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Bastrop Montessori
5.0
This school and its staff have been absolutely outstanding. They have shown the highest care for my son and go above and beyond just simply providing daycare. Starting out at 18 months old they embrace the Montessori method and begin teaching the kids age appropriate lessons and skills.
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Gwiggles Preschool LLC
5.0
Our daughter attended Gwiggles from 21 months old until she was 4.5 and went off to TK. I am so grateful that we found Gwiggles. Despite starting in mid-2021, still in the midst of a global pandemic, Gwiggles became a second family. It was clear that the teachers genuinely loved our daughter and...
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Grow And Learn Child Care
5.0
My kids love coming here and have learned so much, especially my son whom is 3.5 years old. I can see his improvements that he’s been making every week with speaking and writing. Also, he loves the food! Whenever I pick up my son, he never wants to leave because of how much he enjoys being at the...
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Mia's Sprouts Early Childhood Development Center
5.0
Our nearly two-year-old son has been attending Mia Sprouts the last five months, and we could not be more grateful for the staff, who go above and beyond in their communication and hands on teaching, and the environment, which is inviting, clean and an incredible space for child development. During...
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Collingdale Academy Montessori School
5.0
My niece has been at this school since she was 2 years of age, and she will be five soon. The progress through the Montessori environment has been an amazing process to watch during her educational journey. The family is beyond satisfied with the school, staff, and the culture.
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Preschools in Dayton, IA
5.0
(6)
Bastrop Montessori is an authentic Montessori school for children 18 months through 12 years old. In today’s rapidly changing world it is more important than ever before that young people retain their natural sense of curiosity, adaptability, sense of wonder and adventure and their compassion for...
5.0
"Such an amazing school! My daughter has learned and grown so much intellectually, socially, and emotionally. Caring and intelligent teachers. I would highly reccomend!"
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5.0
(3)
Gwiggles is an early childhood education program that offers Preschool services for up to 12 children at a time. We have a teacher to child ratio of 1:4 and we accept children ages 3-6 years old.
Our mission is to create a place where all children feel safe and loved and where they are able to...
5.0
"Extremely thoughtful teachers, active learning environment. Everyone is so deeply connected to my child's success and current social and academic progress. My child has been here for almost 3 years and it has become a second home."
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Grow And Learn Child Care
32777 Brampton Court, Menifee, CA
5.0
(3)
Large Licensed Home-Based Child Care
Certified CPR, First Aid and AED
Member of Child Nutrition Program of Southern California
Hours of operation 7:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday maximum 9 hours per day
Accepting all ages 2 months to 6 years old
Now accepting Part-time
Drop off and...
5.0
"My kids love coming here and have learned so much, especially my son whom is 3.5 years old. I can see his improvements that he’s been making every week with speaking and writing. Also, he loves the food! Whenever I pick up my son, he never wants to leave because of...
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Mia's Sprouts Early Childhood Development Center
63645 Scenic Drive, BEND, OR
5.0
(1)
Mia’s Sprouts Early Child Development Center is a preschool and daycare that has two locations located in downtown Redmond, OR on NW Greenwood Ave, and Bend, OR on Scenic Drive. Mia’s Sprouts was founded in 2016 by Martha Isela. It is a result of a lifetime of experiences and education that made her...
5.0
"My child has been in this program since she was just 3 months old, and now she is thriving in the after-school program! The nurturing environment and the dedicated teachers truly focus on the children's needs and development. I also have a third child on the way,...
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Collingdale Academy Montessori School
709 BARTRAM AVE, COLLINGDALE, PA
5.0
(2)
We’re an award-winning Montessori school and early education center located near Collingdale Train Station. We are very proud to say that we are the only Montessori School in Collingdale, PA. Our facilities offer bright classrooms and two private playgrounds. Your toddler will feel safe, get plenty...
5.0
"My niece has been at this school since she was 2 years of age, and she will be five soon. The progress through the Montessori environment has been an amazing process to watch during her educational journey. The family is beyond satisfied with the school, staff, and...
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Lil' Lollypop Preschool
8012 Whitaker St, Buena Park, CA
5.0
(3)
We are a school readiness preschool that serves families with children ages 2-10 in the city of Buena Park. Potty training is available for 2-3-year-olds. Children are engaged in daily age appropriate activities that are fun and stimulating to their development. A set curriculum is followed by...
5.0
"My 2 grandsons attended Lil' Lollypop for 3 years. Between the 2, we went through the 2 and 3 year old classrooms, pre k class and after school daycare. The teachers were all very caring and had both boys completely ready for kindergarten. They helped potty train...
Janet W.
5.0
(1)
Childs World School is home away from home. A safe place where children feel loved and respected. We partner with families to provide our children with developmentally appropriate learning through hands on experiences which prepare children for life outside our nurturing walls. Our beautiful...
5.0
"We have been a part of the CWS community for 7 years, with both of our kids starting at infant age and going through pre-k and absolutely love everything about it. The teachers and staff are the best we could ask for, always great with the kids and also the...
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Little Sprouts Natick
11 Huron Drive, NATICK, MA
5.0
(1)
We invite you to discover Little Sprouts Natick, a beautiful, joyful school intentionally designed to inspire learning and play. Our modern features and brightly colored spaces create a welcoming environment in which your child will embark upon new adventures and meet new friends. With many...
5.0
"We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our children. Our children have learned so much and look forward to returning each day. We appreciate the thoughtfulness that goes...
Alex L.
New Hope Faithful Friends Academy
700 West Stallings Street, Clayton, NC
5.0
(2)
New Hope Faithful Friends Academy provides programs for children ages 12 months - 5 years old and School Aged children Kindergarten-5th Grade.
We have the following programs available for our community:
1. Morning Preschool Program for children ages 1 year to 5 Years.
Monday - Friday -...
5.0
"This is a great new preschool that has opened up in the Clayton area and is Christian Based in its teachings.Very knowledgeable staff and very friendly clean atmosphere. Very clean, looks like new renovation to the existing building. I would give it a 5 star rating...
James B.
Building Kidz of Gilbert
1451 East Williams Field Road, GILBERT, AZ
3.0
(2)
Building Kidz Worldwide is a childcare center run across the U.S. and the world by loving and committed franchisees. Building Kidz of Chandler preschool is located is at 1451 E Williams Field Rd Suite 107 Gilbert AZ 85295. We offer preschool, infant, and toddler childcare. Building Kidz has a...
5.0
"GREAT ENVIRONMENT! Locally owned makes it even better."
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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
5.0
(3)
We provide families with top-notch education and care for their children by nurturing curiosity, confidence, creativity and compassion through our Balanced Learning approach.
5.0
" My son has been going to Primrose Cedar Park West, since he was four months old and the staff and management are just so fantastic. At 3 years old, my son is way ahead of any other kids his age and I do have the teachers to thank for that. -Rachael Z
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Rachael Z.
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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Kelly's After-school Kids
34 Pershing Avenue, Ossining, NY
5.0
(1)
The care and attention that adults give to our children is essential in making them happy. In my home, I take pride in caring for every child each day by providing the proper attention, food and space they need for healthy development. We are a family daycare, and although most of our kids are after...
5.0
"Kelly and her staff does a great job providing a safe, reliable and enriching environment for our two kids before and after school. They are very caring and nurturing. We appreciate the intimate home environment and are happy our children learn Spanish there....
Chris S
The International School of Minnesota
6385 Beach Road, Eden Prairie, MN
5.0
(2)
We are home to a premier Early Childhood Education (ECE) program that welcomes potty-trained children starting at the age of 3. We provide full-day and half-day options for Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten and full-day Kindergarten. Call us at 952-918-1840 for a private kindergarten experience in the...
5.0
"I am very impressed with The International School of Minnesota's program and its teachers. My child loves to come to school each day (and has since he started in Preschool last year) and does not want to leave each day. I look forward to many more years here at...
Momof3
Building Kidz of Menlo Park
490 WILLOW ROAD, MENLO PARK, CA
5.0
(1)
We're a small high top performing preschool that is located in the park. Our preschool specializes in the Performing Arts where children learn music, dance and theater. Your preschooler will truly love our environment and curriculum. Our philosophy is to develop the whole child in all aspects of...
5.0
"Owner has been in the game forever - I'd trust my child here over anything. "
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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...
5.0
" My son has been there since he was 3 months old and he is now 2. They have an app they use that I can keep track of what my son is doing. We have become super comfortable.
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Sarah O.
GODDARD SCHOOL WELLESLEY
141 LINDEN ST, WELLESLEY, MA
5.0
(2)
The Goddard School of Wellesley is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day.
We are proud to serve the surrounding communities, including Wellesley, Natick, Wayland, Weston, Needham, and Newton. We are dedicated to providing an enriching, nurturing...
5.0
"The cleanliness , safety and the quality of teachers, I love that they provide minute by minute pictures of my little one, an app is also provided so that I can peak in on her each day. Though I've only been here 8 months I would recommend them to other local...
ELIZABETH D.
Little Tree Education
314 Route 108, Madbury, NH
5.0
(4)
Little Tree Education is an innovative, Montessori-based School in Madbury NH that serves modern families in the NH Seacoast and Dover, Durham, Madbury area.
LTE is focused on redefining the standard of early education. If you value education from birth, LTE is for your family.
Little Tree...
5.0
"Coming off my maternity leave, I was in need of childcare in short notice after the nanny we had set up bailed (not someone we found through Care.com - lesson learned). Sarah & the team at Little Tree worked with me to offer a part-time schedule that could help me...
Sandra R.
ALL GOD'S CHILDREN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
1900 WILLOW LAKE ROAD, DISCOVERY BAY, CA
3.0
(4)
We are a non-profit, faith based, private school. We serve the Discovery Bay, Byron & Brentwood Communities. We offer Preschool, Pre-K and Kindergarten through 5th Grade. We also offer morning and afternoon extended care as well as homework club for our Elementary students.
5.0
"Amazing teachers one of the best schools around. The kids are well mannered and its a great environment."
Adrianna M.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Dayton, IA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Dayton, IA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Dayton, IA. 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 Dayton, IA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Dayton, IA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Dayton, IA, 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 Dayton, IA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Dayton, IA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Dayton, IA 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 Dayton, IA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.