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Hyde Park Preschool & Toddler Enrichment
5.0
My grandson had a wonderful experience at Hyde Park Preschool. He was always excited to attend and was greeted each day with kind, caring and enthusiastic teachers. The facility was always clean, secure and well equipped with developmentally appropriate materials. He was intellectually stimulated,...
- Pam D.
Angel's Playground Daycare
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 kindergarten & she still will ask when...
- Care member
Primrose School of Virginia Beach South
5.0
Not your ordinary child care. Teachers here are well-trained and very caring. The school owners are the best people I've ever met. They are very humble and professional. Highly recommended!
- Diona R
Just Like Home In-Home Daycare
5.0
Olivia is great! She watches my 2 year old son and my 3 year old daughter when I am called into work. She is wonderful with my kiddos and they love her! I feel very comfortable when they are with her and know that they are well taken care of and safe. I highly recommend Olivia for an in-home...
- Kristy M
Marys Little Lambs-Home Nursery/Pre-K
5.0
Mary is so sweet with the kids and has so much knowledge on how to care for the kids the kids are very educated and it’s a safe and fun environment:)
- Care member
Pre-k schools in Santa Barbara, CA
Hyde Park Preschool & Toddler Enrichment
3799 Hyde Park Avenue, CINCINNATI, OH
5.0
(3)
We’re a half day morning preschool, offering pre-k, preschool and toddler classes.
Conveniently located in the Hyde Park/Oakley area of Cincinnati.
Professionally trained teachers, small class sizes, and bright and cheerful classrooms give each child the opportunity to learn and grow in a relaxed...
5.0
"I would highly encourage parents looking for a nurturing environment for your child to consider Hyde Park Preschool and Toddler Enrichment. My grandson enjoyed the three years in a diverse setting that allowed him to enter Kindergarten prepared to learn and...
Brenda B.
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
Primrose School of Virginia Beach South
1989 Fisher Arch, Virginia Beach, VA
5.0
(2)
Primrose is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience, serving children from 6 weeks to Kindergarten and offering a before and after school program.
As The Leader in Educational Child Care , Primrose partners with parents to help children build the...
5.0
"Not your ordinary child care. Teachers here are well-trained and very caring. The school owners are the best people I've ever met. They are very humble and professional. Highly recommended!"
Diona R
Just Like Home In-Home Daycare
4221 E Ray Rd Apt. 2025, Phoenix, AZ
5.0
(8)
An advanced In-Home Daycare that prepares the children for Pre-K or Kindergarten. With plenty of toys, activities and learning my daycare is up to par or above with any other local preschool at a fraction of the cost and in the comfort of a home where a child can truly flourish. I currently have one...
5.0
"Olivia is great! She watches my 2 year old son and my 3 year old daughter when I am called into work. She is wonderful with my kiddos and they love her! I feel very comfortable when they are with her and know that they are well taken care of and safe. I highly...
Kristy 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.
ALL GOD'S CHILDREN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
1900 WILLOW LAKE ROAD, DISCOVERY BAY, CA
3.0
(4)
We are a non-profit, faith based, private school. We serve the Discovery Bay, Byron & Brentwood Communities. We offer Preschool, Pre-K and Kindergarten through 5th Grade. We also offer morning and afternoon extended care as well as homework club for our Elementary students.
5.0
"My child loves it!! Caring and kind staff. "
Sabrina
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
"The name just says it all! Precious moments is such a lovely establishment. The education you get at a pricey school for an affordable price. My kids loved it so much they didn't want to leave!!! a true blessing to Cedar Rapids! Highly recommended"
Jennifer M
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
"We love the Big Barn Preschool! The teachers are amazing and both our kids love them so much! The child to teacher ratio is small so the children get a lot of 1:1 help/attention, which is something my son really needs. My son is 5 and my daughter is 3 and they have...
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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
"Whenever I tell my son it is time to go to Ms. Nikki's house, he runs to the door with excitement. He has been going there since he was only two months old. She takes great care of him. With me being a first time mother, she has offered suggestions that make...
Jessica G.
4.8
(4)
We are a learning center that provides preschool, pre k, and kindergarten. We are also a childcare center that provides care for ages 12 months to 11 years old. Our goal is to make sure your child learns, and is in a safe environment. They get lots of one-on- one attention, love, development for...
4.0
"They are very welcoming and very kind and friendly. I trust them with my child and they are always very great with communication.
They do send daily pictures.
They do not do daily papers, (a daily activity/mealtime/summary log) - this is the only reason I am...
Casey T.
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
Elite Childcare & Learning Ctr Llc
3808 Meadowview Dr, Lithia Springs, GA
5.0
(1)
Elite provides affordable & loving care to toddlers, ages 12 mos- 48 mos that includes Pre-K prep with consistent exposure to ABC phonics, vocabulary (sight words), numbers & counting, colors, shapes, math and so much more!!
At Elite, you little one is treated with kindness, love, and respect that...
5.0
"We have been blessed to have such awesome in home care for our baby boy. Jackson begin attending elite childcare at 7 months he is now 14 months. We have been most impressed with Sherrice's amazing ability to teach Jackson words that are far beyond his scope."
Marcie D.
Academy of Play
892 E Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA
5.0
(1)
Academy of Play is a Spanish immersion preschool serving ages 6 weeks through 5 years of age. Aiming to provided the highest quality of childcare possible.
Our purpose is to provide the highest quality of childcare possible, by creating a supportive and enriching environment based on the interest...
5.0
"Best school in El Cajon area!! Due to Covid, my child's daycare closed. We toured a couple of daycares around but only at AOP, they made us feel welcomed since our first visit! The director was super friendly and able to answer all my questions. The teachers were...
Andrea O
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
"Miss Mae's Pre-K has been an astounding school! Yes, the owner did make an emergency move half way through the year, but she returned when she was able to and has always maintained a school worthy of high praise. "
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SAFARI KID
1402 Dempsey Road, Milpitas, CA
5.0
(3)
Safari Kid provides infant and toddler care, preschool and After School Program. Safari Kid focus is on creating opportunities for children to use their natural curiosity to lead them through discovery, imagination, questioning, learning, and growing. We celebrate kids' natural potential and desire...
5.0
"My child went to Safari Kid in Milpitas, CA. This is an excellent school with a well rounded curriculum. I happened to visit the Allen school - it's pretty big with spacious classrooms and a huge playground. Kids would enjoy it here."
Joseph
St Thomas Aquinas Child Development Center
2541 EARL RUDDER FWY S, COLLEGE STATION, TX
Starting at $913/mo
5.0
(2)
The Child Development Center at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Parish is open to children ages 6 weeks through pre-kindergarten and seeks to nourish and grow them spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially. We strive to provide a variety of experiences using developmentally...
5.0
"They communicate well and care for their kids.; overall they do a great job! With great prices. "
Leah D.
Moma'S Loving Child Care
115 S Trego Court, Dallas, TX
5.0
(2)
I am the owner of MOMA'S LOVING CHILD CARE This is an in-home registered center, and I have four years experience. I have training in infant safety, early childhood professional, creative art ideas to motivate children, diversity in the classroom, and child food program of Texas. We provide...
5.0
"Both of my children having been going here since they were infants. My kids love her and I trust her more than anyone with my children. I'm grateful for her and the way she treats them! Couldn't be more happy"
Courtney H.
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 have been amazing the entire time our daughter has been enrolled there. She has been attending for 2.5 years and it has been great! She has learned so much in her time there. The teachers and staff are such nice people. We really love Redeemer Lutheran...
Maryann W.
Ages & Stages
499 Main St, Hampstead, NH
5.0
(1)
Ages & stages is a licensed child care center located in Hampstead, NH. They offer both full day and part time programs for ages 6 weeks to 6 years old. They have available programs for infants, toddler, preschool and pre-k students. They provide and nurturing environment to maximize the brain...
5.0
"My son just graduated from Ages and Stages in June. He had attended this school since he was just three months old. When he first started, the caring and dedicated staff continuously soothed my worries about dropping off my infant. I felt comfortable leaving him in...
Kathy B.
5.0
(3)
Laurel Woods Kids Playhouse 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
"My daughter has been going to Ms. Tahira since 2021 and she has always loved it. She comes home happy everyday and looks forward to the next time she can go back to daycare. I've always felt like my daughter was very loved and cared for and I would highly recommend...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Santa Barbara, CA
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
Pre-k programs in Santa Barbara, CA 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Santa Barbara, CA, 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
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 Santa Barbara, CA 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Santa Barbara, CA 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.