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Master Christi School
5.0
Incredible staff, detected administration, excellent community and philosophy and can't recommend it enough.
- Andrew S.
International Children's School, Inc
5.0
This school is exceptional!! Hidden gem! Our daughter went there for 2 years( age 3 and 4). She left reading and doing math.
Ms. Kouri, the principle, is one in a million!!
We are counting the days till our son can attend!!!
- Allyson B.
The Balancing Act Preschool & Enrichment Center
5.0
Our experience with them has been wonderful. Our child is advancing in everything they are learning. They are wonderful!
- HILLARY B.
Muddy Hands Preschool & Childcare Center, Essex
5.0
We have been part of the Muddy Hands family at their Colchester location for 5 years, they have cared for my now 5 year old twins since they were 12 weeks old as well as our now 15 mos old daughter. The owners and staff are great to work with, and have a great approach in how the kids learn. There...
- Jessica
Green Mountain Montessori School
5.0
Amazing program with outdoor science activities each day.
- Shireen M.
Preschools in Essex, VT
Heartworks Essex Center Road
51 Center Road, ESSEX, VT
Formerly known as STEAMworks Preschool, the STEAMworks preschool program will introduce children to important concepts and spark their natural curiosity in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. Students will learn from and be led by a highly knowledgeable and...
5.0
(1)
Private Catholic School Preschool (3yrs. old) - Grade 8. Faith-based atmosphere welcomes children of all denominations. Child-centered program stresses the development of a positive attitude, socially and pre-academically. Our goal is to foster and support a lifelong love of learning and...
5.0
"Incredible staff, detected administration, excellent community and philosophy and can't recommend it enough."
Andrew S.
International Children's School, Inc
1 Executive Drive, South Burlington, VT
5.0
(2)
(ICS) International Children's School Inc...So.Burlington,Vermont. (802)865-3344 ***CELEBRATING 29+ YEARS***
We have been established in South Burlington, VT since 1989. September, 2018, has begun our 29 years of Excellence in Education. As an early learning school for young children,...
5.0
"This school is exceptional!! Hidden gem! Our daughter went there for 2 years( age 3 and 4). She left reading and doing math.
Ms. Kouri, the principle, is one in a million!!
We are counting the days till our son can attend!!!"
Allyson B.
The Balancing Act Preschool & Enrichment Center
2 CORPORATE DRIVE, ESSEX JUNCTION, VT
Starting at $1920/mo
5.0
(2)
Welcome to The Balancing Act Childcare Center! We invite you to experience our unique blend of art, movement, nutrition, and fun complemented by access to Regal Gymnastics Facilities. We serve three nutritious meals every day. Our hours of operation are 7:30 AM- 5:30 PM. We would be jumping for joy...
5.0
"Our experience with them has been wonderful. Our child is advancing in everything they are learning. They are wonderful!"
HILLARY B.
Muddy Hands Preschool & Childcare Center, Essex
51 Center Road, Essex Junction, VT
5.0
(1)
Muddy Hands is a spacious childcare center conveniently located on route 15 close to Underhill, Westford, Jericho, and Richmond. Our normal business hours are 7:30 - 5:30. Serving children 6 weeks and up.
At Muddy Hands, we offer a complete curriculum that nourishes each child's individual needs...
5.0
"We have been part of the Muddy Hands family at their Colchester location for 5 years, they have cared for my now 5 year old twins since they were 12 weeks old as well as our now 15 mos old daughter. The owners and staff are great to work with, and have a great...
Jessica
Heartworks Burlington
102 Lake Street, BURLINGTO, VT
Heartworks School in Burlington was founded in 2004, and our successful and popular program warranted doubling the space in 2006. Heartworks Burlington is located on the waterfront, close to Waterfront Park, which provides a wonderful green space for the children, in addition to our existing play...
Heartworks Williston
134 Blair Park Road, WILLISTON, VT
When the Heartworks Preschool in Williston was founded in 2002, it had four classrooms. In 2017, five additional classrooms were added to provide care to six-week olds through 23 months. Today, the school has eight classrooms for two-year-olds through pre-kindergartners, due largely to the quality...
Helping children foster early and meaningful relationships with the environment and their community is what we do.
At Old School, our classroom is as much outdoors as it is indoors. Our location at Ascension Lutheran Church (95 Allen Road) in South Burlington boasts access to 6+ acres of forest...
Center For Technology Essex Preschool
3 Educational Drive, Essex Junction, VT
We offer 2 hour morning classes Tuesday-Friday for 4-5 years old and afternoon classes on Tuesday & Thursday for 3 year olds. The cost is very low and we have a beautiful classroom and playground. We offer play and socialization, art and creativity and curriculum in language arts, math, science and...
Heartworks Essex Pinecrest Drive
25 Pinecrest Drive, ESSEX JCT., VT
Loveworks offers year-round programs for children six weeks old through Pre-Kindergarten. All classes offer excellent loving care along with activities to enhance fine and gross motor skills, language development, learning through discovery, social and emotional skills, and plenty of explore and...
Early Learning Preschool Center
121 Maple Street, Burlington, VT
Early Learning Preschool Center is a small, center-based early childhood education program. We offer high-quality, affordable, part or full day preschool to children ages 3-5 years. Our program is designed to provide children with rich experiences to help them develop their cognitive, motor,...
Kid Logic Learning, LLC
72 Ethan Allen Drive, South Burlington, VT
Offering Enriching Early Education for children ages 6 weeks to age 10 years
Programs include:
Infant/ones, Two's, Bridge, Preschool , Multi age, PreK, & School age care
Our Philosophy
To build upon Foundations of Learning, Recognizing each child's uniqueness, Exploring the world around us,...
Williston Enrichment Center
82 Winter Sport Lane, Williston, VT
We are a Reggio-inspired early childhood education center dedicated to cultivating joy and wonder in our students and ourselves.
Our childcare center is committed to providing high quality care to children and families. We offer children the opportunity to use the natural world as a tool for...
Green Mountain Montessori School
8 Jericho Rd, Essex Junction, VT
5.0
(1)
We serve children ages 3-6 from all surrounding communities. Green Mountain Montessori School is State approves, Independent kindergarten Licensed and ACT 166 approved. (You get 1/2 off your tuition from the State.)
"Our aim is not only to make the child understand, and still less to force him to...
5.0
"Amazing program with outdoor science activities each day."
Shireen M.
Bonnie's daycare
41 Jericho Rd., Essex Junction, VT
5.0
(1)
5.0
"We used Bonnie for both of our children, from the time they were 4 months old through three years old. She was wonderful, and we always felt comfortable with entrusting our kids to her care. She is thoroughly dedicated. She was great with potty training too and...
KM
Leaps And Bounds Williston Road
1600 Williston Rd, South Burlington, VT
5.0
(1)
5.0
"Such a wonderful Daycare for my daughter. We've been bringing our daughter to Leaps and Bounds now since April 2015 and couldn't be happier. Everyday, my daughter is exciting to see her teachers and friends. She's constantly coming home with cute projects based...
Makesha H
Poker Hill School, Inc.
209 Poker Hill Road, Underhill, VT
Poker Hill School is situated on a small farm, surrounded by nature in Underhill, Vermont. It offers a stimulating and fun place for children to grow, discover and learn. The school caters to children ages three to five years old, providing them with activities that nurture the development of...
Sara Holbrook Community Center
66 North Ave, Burlington, VT
Sara Holbrook Community Center in Burlington, VT develops productive and responsible families, children, and youth through social development, recreational, and educational opportunities. They feature activities that expand imaginations, reinforce academic skills, etc. They develop the preschooler's...
Children's Preschool & Enrichment Center,Inc.
39 Main Street, Essex Junction, VT
Children's Preschool & Enrichment Center is a licensed childcare facility located in Essex Junction, Vermont. It offers a preschool curriculum for children. It strives to provide children with the most appropriate care. The Center provides a stimulating environment that promotes social skills,...
PlayCare Center, The
21 Farr Road, Richmond, VT
The Playcare Center is a fun and stimulating childcare and educational facility located at 21 Farr Road, Richmond, Vermont. It offers full-time/part-time child care and preschool programs that strive to meet the children's growth and developmental needs. The Playcare Center is open Mondays through...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Essex, VT
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Essex, VT?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Essex, VT. 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 Essex, VT for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Essex, VT?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Essex, VT, 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 Essex, VT.
How can I find a preschool near me in Essex, VT?
When looking for a preschool near you in Essex, VT 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 Essex, VT who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.