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Pre-k schools in Winterset, IA
Kiwicherie's Home Daycare
11700 Mill Road, Glen Allen, VA
5.0
(1)
Experienced former nanny and Pre-K teacher available for a family seeking full-time care of children aged six weeks to Pre-K.
I provide a structured day with story time, song time, and art, as well as indoor and outdoor play. Balancing hugs and fun with good manners and discipline, my parents...
"Cherie watched our daughter from age 6 months until recently when we transitioned to preschool at age 2. She was the first non-family member to watch our child, & will always hold a place in our hearts for the love, care & kindness she provided for our little girl...
Elizabeth S.
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...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Child care
"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.
5.0
(1)
Gurukul Learning Center is certified by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. We provide excellent Child Care and Early Education to children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age through our Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Pre-K day care programs. Visit our website...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Academic, Cooperative
School type:
Child care
Preschool
"As a first-time mom in a pandemic, it was a tough decision to send my only daughter off to daycare. However, she has been attending Gurukul Learning Center for almost a year now and it was the best decision I have ever made and I am so happy I chose this particular...
Becky W
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...
"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.
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,...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Outdoor/nature, Cooperative, Academic
School type:
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
"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 JCC's Richard S. Adler Early Childhood Learning Center
851 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland, FL
State license verified
5.0
(4)
Located in the heart of Maitland since 1973, the JCC's Richard S. Adler Early Childhood Learning Center is more than just a daycare, we are an award-winning, nationally accredited center for early learning. We serve children of all faiths, ages 8 weeks through Pre-K.
We design every learning...
Philosophy: Faith based, Developmental (play-based), Cooperative
School type:
Child care
Preschool
"An outstanding learning and growing environment for the whole community. Will be forever grateful to the teachers and staff. A wonderful way for a child to spend important developmental years!"
Eric A
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...
Philosophy: International, Outdoor/nature, Reggio emilia, Day Care, Montessori, Academic & more
School type:
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
"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
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.
Philosophy: Faith based, Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Child care
Preschool
"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
THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF OXFORD
55 GATEWAY DR, OXFORD, MI
5.0
(1)
The Goddard School of Oxford is now enrolling Infants through Pre-K and School Age Summer Camp! Every child deserves a warm, welcoming environment where extraordinary awaits and discovery and learning can happen naturally. Our preschool's approach to learning is centered around play-based activities...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
"Morgan D-5, Her school is very clean. When you walk in the building, its a very positive atmosphere. The office staff and Ms.Laura are really great.
"
Morgan D.
CHILDSPLAY LEARNING CENTER
705 SE PARK CREST AVE STE B, VANCOUVER, WA
Starting at $1300/mo
State license verified
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...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Cooperative, International, Academic, Outdoor/nature, Special needs & more
School type:
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
"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.
Andria's Place
14348 Squirrel Ln, Victorville, CA
3.0
(2)
A family child care with pre-school curriculum. We are located at Hook/ El Evado.Our daily activities are design to promote all aspects of child development, a safe and neat environment for each child to learn and at the same time feel at home. Healthy meals and snacks are served. Feel free to check...
"Andria's Place is well organized. The curriculum just simply fantastic. My child gets excited each morning on our way to school. Good job !"
Rem L.
Krystal's Home Child Care
901 E Sage Rd, Wasilla, AK
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I am a 33 year old experienced child care provider and mother to six children of my own. I am excited to offer not only a loving and affectionate environment but also a fun and structured learning based setting for pre-k kiddos. I currently have my CPR and First Aid certification and as a...
"Krystal is an amazing, caring, passionate, remarkable,
respected and empathetic home child care provider who cared for both my boys. As both a first time mother and someone who works in healthcare, Hayden was only 2 months old when he remained in her capable...
Dana E.
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...
Philosophy: Academic
School type:
In-Home daycare
"The Wunderkind was a recommendation from a family member. We were very apprehensive to send our daughter to a home based daycare during the pandemic but Ms.Kumud did a fantastic job to ease us in. The facility was clean and well maintained. The food provided was...
Varsha R
SPRINGS OF LIFE - ACADEMY
2385 ACADEMY PL, COLORADO SPGS, CO
5.0
(1)
We provide a family-like atmosphere for students and parents, that nurtures long-lasting cherished relationships. We have two convenient locations in Colorado Springs, East Uintah and Academy/Maizeland. Both locations offer infant daycare, toddler daycare, preschool, pre-kindergarten, and...
Philosophy: Academic, Faith based, Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
"My children have been in Springs of Life since 2022. They all love their teachers and I love how communicable the staff are. They always fill me in on anything that took place during the day and have fun arts and crafts for my children to take home. My youngest has...
Care member
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...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Academic, Cooperative
School type:
In-Home daycare
Preschool
"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
5.0
(1)
Research-based curriculum, professional experienced staff, low teacher to student ratio (80% of state max)
Safe, clean and secure environment. multiple cameras per room, key pad to enter building and biometric scanner to enter student areas.
Infants (4 weeks to 12 mo.)
Twos (2 years to 3...
School type:
Child care
Preschool
"One of the best learning centers by far that I have experienced! I am in the educational field and love the curriculum and the love they give my child."
Gena
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...
"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.
5.0
(1)
Primrose School of Fort Collins is a curriculum based pre-school and child care facility. We have been operating in the Fort Collins area since 2007 providing premium educational child care for children from 6 weeks to 12 years. Our staff are highly trained early childcare educators with many years...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Academic, Cooperative, Outdoor/nature, Montessori
School type:
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
"The human contact with them is great! They are so kind and nice and it feels like a community! "
Monica C.
5.0
(2)
Kidstown Learning Center is an affordable daycare that provides early childhood education in a nurturing environment that acknowledges cultural diversity. We offer preschool programs from six-weeks old to 5 years old, free voluntary pre-K (VPK), before and after school care programs, winter, spring...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Preschool
Child care
"This seems to be a really good school"
Lady M.
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...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Cooperative
School type:
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
"My son goes to Big Barn Preschool, is his second year there.
I found Big Barn Preschool doing a google search. At the time I needed an affordable childcare that also provides clean, caring, safe and a great learning environment for kids. I was pleased to find a...
tatiana C.
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Recent pre-k school reviews in Winterset, IA
Kiwicherie's Home Daycare
5.0
Cherie watched our daughter from age 6 months until recently when we transitioned to preschool at age 2. She was the first non-family member to watch our child, & will always hold a place in our hearts for the love, care & kindness she provided for our little girl in such a safe, structured...
- Elizabeth S.
Moma'S Loving Child Care
5.0
Moma's Loving Child Care has been a part of our lives for over a decade! Nanny has taken care of both of our children from the oldest to the youngest. My 1st born was 10 months old when he 1st came and my daughter was just 3 months old. They are now almost 11 yrs old and 3 yrs old today! He was...
- Andrea W.
Gurukul Learning Center
5.0
As a first-time mom in a pandemic, it was a tough decision to send my only daughter off to daycare. However, she has been attending Gurukul Learning Center for almost a year now and it was the best decision I have ever made and I am so happy I chose this particular family-run facility. She started...
- Becky W
Miss Mae's Pre-k
5.0
Wow. What a school… first off, my child RUNS inside every single
Morning. She wakes up asking if she can go to school today. I can’t fathom why anyone would leave a negative review about this woman or her school. From what I’ve seen, she needed to go away for a while (I’ve been through a divorce too...
- Care member
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.
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Winterset, IA
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Winterset, IA?
Pre-k programs in Winterset, 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 Winterset, IA?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Winterset, 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 Winterset, 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 Winterset, 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 Winterset, IA?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Winterset, 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.