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Tonya Hawkins Day Care
5.0
Ms. Tonya is the best! She's like family to my son and I. Very soft spoken, but firm. She's a blessing. I honestly wouldn't know where I would be without her. She's very flexible and she always have my baby smelling sooooo good.
- Brianna L.
The Day School For Children
5.0
I am a Doctor/surgeon in New Jersey but my 2 daughters attended the DaySchool for Children some years ago. My wife heard about the school from one of her sorority sisters who son attended the The DaySchool. The DaySchool is the place where the intelligence and potential of my girls flourished. The...
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Kookaburra Daycare
5.0
Kristen is my daughter, so you may think I am biased. (and maybe I am) :-) However, she has always been my mother's helper. When her sister was born, Kristen was only 10. However, she stepped right up to the plate, and took wonderful care of her sister when needed.
She was always singing to...
- Rachel N
Preschools in Bear, DE
Bright New Scholars Academy
355 Corporate Blvd, Newark, DE
Bright New Scholars Academy (BNSA) is independently owned and operated, located in Pencader Office Park in Newark, Delaware. BNSA provides a safe and nurturing environment that focuses on your child's academic and social development. Our mission is to have your child grow in all areas of development...
Kiddie Academy of Middletown
915 Boyds Corner Road, MIDDLETOWN, DE
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...
Circle of Care Early Learners
528 West Pulaski Highway unit 3, ELKTON, MD
Nutritious meals
Parent Approved App
Diapers, wipes, pull-ups
CPR/First Aid Training to Parents
Family Engagement
Junior Tycoon's Retreat Family Childcare
98 Three Rivers Drive, Newark, DE
Junior Tycoon's Retreat Family Childcare offers a unique way to teach each Tycoon the fundamentals of education, developing, and self-growth. We encourage learning through FUN, independent exploration, and contribution of "Best Self" to become Junior Tycoons in society.
Licensed Family Childcare,...
The Gem School
100 Patriot Dr., Middletown, DE
Welcome to The GEM School !
It's an honor and a privilege, and a tremendous responsibility to care for children. With this in mind we provide only the best care available to every child that comes through our doors. Every child is treated as a unique individual.
Our staff are loving, nurturing,...
Kiddie Academy of Elkton
100 Kiddie Ln, ELKTON, MD
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...
Newark Day Nursery & Children's Center
921 Barksdale Rd, Newark, DE
2.0
(1)
NDNCC, a NAEYC & ACA accredited and DEStars 5 Star agency, is dedicated to providing the highest quality early childhood and school age services to educate, enrich, and inspire children and youth from culturally and economically diverse families. We offer Early Childhood Education for ages 6 wks to...
GREAT NEW BEGINNINGS OF MIDDLETOWN
210 Cleaver Farms Rd., MIDDLETOWN, DE
Our mission is to provide exceptional early education services through a transparent partnership with our families and our community.
Live internet viewing included in our weekly tuition.
The Learning Express is a family operated private school located in Newark, DE and has been providing childcare services to the community since 1994. The Learning Express began as a Pre-school, offering a unique structured academic program for children ages 3 through 5.
Our philosophy at The...
A. S. ACADEMY OF LEARNING, INC.
10 SONGSMITH DR, NEWARK, DE
Welcome!
A.S. Academy of Learning I offers Before and After Care for your "littles". We provide a balanced breakfast and an afternoon snack. When your child comes to after care from school he/she will have a chance for homework/assistance, snack and some much needed down (fun) time. We service...
Bumblebee's Childcare
104 Buttonwoods Rd, Elkton, MD
Hello Mom's, Dad's & Guardians!
My name is Valerie. I am starting my own home childcare. I have a large town home with a finished basement and fenced yard. I have two kids of my own that are in school full-time so we have tons and tons of toys and books. I am a very active person, so I love to take...
Pumpkin Bubbles Daycare
328 Canvasback Road, Middletown, DE
20+ years experience as a licensed family child care provider. Safe, loving care in a home away from home setting. CPR/First Aid certified. Breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack provided. Specialized infant care, indoor/outdoor play and preschool readiness.
GREAT NEW BEGINNINGS OF NEWARK
1132 Ogletown Rd, NEWARK, DE
Our mission is to provide exceptional early education services through a transparent partnership with our families and our community.
Live internet viewing included in our weekly tuition.
Tonya Hawkins Day Care
143 Cross Ave, New Castle, DE
3.0
(2)
Tonya Hawkins' Day Care provides a Level 2 childcare program in New Castle, Delaware. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. They welcome...
5.0
"Ms. Tonya is the best! She's like family to my son and I. Very soft spoken, but firm. She's a blessing. I honestly wouldn't know where I would be without her. She's very flexible and she always have my baby smelling sooooo good."
Brianna L.
The Day School For Children
3071 New Castle Ave, New Castle, DE
5.0
(4)
The Day School For Children is an educational facility located at 3071 New Castle Avenue, New Castle, Delaware and offers pre-kindergarten through grade six and toddler program. The school offers theme-based curriculum and focuses on intellectual, character and social skills development. Competent...
5.0
"I love the DaySchool for Children. I sent my oldest child there some years ago and she is brilliant. She was skipped 2 grades after leaving the DaySchool and is currently a 2nd year student at Swarthmore College. My son who also went to the DaySchool just got into...
Rose J.
Kookaburra Daycare
74 Franklin Dr, Middletown, DE
5.0
(1)
Kookaburra Daycare is brand new! So thank you for checking us out! Choosing childcare is one of the most important decisions parents make. So when making that decision consider that at Kookaburra, your children will have the comforts of home, with the structure of school, brand new toys and...
5.0
"Kristen is my daughter, so you may think I am biased. (and maybe I am) :-) However, she has always been my mother's helper. When her sister was born, Kristen was only 10. However, she stepped right up to the plate, and took wonderful care of her sister when...
Rachel N
Kiddie International Academy
843 Salem Church Rd, Newark, DE
1.0
(1)
We are a child care center offering services to families with children aged 12 months to 12 years! Our certified and committed staff encourages and teaches toddlers, preschoolers, and school age children.
Our center is licensed by the state of Delaware. The hours of operation are 6:30 am - 6:00 pm....
The DaySchool for Children
3071 New Castle Ave, New Castle, DE
Preschool program offering faith-based environment along with preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school classes. Preschool and kindergarten are multi-aged and children through age 9 learn and play in the same environment promoting greater levels of learning in the young and greater levels of...
Newark Montessori Preschool
1031 S Chapel St, Newark, DE
Newark Montessori Preschool in Newark, Delaware, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from two to six years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims...
Comforts Of Home Preschool LLC
732 West 12th Street, New Castle, DE
We provide everything a child needs at our family child care home. Our group is separated between two teachers; we have infants and toddlers in one room and preschoolers in another. Both teachers have studied child development and early childhood education at a college level. Our days are filled...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Bear, DE
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Bear, DE?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Bear, DE. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Bear, DE for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Bear, DE?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Bear, DE, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Bear, DE.
How can I find a preschool near me in Bear, DE?
When looking for a preschool near you in Bear, DE on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Bear, DE who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.