there for 30 years! Show Choir is the best.
- Diana
Sonshine Learning Center Covington
4.0
We love SLC! My daughter's teacher does a great job communicating with us and meeting her needs. We also love that we receive updates throughout the day so we can see when she's eating and napping. We also get fun little notes and pictures as well. The facility itself is safe and quiet. Everyone is...
- Care member
Nikki's Child Care
5.0
Nikki has been caring for for my 5 year old grandson since he was 2 months old. She is his second mother at his second home!! She provides a safe, nurturing, fun, well equipped and consistent environment for HER kids. She has been a true blessing to our whole family thru our daughter's illness...
- Lynne M.
Pre-k schools in Des Moines, IA
Kids World Family Day Care
7503 Alta Cuesta Dr, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
5.0
(1)
Kids World Family Day Care
Family Child Care Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730.
In Home Family Child Care provides professional, quality care for your little ones.
We open 24 Hours.
We offer fun learning activities in a positive, supporting and family environment.
We are enrolling Children, 6...
5.0
"This is a wonderful place for our child The child care is reliable, nice people my kids learn a lot they are ready to go to kindergarden, very nice people."
Sati K.
Little Dreamers Academy
176 Finis Springs Drive, Cornelia, GA
3.0
(2)
3 of 3 Star Quality Rated in the state of Georgia. 2 Georgia Pre-K programs.
state of the art building and playgrounds. Secured entrances. Highly qualified and trained staff.
4.0
"My toddler has attended this daycare for approximately a year. She has enjoyed going each day. The teachers seem attentive and have even hands in the classroom. In the last year, she has learned her letters and how to count among other things with some help of...
Margaret
Precious Moments Montessori Daycare Preschool
2957 Center Point Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA
5.0
(2)
Experienced, loving Childcare professionals. Our Supervisor has been at this location for over 10 years and our Pre-K Teacher is celebrating her 28th year!
Montessori, Preschool and Daycare services to cater to all types of students.
-$160 Weekly tuition Ages 2-5
-Summer Dance Program and...
5.0
"Awesome daycare center. Teachers have been there for 30 years! Show Choir is the best."
Diana
4.8
(4)
We are a year-round licensed Christian childcare center. Our teachers are dedicated to early childhood education and follow lesson plans and daily schedules. We serve snacks at school and lunch comes from home. Our classrooms have a low teacher to child ratio (7 or 8 children and 1 teacher)....
5.0
"Our child started Sonshine Learning Center a few months ago and he absolutely loves it! He wakes up excited to go to school and just glows when he come home and tells us all about his day. The teachers are AMAZING; they're so patient and knowledgeable and best of...
Care member
Nikki's Child Care
88 Santina Drive, Manchester, CT
5.0
(10)
I'm a mother of seven children ages ranging from 18-29. I was a Pre-K aide for seven years until my daughter was diagnosed with diabetes. Since then, I have been watching other people's children in my home. I'm very flexible and will try to accommodate you in anyway I can. As you can see, I am very...
5.0
"Nikki is wonderful. She has been my inhome sitter whenever I've needed care for the past 4 years with both of my kids. I trust her completely and know my kids are in good hands. What I really love about Nikki is just how genuine and caring she is. She treats the...
Ishona C.
5.0
(2)
At Priest Lake Christian Academy we are “Cultivating future kingdom leaders and disciples in Christ Jesus with a strong educational foundation.” Our academy educates students in grades Pre-K (2.5 years old and potty trained) through 6th grade. Our goal is to provide an educational program of...
5.0
"I have found the level of intentionality in education, care and growth to be superb at this institution. I take the education of my child as one of my foremost priorities as a parent and I wholly believe Priest Lake Christian Academy to be in the upper echelon of...
Care member
Miss Mae's Pre-k
2337 Pass Road, Biloxi, MS
5.0
(3)
At Miss Mae's Pre-K, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming environment for all children. Our unique program incorporates a variety of educational theories, while always keeping the child's best interest in mind and allowing for hands-on, experiential learning. We are...
5.0
"i love kids i would love to help kids to do school work and i can watch them too when their mom and dad is out"
Katherine H.
Vinci Academy
333 Route 46 West, Mountain Lakes, NJ
5.0
(2)
Vinci Academy offers care from infant to pre-k as well as full day Kindergarten and after care
Vinci embodies Montessori and Emilio Reggio as a whole we believe that every child is an individual and should be allowed to explore and learn in an open and supportive environment that fosters the best in...
5.0
"Vinci Academy provides a safe, nurturing environment. Their blended learning approach includes STEM curriculum that enhances age-appropriate skills. Our sons talk about their projects and friends every day. The teachers understand the needs of each student, and...
Jeanne M.
Harvest Christian Academy Preschool
7200 Denton Hwy, Watauga, TX
5.0
(7)
Harvest Christian Academy Preschool is a licensed and accredited preschool. We are committed to providing Kingdom Childcare and Education to our surrounding communities. We offer services for infants, 6 weeks - Preschool 5. We are a Kindergarten Preparatory that offers age based curriculum in a safe...
5.0
"I love Harvest...all the teachers care immensely...the children are the highlight of my day...I love seeing them smile and "get it" whatever "it" may be!! God has and is blessing our school daily...I pray for our families and I'm praying for all of our future...
Holly
K & K Family Child Care
105 Llanos Street, Verona, WI
4.2
(5)
The mission of K & K Family Child Care is to provide comfortable, secure, and nurturing quality child care, and encourage and support children as they expand their knowledge in each domain of learning (social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and moral) by maintaining a safe, high-quality environment...
5.0
"Our family was extremely happy to have our daughter in Kristol's care from infancy through kindergarten. Kristol and her family felt like a part of our family. Our daughter was safe, happy, nutured, and learning throughout her day. The empathy, understanding, and...
Julie
Angel's Playground Daycare
2118 Dartmoor Dr, Joliet, IL
5.0
(2)
I am a Licensed Home Daycare. I provide a safe and loving environment for children 3mo-12yrs old. I offer am/pm snacks, breakfast and lunch.
I teach a basic curriculum that prepares children for Pre-K. We do lots of fun interactive activities and crafts.
We are a smoke and pet free home.
*I accept...
5.0
"I highly recommend Angels Playground Daycare, they received 2 meals and snacks in between. They have interactive play as well as learning lessons that prepare the little ones for Pre-k. It’s always clean and tidy. My daughter was enrolled up until she started...
Care member
5.0
(9)
It Takes A Village Academy Center was created to address the needs of parents and their children. Our goal is to provide a high-quality Early Education experience in a nurturing, safe, and enjoyable environment. Our programs are designed to help children develop physically, socially, emotionally,...
5.0
"They are very organized and all of the teachers are kind and pleasant "
Care member
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH AND PRESCHOOL
920 W. 6TH STREET, ONTARIO, CA
5.0
(4)
We are a small, year round, faith based preschool for children 2 years - Pre-K. We assist with potty training. We offer 3, 4 & 5 days per week; half days, extended days, or full days. It is mandatory for Pre-K students to attend a minimum of 5 half days. Our program focuses on developing fine and...
5.0
"They are super friendly. Always update you to let you know how your child is doing. Very caring. They have many activities to keep the kids busy. They learn so much to prepare them for kindergarten."
Tiffany M.
Marys Little Lambs-Home Nursery/Pre-K
Pinefield Neighborhood, Waldorf, MD
5.0
(6)
Great Starts and Loving hearts at Mary's Little Lambs Pre-K Childcare.
***Call 240-376-0000 Day/Evenings****
Teacher/Pediatric CPR/First Aide and Special Needs experienced and Certified.
Licensed in both Day and Night Time Care. Please inquire.
Mary's Little Lambs Pre-K/Nursery is a licensed and...
5.0
"We love Mary! She's had both of my daughters for over a year now, and they've progressed very well. It's great that she incorporates learning as well as play into each day. I always feel that they are safe and cared for. She's very educated and always willing to...
Ashley W.
Smarties
1520 Martin Street, Winston Salem, NC
5.0
(1)
Smarties is a youth center owned and operated by a NC licensed teacher. Smarties provides before and after school care, parents nights out, summer camp, spring camp, drop-in childcare, and our newest service for the 2022-23 school year PRE-K CLUB.
5.0
"Smarties is an amazing learning Center. My son enjoys the staff and fun activites planned. Smarties is very affordable and special field trips and activitoes are not affects by the rate. Smarties is definitely a 5 star!"
Donita
Edna's Fun Family Daycare
22131Advantage Run, San Antonio, TX
4.0
(4)
Registered Family home childcare. Safe educational environment. Great creative Pre-K curriculum basic develp. Skills. Arts & Crafts, Reading time, circle time, Out door play, Naps, Homework Assistance. Nutritious meals, CPR& 1st Aid certified. ENGLISH & SPANISH. Siblings discounts & Drop ins...
5.0
"Ednas daycare it's one of the most dedicated reliable awesome clean & perfect for my two kids. They've been there for over 3 years & my children love it. Home Daycares provide more attention, good manners, healthy food, education, & my kids barely get sick."
Adriana A
Discovery Point Midway
4015 Discovery Dr., Alpharetta, GA
5.0
(14)
We have been supporting families in North Fulton and Forsyth County area for over 14 years and are proud to be Quality Rated! This is how Infant Care, Preschool, Childcare AND Summer Camp SHOULD be! Our director has a background in child psychology and education and our owner is on site daily! We...
5.0
"Our childcare search was a long process, but once we walked into Discovery Point Midway the decision was made. We have two young children and have been going to Discovery Point Midway for a couple of years. We have always felt comfortable asking questions to the...
Kelly J.
J's Lincoln Logs
169 Red Haven Drive, North Wales, PA
5.0
(14)
A GOOD START WILL LAST A LIFETIME.
J's Lincoln Logs prepares children for kindergarten and beyond, with the skills and confidence needed for a lifetime of academic success.Our Pre-K program helps children advance skills in core pre-academic areas such as literacy, math, and science, as well as in...
5.0
"Words can express how grateful I am to Anisa for the love and care that she showed to both of my sons. My boys are teenagers now and the bond our family still has with Anisa is unlike anyone you will ever find at another day care center. She no doubt helped me...
Shannon C
THE BIG BARN PRESCHOOL
888 S ROSELLE RD, SCHAUMBURG, IL
5.0
(2)
THE BIG BARN PRESCHOOL FACILITY provides a loving and nurturing learning environment that enhances intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual growth. Children, who are special gifts from God, are to be loved, respected, and offered challenges that foster interactive learning. Our goal...
5.0
"The school provides a caring and loving environment for my child. He’s had noticeable improvements from what he learns at the school through projects, songs and activities. They do promote manners, integrity, and fairness. They have small class sizes which I...
vicky K.
MUSE Academy
126 St Felix St, Brooklyn, NY
5.0
(1)
MUSE Academy is an independent private school in Brooklyn. Opening in September 2018 for Pre-K3 through Grade 2, MUSE Academy fills a critical need for high quality, humanist education. We seek to develop the full potential of every child as lifelong learners, expressive artists, and active...
5.0
"This is a fabulous new private school in Fort Greene with strong music and arts focus. Preschool program for ages pre-k 3 and pre-k 4, kindergarten and elementary school. Led by former professor at Columbia and Juilliard and first-rate teachers, small class sizes,...
Crocker C.
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Des Moines, IA
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Des Moines, IA?
Pre-k programs in Des Moines, IA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!
What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in Des Moines, IA?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Des Moines, IA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.
What will my child do at pre-k near me in Des Moines, IA?
Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Des Moines, IA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!
What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in Des Moines, IA?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Des Moines, IA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.