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THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE
5.0
We have been part of the ISC since 2015. This school is more than just a building with classes, it is a whole community where teachers and administration become part of your family.
We enjoyed 7 whole years in the French program and I couldn’t be more grateful for the language experience our kids...
- Astrid D.
ALBEMARLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
5.0
I had my kids at AMCC for 7 years. I enrolled three of my kids. I saw my kids thrive in an environment that was really child centered and informed by best practice. They were cared for by staff who were both loving and responsible.
- Chelsea K.
Our Neighborhood Child Development Center
5.0
I have been working at Our Neighborhood for the past 5 years and it is by far the best job I have ever had. This school supports a partnership between the teachers and parents to provide quality, respectful care for the children. I am pregnant and am enrolling my son this winter because I believe it...
- Katie B.
Purple Crayon Playschool
5.0
The Purple Crayon Playschool is an absolutely amazing place for young children. My son cannot wait to get to the Purple Crayon each day. The students and teachers are an incredible community who learn together through play. Lena is so incredibly warm and nurturing and also has an incredible...
- Vicki
Foundations Child Development
5.0
My children love to come to Foundations! They have really bonded with their teachers, and their day is full of play and learning activities. The atmosphere is warm and friendly- like home care, but in a larger setting!
- Angela F.
Preschools in Ivy, VA
Millstone of Ivy Inc
3275 Morgantown Rd, Ivy, VA
The Millstone of Ivy, Inc based at 3275 Morgantown Road, Ivy, VA is a gentle loving environment for young children from two and a half years old to school age. The school offers a wide array of programs including arts, crafts, readiness in reading, field trips, summer camps, ballet, and Kindermusik.
5.0
(2)
The International School of Charlottesville, or the ISC, is a preschool and early elementary center of learning focused on inspiring curious minds and nurturing understanding hearts through language-immersion in Spanish and French for a lifetime of global citizenship. At the ISC, the new language is...
5.0
"We have been a part of the ISC community since 2017 when our daughter started in the Toddler Spanish program. Though she graduated from ISC in 2021, our son who also started in the Toddler Spanish program is currently in Junior Kindergarten. The teachers are...
Joy M.
ALBEMARLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
1550-1554 INSURANCE LANE, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
5.0
(4)
Come discover the magic of a Montessori education! We are a YEAR ROUND, full-day Montessori school for ages 18 months through 6th grade. Our internationally recognized Montessori Program embraces nature and the individualized curriculum is designed to match your child's personal development and...
5.0
"I had my kids at AMCC for 7 years. I enrolled three of my kids. I saw my kids thrive in an environment that was really child centered and informed by best practice. They were cared for by staff who were both loving and responsible.
"
Chelsea K.
Our Neighborhood Child Development Center
1015 East Market Street, Charlottesville, VA
5.0
(1)
Our Neighborhood Child Development Center provides the highest quality care and education for children, zero to eight years old. Our Neighborhood is a full day Reggio inspired educational program. We operate from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, to accommodate working families. Our...
5.0
"I have been working at Our Neighborhood for the past 5 years and it is by far the best job I have ever had. This school supports a partnership between the teachers and parents to provide quality, respectful care for the children. I am pregnant and am enrolling my...
Katie B.
Purple Crayon Playschool
122 Summit St, Charlottesville, VA
5.0
(5)
Purple Crayon Playschool is a preschool where academics are taught through play and children are contributors to curriculum development. We are a multi-age school in a home setting. The school is licensed and insured. As an educator, I meet each child where they are and attend to their interests and...
5.0
"The Purple Crayon Playschool is an absolutely amazing place for young children. My son cannot wait to get to the Purple Crayon each day. The students and teachers are an incredible community who learn together through play. Lena is so incredibly warm and...
Vicki
Congregation Beth Israel Preschool and Kindergarten
301 E. Jefferson St., Charlottesville, VA
CBI Preschool and Kindergarten is seeking experienced and nurturing teachers for our Toddler class. Based on the educational philosophy of Reggio Emilia and Jewish values, our school is a respectful and evocative learning environment that promotes opportunities for creative thinking, skill-building...
Bright Beginnings Preschool - Crozet
1645 Park Ridge Drive, Crozet, VA
At Bright Beginnings our mission is to provide high-quality, safe, nurturing, and engaging early childhood programs for preschool children while supporting each unique family unit. We strive to allow each child to develop at his or her own rate with the goal of a successful transition into...
Westminster Child Care Center
450 Rugby Rd, Charlottesville, VA
Westminster Child Care Center is a private, non-profit preschool serving children from 6 weeks to five years of age, serving approximately 80 children. The center, for over 43 years, has upheld its mission to serve a very diverse community.We are located one block from UVA. We hire educated...
Ms. Alison's Kangaroo Preschool
3157 Earlysville Rd, Earlysville, VA
A home-based preschool catering to children, aged 2.5 - 5 years. A safe, loving & natural environment where your child can explore, learn & grow. Located on 2 wooded acres, with chickens and a vegetable garden, a large playroom and an art/craft room. Please contact me to schedule a tour.
Little Explorers Discovery School
5804 St. George Ave, Crozet, VA
We are a preschool and after-school program, serving the Crozet community. Our hours are 7:30am-5:30pm. Our preschool program meets Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, while our after school program is Monday-Friday. We have half-day and full-day options, as well as an afternoon preschool program...
Bright Beginnings Preschool
1645 Park Ridge Drive, Crozet, VA
At Bright Beginnings our mission is to provide high-quality, safe, nurturing, and engaging early childhood programs for preschool children while supporting each unique family unit. We strive to allow each child to develop at his or her own rate with the goal of a successful transition into...
Bright Beginnings Preschool - Mill Creek
1221 Stoney Ridge Road, Charlottesville, VA
At Bright Beginnings our mission is to provide high-quality, safe, nurturing, and engaging early childhood programs for preschool children while supporting each unique family unit. We strive to allow each child to develop at his or her own rate with the goal of a successful transition into...
Little Explorers Discovery School
5804 St George Ave, Crozet, VA
We have half-day, full-day and after-school (school age) programs for children 2-12 years old, as well as child/caregiver classes for children ages 0-2 years. We implement a Reggio-inspired curriculum, where we follow a child-centered, inquiry-based approach to learning. Children are free to learn...
Foundations Child Development
3375 Berkmar Dr, Charlottesville, VA
5.0
(1)
Foundations Child Development in Charlottesville, Virginia, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant, preschool, and pre-kindergarten that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated...
5.0
"My children love to come to Foundations! They have really bonded with their teachers, and their day is full of play and learning activities. The atmosphere is warm and friendly- like home care, but in a larger setting!"
Angela F.
Mighty Minds Little Hands Int Pre School
2117 Angus Rd, Charlottesville, VA
3.0
(2)
Mighty Minds Little Hands International is a trilingual preschool at 2117 Angus Road, Charlottesville, VA that strives to bring quality childcare to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old. Their center features a nurturing and safe environment where your children can learn and grow.
5.0
"I have two little girls attending MMLHIP, and we have been really happy there. There has been some turnover in one of my daughter's classes, but it seems to have stabilized as they were working to find a stable replacement, and everyone who came in loved on those...
Lauren
St. Mark Lutheran Preschool
100 Alderman Road, Charlottesville, VA
4.0
(8)
St. Mark Lutheran Preschool is a non-profit, full-day, year-round, progressive preschool program. Our "Best Practices" curriculum draws from early childhood philosophies such as Reggio, Montessori and High Scope. We lovingly care for young children, ages 2 1/2 - kindergarten, in a bright, home-like...
5.0
"This preschool is wonderful! The staff is excellent, the classrooms are adorable, and the playground is fantastic! My child loves coming to school and misses it while she is away. We are so thankful to be a part of this SMLP family and we highly recommend it! "
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Piedmont Family YMCA Child Care
233 4th St Nw, Charlottesville, VA
5.0
(1)
Piedmont Family YMCA Child Care in Charlottesville, Virginia, is a child care establishment that utilizes the Montessori philosophy and materials in their classroom that self-correct and help the students in developing their five senses. This child care institution helps in promoting independence on...
5.0
"I like the teacher because they care good my kids , My 2kids was Ben there now one is in the 1rst grade and she doing good she read good and righting good it's because the YMCA teacher"
Kilozo A.
Christian Preschool Adventure
2505 Jefferson Park Ave, Charlottesville, VA
Christian Preschool Adventure is a daycare services provider that offers full-day child care programs for young children. The company is located at 2505 Jefferson Park Avenue, and they serve the Charlottesville, VA community. Christian Preschool Adventure also provides extended care services before...
Old Dominion Day School Inc
74 Barclay Place Ct, Charlottesville, VA
Old Dominion Day School is "Charlottesville's family friendly child care center" on Barclay Place Ct that offers programs to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Their center aims to cultivate the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual development of their students.
Mollie Michie Preschool
1901 Thomson Rd, Charlottesville, VA
Mollie Michie Preschool is a cooperative school that recognizes and respects the individuality of each child. The staff explores and encourages a child’s individuality by creating an atmosphere of unconditional acceptance. The school fosters the individual development of each child and enhance...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Ivy, VA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Ivy, VA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Ivy, VA. 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 Ivy, VA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Ivy, VA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Ivy, VA, 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 Ivy, VA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Ivy, VA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Ivy, VA 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 Ivy, VA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.