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Paintbox Preschool
5.0
I love this center! Both of my children and my niece have attended.
One experience that has really stuck with me was when covid hit and everyone had to shut down, the teachers recorded personal videos for my daughter. I could just tell the teachers truly did miss her!
It is a small tight knit...
- Amanda I.
Koala Kids Child Care
5.0
My daughter went to koala kids for three years and was very sad to leave! Over those three years, there was never a question if she was taken care of or safe. She was always happy to be there and felt loved and supported by Ms Kristine. The small size of the daycare made it so she always felt heard...
- Care member
MY LEARNING TREE - WARWICK
5.0
I enrolled my son into My Learning Tree - Smithfield back in August. My gratitude towards his teacher and the staff who have been supportive in our ventures with Early Intervention for Speech therapy are undeniably joyful. His vocabulary has improved immensely within the first month, continuing...
- Care member
Davies Early Learning Center
5.0
Great new playground. Kids have so much fun!!
- Care member
Aim High Early Learning Center
5.0
My son has attended Pre-school and Pre-K at Aim High and it was the best decision for him. The teachers are all wonderful. He comes home everyday happy and excited to talk about what he learned and did that day. I love the incorporation of gymnastics and activity every day for him. It was very...
- Katherine S.
Preschools in Cranston, RI
Gymboree Play & Music / Cranston
45 Sockanossett Cross Rd, Cranston, RI
Gymboree Play & Music-Cranston is a child care facility based in Rhode Island that offers a developmentally appropriate program for children of up to 5 years old. The company’s goal is to provide children with experiences and opportunities that will support their holistic development. Gymboree Play...
Little Dreamers Daycare
53 Malden St, Cranston, RI
Little Dreamers Daycare offers home-based child care services to the residents and children of the Cranston, Rhode Island community. The company, located at 53 Malden Street, admits eight children between the ages of three months and six years old. Little Dreamers Daycare operates from 7:00 in the...
Caitlyn C
85 Lexington Ave, Cranston, RI
I have been working in child care for 14 plus years. I started working in a child care center when I was 17. I worked there for a few years caring for infants, toddlers, and school aged children, until I felt I had enough experience to open my own home daycare. When I was 23 I converted the bottom...
Cornerstone School
665 Dyer Ave, Cranston, RI
Cornerstone School is a small, year-round private special education school in Cranston, Rhode Island that serves young people ages eighteen months to twenty-one years old. The school offers an integrated early childhood program and a continuum of educational and therapeutic services for students.
First Years Learning Center
1400 Elmwood Ave, Cranston, RI
Located in Cranston, Rhode Island, First Years Learning Center is a family-owned, child care center that accepts infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. It strives to provide children with quality day care service and learning programs. The Center has a maximum capacity of enrolling up to...
The Gingerbread House Preschool - Building 2 - School Aged
1458 Park Ave, CRANSTON, RI
The Gingerbread House Preschool - Building 1 - Infant/Toddler
1458 Park Ave, CRANSTON, RI
Paintbox Preschool
321 High St, CUMBERLAND, RI
5.0
(2)
CURRENTLY ENROLLING FOR SEPTEMBER 2023 (we do not have current openings)- Paintbox Preschool is a small, welcoming school for children ages 3 - 5 years. We like to believe our preschool is your child's second family. Our program is active and busy. Students learn best through investigation and play...
5.0
"I love this center! Both of my children and my niece have attended.
One experience that has really stuck with me was when covid hit and everyone had to shut down, the teachers recorded personal videos for my daughter. I could just tell the teachers truly did...
Amanda I.
Koala Kids Child Care
818 County St, Seekonk, MA
5.0
(15)
1 INFANT OPENING
MARCH 2025
I am Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care and I am a EEC certified preschool, toddler and infant teacher. Our program is open year round Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 to 5:00 Thursday 8:00 to 4:00. I have my...
5.0
"Ms. Kristine daycare was excellent for our daughter. Our daughter was always happy to go in and it was clear that Kristine took great care of her and was very kind. There was numerous activities and paintings that our daughter enjoyed. There is a nice fenced in...
John C.
MY LEARNING TREE - WARWICK
7 Messer Street, WARWICK, RI
5.0
(4)
We create magical learning experiences for children the age of 8 weeks to 5 years old. Children learn, grow, & develop mindfulness with an exceptional, high-quality curriculum. We follow our core values be providing MAGIC. Mindful of our students and each other, Achieve a positive impact on our...
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about My Learning Tree. My children have been attending for over a year, and we’ve had a fantastic experience. The staff is incredibly caring and attentive, always making sure that every child feels safe and valued.
One aspect I...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Located on the William M. Davies Jr Career and Technical High School campus, this program is unique in its collaboration with Davies Education/Childcare students. Staff offer a safe, quality enriched environment with learning activities aimed at preparing children for their next steps into...
5.0
"Great new playground. Kids have so much fun!!"
Care member
Aim High Early Learning Center
3355 South County Trail, East Greenwich, RI
5.0
(1)
The Aim High Early Learning Center is a preschool for children between the ages of 3-5 years. We follow an academic school year that starts the Tuesday after Labor Day and run until the first Friday in June. At the Aim High Early Learning Center, children are allowed and expected to be just who...
5.0
"My son has attended Pre-school and Pre-K at Aim High and it was the best decision for him. The teachers are all wonderful. He comes home everyday happy and excited to talk about what he learned and did that day. I love the incorporation of gymnastics and activity...
Katherine S.
Kat's Dance Centre & Performing Arts
101 Higginson Ave, Lincoln, RI
5.0
(1)
Kats Dance Centre & Performing Arts - Where you learn to dance and join a family!
At KDCPA we take our roles as mentors and teachers in your child's life very seriously. It is our objective to inspire a passion for the art of dance in every child who passes through our doors. In the process, we...
5.0
"great environment for kids
love it there"
Anonymous
TOTS' TOWN, INC., Childcare Center
29 GEORGE WATERMAN RD Left Rear Entrance, JOHNSTON, RI
Starting at $1080/mo
5.0
(2)
We are committed to educational excellence, as evidenced by our accreditation from BrightStars. We warmly welcome children of all faiths, ethnicities, and backgrounds. We promote whole-children education, and we strive to realize the potential within each student, taking into account their...
5.0
"Our son has been attending Tot's Town for over two years. I am so grateful for this amazing center and the great work that the teachers do. They genuinely care about the kids and provide safe, positive, and fun learning experiences for them. Our son has learned so...
Tipaphai
Maple Tree Childcare
51 Zanfagna Street, Johnston, RI
5.0
(1)
Maple Tree Childcare is a small home daycare program on the Johnston/Cranston line in RI. We are deeply inspired by Lifeways, Waldorf Education and time spent in nature. Our days are filled with song, stories, meaningful life skills, handwork projects, wholesome organic meals and most importantly...
5.0
"Samantha is an exceptional care provider. Caring, creative, patient, intelligent and kind- she cared for my daughter and created a space of love that helped my four year old bloom. We love Sam and were sad to graduate but glad she will be caring for other children...
Gendron F
Cadence Academy Preschool
22 Cedar Swamp Road, SMITHFIELD, RI
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp...
ASTRO Academy
120 Webster Street, PAWTUCKET 02861, RI
ASTRO Academy, an afterschool program with a holistic approach to wellness and education.
ASTRO gives kids ages 5 to 13 fully equitable access to best-practices academic mentoring and fun, athletic, creativity-focused, and STEM activities beyond their formal school day and traditional school...
Buttonwoods School for Young Children
311 Buttonwoods Ave, Warwick, RI
Buttonwoods School for Young Children is a private Christian Preschool and Kindergarten that offers half day and full day programs. We focus on the whole child which includes character building. There is an atmosphere of "family" with the pristine care and compassion, as well as, the individualized...
Brown Play School
4 Newman Ave., Rumford, RI
Brown Play School is an independent preschool serving three, four and five year-olds in the greater Providence area. Our curriculum is based on the Reggio Emilia philosophy of child-centered play and learning. We are a partnership school where parents and families are encouraged to participate but...
Paper Crown Preschool
105 Frenchtown Rd, East Greenwich, RI
Our environment and curriculum are influenced by Waldorf Education and the Vygotsky Approach - Tools of the Mind. At Paper Crown Preschool, we focus on strengthening "learning to learn" skills such as attending to others, working memory, planning, problem solving, cooperation, and flexibility....
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Cranston, RI
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Cranston, RI?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Cranston, RI. 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 Cranston, RI for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Cranston, RI?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Cranston, RI, 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 Cranston, RI.
How can I find a preschool near me in Cranston, RI?
When looking for a preschool near you in Cranston, RI 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 Cranston, RI who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Cranston, RI preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Preschools in Cranston, RI are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.