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Princeton Pre-k & Childcare For Early Childhood Development
5.0
Our two year old toddler absolutely loves this place! We had heard about experiences from other parents regarding children often getting sick in daycare centers with a commercial setting. So we delayed putting him to a daycare center until he was 18 months old. We were looking for something small...
- Nivejeetha S.
Princeton Pre-K & Childcare
5.0
My son has been going there since he was 9 months old and they have treated him as if he was their own from day one. They are very loving caregivers who look out for my son and his best interest as far as development, health and receiving the best loving care. I can go to work in NYC with peace of...
- Ashley T
The Big Barn Preschool
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 been attending for close to year...
- Care member
BKids Daycare + Preschool
5.0
We've been at BKids about a month now. Loved how easy the enrollment process was and that there were no extra fees. Everyone is super nice and we can tell they all love our kiddo. He comes home clean and happy every day. Very happy so far!
- Care member
Honey Tree Day Care
5.0
Honey tree has been such a blessing! Going back to work with my little ones was hard at first especially since I've had a hard time trusting anyone but family with my kids but the staff is awesome! Very attentive to each child. What a relief it is to know my kids are happy and safe and I don't have...
- Sarah
Pre-k schools in Santa Maria, CA
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.
Princeton Pre-K & Childcare
59 Beaverbrook Road, Lincoln Park, NJ
3.0
(2)
Princeton Pre-K & Childcare is an early childhood education center located in Lincoln Park, NJ 07035. We provide services for children aged 6 weeks to 13 years old. Our programs include infant, toddler, preschool and before / after care. Our school is a family owned, fully licensed, state of the...
5.0
"My son has been going there since he was 9 months old and they have treated him as if he was their own from day one. They are very loving caregivers who look out for my son and his best interest as far as development, health and receiving the best loving care. I...
Ashley T
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
5.0
(4)
BKids by Bethany Athletic Club is a childcare center dedicated to providing high-quality educational and community-focused care for children aged 6-weeks to Pre-K. We are committed to cultivating a fun, safe, clean, and enriching environment for children to learn, laugh, and grow! This passion...
5.0
"We've been at BKids about a month now. Loved how easy the enrollment process was and that there were no extra fees. Everyone is super nice and we can tell they all love our kiddo. He comes home clean and happy every day. Very happy so far!"
Care member
Honey Tree Day Care
561 Route 20, Cairo, NY
5.0
(1)
Small private day care open since 1991. Director is Gigi Panarello M.S. El Ed Hours of Operation: M-F 7 AM -5:30 PM. Pre-K for 3's and 4's and Toddler Time is included in all tuition rates. NYS Registered. Well trained staff.
We do not offer Pre K only (1/2 days)
5.0
"Honey tree has been such a blessing! Going back to work with my little ones was hard at first especially since I've had a hard time trusting anyone but family with my kids but the staff is awesome! Very attentive to each child. What a relief it is to know my kids...
Sarah
Kingdom Daycare
1575 E. High St., Lima, OH
5.0
(1)
We are a loving daycare/preschool/pre-K. In our infant /toddler room we have partnered with WOCAP to give better quality of service to our children. We accept anyone from 6 weeks to 12 years old. Our hours are from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday - Friday. We also have partnered with Bath bus transportation...
5.0
"Loving, caring, kind staff who work to see each child succeed no matter what level they are at!"
Rachel G.
Alphabet Club
14530 Old Katy Rd, Houston, TX
5.0
(1)
Childcare Center and Private School - Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After School Transportation to and from Local Area Schools and Summer Camp serving the West Houston and Spring Branch Communities.
*Texas School Ready Certified.
*Texas Rising Star Certified.
*Experienced...
5.0
"My kids attended the Alphabet Club from ages 5/7 months until they started Kinder. My daughter attended their schooler program and summer programs until she was in 3rd grade. The director, Chetna, and all of the teachers are extremely wonderful. I can't say enough...
Tami Y.
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
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTRE
3 YOUNT DR, BLOOMINGTON, IL
5.0
(2)
We are a Montessori Pre-school and we offer year-round care and pre-school curriculum for 3-5 year olds.
In Montessori: children learn at their own pace,
develop independence/self confidence/a curiosity for learning.
They utilize self-correcting materials to inspire confidence for more...
5.0
"Our twin daughters have been enrolled at MCC for almost 2 years, and I cannot say enough great things about this school, the staff, and the teachers. The curriculum is amazing but it truly is the people who set MCC apart. My daughters have thrived since starting at...
Care member
5.0
(11)
Trinity Preschool is a whole-child and family focused ministry, founded in 1980, that strives to assist our little ones to reach each milestone of their developmental growth and preparing our young learners with a strong educational foundation, while instilling them with the gospel message of Jesus...
5.0
"Great staff, the teachers are best especially Mr. Anthony "
Care member
Little Sprout Preschool
2217 W. Potter Drive, Phoenix, AZ
5.0
(2)
Little Sprout Preschool in currently an in-home preschool educating children ages 3 -5 years old. We have a preschool 3's and pre-k 4's class. We use the Core Knowledge for preschool curriculum along with Spalding for Preschoolers. Phonics is also incorporated into our daily curriculum to help...
5.0
"I wouldn't send my child anywhere else . The director is very attentive to all the kids and alway there to work with the parents to overcome challenges . I also like that she has an individual curriculum plan for each child versus a common program for the entire...
Extremely S
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 the only daycare provider that I trust 100% with my daughter. She has such a warm heart and her home is a comforting place for children to play, learn, and grow! Olivia is so accommodating and helpful, and will always be my first call when in need of a...
Emily S
New Horizon Academy - Champlin, MN
9051 White Oaks Trail, CHAMPLIN, MN
5.0
(1)
Welcome to the Champlin, Minnesota New Horizon Academy! Our school is located off Highway 169 at the intersection of Elm Creek Parkway and Jefferson Highway. We have been serving Champlin children and families with high-quality daycare and preschool programs since 1995. With beautiful classrooms,...
5.0
"We absolutely adore New Horizon Academy. The staff are kind, patient, friendly, and fun, and we know they are providing excellent care to our little one. We especially love to see the pictures they take of her adventures throughout the day and appreciate that she...
Caitlin W.
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.
The Lifespan Development Centers
500 McKennans Church Road, Wilmington, DE
5.0
(1)
We provide an academic based full day preschool and child care. Our staff of professional educators provide your family with the highest quality curriculum accompanied with compassionate care, strong values, and ongoing communication about your child's learning progress.
We offer nursery,...
5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Lifespan Development Centers. I think I visited every child care facility in Delaware prior to my son being born! I wasn't sure what I was looking for during the visits. When I walked into Lifespan, I knew it was...
Sam
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
"Absolutely recommend The Wunderkind. It was recommended to me by a co-worker and I could not be happier with my daughters experience. It is far more than just a daycare, my daughter made very obvious strides in her learning development while here only a few days...
Care member
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
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.
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.
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
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Santa Maria, CA
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Santa Maria, CA?
Pre-k programs in Santa Maria, 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 Maria, CA?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Santa Maria, 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 Maria, 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 Maria, 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 Maria, 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 Maria, 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.