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Kingdom Daycare
5.0
Loving, caring, kind staff who work to see each child succeed no matter what level they are at!
- Rachel G.
Memorable Moments Youth Development Program - Ogontz Avenue
5.0
The education is great. He learns, retains and brings the knowledge home with him.
- Delores T.
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
Turtle Tails Preschool and Childcare
5.0
Having our kids in Turtle Tales has been absolutely of the most valuable, consistent positive influences in our kid's lives. I'm amazed how many life skills that are learned and reinforced here, how many fun facts they learn from Mr. John about volcanos, weather, history, animals and all sorts of...
- Caleb V.
GROWING CHILDREN OF RHODE ISLAND
5.0
As a first time mom, it was so hard to trust someone with our child. Just felt overwhelming to learn so much about how everything works. The director made it such a smooth transition. Her teacher has been amazing at keeping me up to date daily. I love that she comes home exhausted from how well they...
- Mariah G.
Pre-k schools in Santa Maria, CA
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.
Memorable Moments Youth Development Program - Ogontz Avenue
7604 Ogontz Ave, PHILADELPHIA, PA
Starting at $1200/mo
5.0
(1)
Memorable Moments is a nonprofit early learning center with the highest ranking in quality from Keystone Star as a Star 4 facility. We provide an inclusive and respectful environment where children are accepted and encouraged to learn new skills, use their imagination, explore their creativity, and...
5.0
"My kids have been going since 6 weeks. All concerns have always been addressed. "
Patricia N.
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
5.0
(3)
****We only offer full day preschool care, we do not offer half day preschool at this point**
***We are open Mon-Thurs, closed Fridays***
Turtle Tales is a Licensed Family Childcare operating like a Multi-Age Preschool / Pre-K where all ages are kept together to get the full spectrum of...
5.0
"Our daughter has been going to the family run Turtle Tales in Saint Paul for 18 months now and we're delighted with how it has been going. Becca and John are kind, sweet-natured people with lots of character. They keep the children happy and entertained, which...
Jonathan 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
"I actually went here as a kid and recommend them enough. They use an amazing parent app that makes me feel well connected during the day with updates and pictures. The location is great! A beautiful wooded area right next to the playground for the kids. We are very...
Gregory H.
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
"New Horizon has amazing director and always makes sure my daughter has everything she needs. The teachers there are very nice, and I never have to worry when my daughter goes to daycare."
Jenna A.
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 takes her time with our little guy and stays on his level. She is very attentive and observant. She leaves us feeling like we are leaving our son who is 1 with FAMILY. She has become a member of the family"
Rick A
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
"Little Sprout preschool is a unique blend of strong academics, kinder readiness, hands on skills and a fun learning environment that most schools strive for, but never get to. The director is very attentive to the needs of the children, and kids hop into school...
Satisfied P
TIR NA NOG CHILDCARE
217 West Central St, NATICK, MA
5.0
(4)
Tir Na Nog Childcare is inspired by the enchanting Irish folklore of “The Land of the Young,” a mythical place where happiness, youthfulness, and endless joy thrive. In this magical land, no one ever grows old, and beauty and wonder are boundless.
At Tir Na Nog Childcare, we are dedicated to...
5.0
"Tir Na Nog Childcare is AMAZING. Both of my children attended from 8 weeks of age until graduating for kindergarten. My son started in 2004 and my daughter in 2018, having such a large age gap between my children I was lost as things had changed quite a bit :( The...
Care member
5.0
(9)
MasterKey Academy is a Texas Rising Star -4 Star accredited early childhood learning program that also includes academic support after school for K—5th grade. Our teachers provide a quality learning experience that promotes language, literacy, and critical thinking through discovery-type learning...
5.0
"The people at Masterkey are welcoming and nurturing toward the children. My daughter felt very loved during her time there. "
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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.
Primrose School of North Meridian
4818 North Elsinore Ave, MERIDIAN, ID
5.0
(2)
Brand-new, comprehensive pre-school in Meridian, ID! Primrose Schools has been providing the highest level of care and early education for nearly 50 years and ours is the 1st in Idaho. Full proprietary curriculum (we are a pre-school, not a daycare), provide all meals and snacks (chef on site in a...
5.0
"What a breath of fresh air to have high-quality care in the Treasure Valley! We come from Seattle’s pre-K care standards and found Primrose shares these values and upholds a high bar across their teachers and ownership/leadership. Our experience thus far has been...
Jasi H.
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
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
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
"We Love Miss Edna! Our 3 year old loves her too! Most importantly, I feel Miss Edna loves the kids she cares for!"
Scott L
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.
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
"My daughter has been a student at Childsplay Learning Center since she was about 8 weeks old. My baby has learned so much, developed relationships with all of her teachers, has friends that she goes to "school" with and enjoys all the activities. I honestly do not...
Krystle V.
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
"Fantastic school with caring and trained staff!"
Jessica C.
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...
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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
"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.
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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.