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I LOVE KIDS
5.0
Excellent care & communication with parents! Not just a daycare but a structured day full of learning & activities. Been sending our little to I LOVE KIDS for the past 3 years & I would do it all over again!! Couldn't ask for better care & preparation for school.
- Danielle
CHILDSPLAY LEARNING CENTER
5.0
The staff at Childsplay Learning center are so thoughtful and you can really see how much they care for the children. One of the reasons we like it here is every time you walk through the doors, they are so calm and welcoming, it's a small thing but it really means a lot to feel that comfort for my...
- Uchendu I.
Oak Spring Academy
5.0
Feels like our extended family and I know my daughter is in good hands.
- Care member
New Horizon Academy - Maple Grove, MN
5.0
Our son is 9 now and has been a part of this family since 2 years old. He has been with Ms. Mel for years now and if your child is lucky enough to have her you know just how special she is. From Ms. Rhonda getting him on his first pre-k bus (and calming our tears- forever grateful), Aimee driving to...
- Jess B.
Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare
5.0
It seems like any parent I talk to that sends their child to daycare has "that one thing..." that they just don't like about where their kid goes... Well, lucky for us, there isn't one thing we don't LOVE about Michelle's daycare. Michelle and her co-teachers, Carolina and Paz, are just absolutely...
- Mega B.
Pre-k schools in Independence, IA
I LOVE KIDS
7726 Solomen Run Dr, Blacklick, OH
5.0
(1)
Totschool/Preschool for ages 2-4. Daily learning using different techniques as not all children learn the same. Program is for Pre-K readiness and potty training support. The focus is on the whole child and building a relationship between caregiver and parents to support the overall development of...
5.0
"Excellent care & communication with parents! Not just a daycare but a structured day full of learning & activities. Been sending our little to I LOVE KIDS for the past 3 years & I would do it all over again!! Couldn't ask for better care & preparation for...
Danielle
5.0
(4)
Welcome to ChildsPlay Learning Center where your child's happiness and development are our top priorities. We are part of Early Achievers Program. Our experienced and nurturing staff provide a safe and a loving environment for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. We also have a Pre-Kindergarten Program...
5.0
"We are so grateful to have found Childsplay Learning Center. The director is so helpful and understand of our family's needs. She also does an amazing job training the staff to make sure they care and are supportive of the children. I have the comfort every day...
Lauren N.
5.0
(2)
Oak Spring Academy provides early childhood development programs for children aged 12 months to grade school-age children. We use Creative Curriculum, a research-based, whole-child preschool curriculum for infants, toddler, preschool, and pre-K. It supports children’s confidence, creativity, and...
5.0
"Great staff and they are constantly improving the center!"
Care member
New Horizon Academy - Maple Grove, MN
16750 91st Avenue North, MAPLE GROVE, MN
5.0
(1)
Conveniently located between Fish Lake and Interstate 94, the Maple Grove New Horizon Academy has been serving local families since 1988. We offer high-quality childcare and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarten children. Our daycare curriculum focuses on all aspects of...
5.0
"Our son is 9 now and has been a part of this family since 2 years old. He has been with Ms. Mel for years now and if your child is lucky enough to have her you know just how special she is. From Ms. Rhonda getting him on his first pre-k bus (and calming our tears-...
Jess B.
Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare
Kent Street, San Mateo, CA
5.0
(3)
Michelle's Family Daycare started off in 2001 as a Daycare home that, over the years, has grown into a preschool program in which children develop social skills, bilingual skills, leadership skills and prepares your child for kindergarten. With a
4 child : 1 provider ratio, we create a caring and...
5.0
"I highly recommend Michelle's family day care. My daughter was with Michelle since she was 7 months old. My son who is 8 years now, went to Michelle too. We love Michelle, she is very caring, always cheerful, very trustworthy and great with kids. The helper...
Rima K.
Little Sprouts Dedham
280 Bridge Street, DEDHAM, MA
5.0
(1)
Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Dedham, MA
Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options...
5.0
"We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our children. Our children have learned so much and look forward to returning each day. We appreciate the thoughtfulness that goes...
Alex L.
The Big Barn Preschool
888 S. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg, IL
5.0
(5)
The Big Barn Preschool is a small educational preschool with a homey environment! We offer care to children ages 3-6. We offer three unique programs:
Part time:
5 hour or less for:
3 years old Preschool
-4 years old
-Pre-K
-Full Day
3 years old Preschool
-4-year-olds
-Pre-K...
5.0
"My son is going off to Kindergarten in the fall. We will dearly miss The Big Barn (wish he could stay many more years). It has been an amazing journey each of the teacher's treat each child like their own. So much caring and patience and love. So glad while I'm...
Care member
Full Heart Child Care
1300 N. Winton Rd., Rochester, NY
5.0
(2)
Full Heart Child Care is a brand new child care facility with a full day preschool and Pre-K program. We offer quality care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. We follow a comprehensive curriculum and our features include both an indoor and outdoor play space, open concept classrooms,...
5.0
"Beautifully renovated facility, real-time updates with pictures of all the fun they're having, detailed curriculum, all organic food & amazing teachers! Lots of love fills this place!"
Mandy F.
The Wunderkind
484 Bridle Ct, San Ramon, CA
4.8
(13)
Managed by a professional and an experienced pre-school / Kindergarten teacher of one of the most prestigious schools of the Bay-Area
Our mission is to impart value-based education by developing leadership qualities in a home-based environment.
Child-centered curriculum with planned learning...
5.0
"I cannot speak more highly of The Wunderkind. Our son started when he was 6 months old and was there for 2.5 years until we moved out of the area.
I cannot thank them enough for helping me to raise my baby while supporting our family along the way. Our son...
Samantha N.
Education From The Heart
5519 Gaumer Ave, Pennsauken, NJ
5.0
(1)
We are a Family Childcare Center located in Pennsauken, NJ. Our maximum ratio is 1 adult to 5 children however, we always have 2 adults present. We offer transportation to and from the center as well as, before school pick up/drop off and after school pick up. We also offer tutoring for K-3rd grade...
5.0
"I've been sending my 2 year old son a short time however Miss Shirley and Miss Kathy are wonderful! The center is clean with LOTS of toys and fun things for the children to do. I also love that Shirley has a strong background in early education so she is always...
Melissa G.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Academy
4240 GETTYSBURG AVE N, NEW HOPE, MN
5.0
(2)
Holy Trinity Lutheran Academy (HTLA) strives for academic excellence in a Christian environment. HTLA offers excellent educational value. Tuition is lower than most private schools in the Twin Cities metro. Our small class sizes allow our teachers to focus on each child's individual need with...
5.0
"Very engaged teachers that care about the outcome, not just in their classroom but Academy as a whole. They are very involved, diligent, well prepared and happy to help the kids. I have been happy here and would recommend them!"
Matt H.
5.0
(3)
North Laurel Little Explorers is a licensed in-home daycare and preschool located in North Laurel, MD. We offer high-quality care and early childhood education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers up to 6 years old, including those with special needs. Open year-round from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, we...
5.0
"We had a great experience with Ms. Tahira. She cared for our daughter for two years, from the time she was one years old. Her daycare was always kept very clean and organized and my daughter loved her and the other children. I also noticed a major growth in my...
Care member
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.
5.0
(2)
Parenting is hard work, and searching for quality childcare
can feel like a full-time job!
But the search stops here, as we are proud to be one of the most outstanding childcare facilities in KC!
First Lutheran Early Education Center (FLEEC) is a nationally accredited preschool located at 6400...
5.0
"FLEEC is such a wonderful, safe and nurturing environment for my 4-yr old son. He had a hard time adjusting to other schools/daycares in the past but took to FLEEC immediately! He gets sad at pick up because he’s not ready to come home yet! They do a wonderful job...
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Pebbles Preschool & Kindergarten
4950 Vista Blvd., Sparks, NV
3.0
(2)
We currently offer care for ages 6 weeks through Kindergarten. We are dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children. We believe all children deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. We strive to meet the needs of working parents and their...
5.0
"My son is in the 2 year old classroom. The teachers are full of energy to keep up with all the 2 year olds! They sing songs and play and do crafts and do great teachings. My son comes home always talking about all the stuff he did."
Lauren K.
Princeton Pre-k & Childcare For Early Childhood Development
26 Normady Dr, Princeton Junction, NJ
5.0
(11)
Princeton Pre-k & Child Care is offering services for infants to children, 5+ years of age, in a home-based facility registered by the state of New Jersey, ensuring the environment and safety of your children per recommended regulations. Please come and see for yourself how we are providing quality...
5.0
"We are sending our 15 month daughter to Princeton Pre-K.
Before, my daughter was going to one of the reputed daycare centers in town. She used to cry the whole day, had horrible diaper rash and almost every week she caught some or the other infections.
My little...
Shruti G.
5.0
(1)
I am an in home Daycare provider who has been Business for over 20years have obtain a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education B-K during my time in business because I believe early learning is key to helping our children to be successful in school , I am confident that when they leave my...
5.0
"My son has been attending for quite a while now. They are all 5's across the board, they are great!"
Ashria F.
5.0
(3)
Growing Children of Rhode Island is a daycare center in South Kingstown, RI, that promotes mutual respect, shared learning, problem solving and participation. This school seeks to consider the whole child not in isolation but in the context of the community, family, and school. We offer infant,...
5.0
"When came from a negative experience and this daycare has been such a positive experience. Its well run and very clean. I love the playground area. It is partially shaded and had this great built in look out station, with a safety rail and my daughter loves it! The...
Josephine D.
Let's Learn Together Childcare
11 Water St., Arlington, MA
5.0
(2)
We're a brand new childcare center in Arlington Center offering childcare for infants, toddlers, preschool, and pre-k. We offer flexible childcare ranging from 1 day to 5 days of care.
We believe learning begins through play!
Our experienced team of educators has over 20 years of experience with...
5.0
"Mary is a great director and all the teachers are great. I feel so lucky that I was able to get a spot for both of my kids."
Kasia M
Salzar Family Child Care
8430 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA
5.0
(1)
Hi, My name is Maria and I offer 24 hours 7 days a week, ages 0-12. I have 12 years of experience with young children and I am a pre-school teacher.
5.0
"We absolutely love Maria. She is such a wonderful sitter that watched our little boy for about 2 years. I always felt like he was in a safe place and loves the open communication between her and I. Thank you so much for helping me care for my little boy Maria!"
Mayra S.
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Independence, IA
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Independence, IA?
Pre-k programs in Independence, 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 Independence, IA?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Independence, 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 Independence, 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 Independence, 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 Independence, IA?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Independence, 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.