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Recent preschool reviews in Mary Esther, FL

Hatchlings Academy

5.0

You just have too see and meet these amazing people. Their program is unique to each individual child. Never have I seen a 3 yr old stand by the door and smile and wave! "Bye Nana, I'm going to school. ". All about academics n adventures. Like leaving your child with family! We love "School"!!!!

- Kim B

Happy Days Daycare

5.0

This daycare will always have our heart. My son was enrolled from age 1 to 5 and I was truly upset that he had to move on when Kindergarten started because this place was always like home to us. I have never felt so much love from all of the teachers and the way they loved and cared for my son was...

- Heather E.

Kid's Place

5.0

With Permission from Parent Survey: Jenna Hayes "Y'all are like Nike, you just do it! And, you do it well! We are so thankful (my child) has had such a great first impression of school. Kid's Place has exceeded all expectations."

- Janie F.

Mrs. Vickie's Little School House

5.0

I worked for Vickie and she is a great employer and care giver. All the kids there love her and many have been there since infancy. She is a kind and loving person who really cares about children.

- Sharon M

Preschools in Mary Esther, FL

Our Little School House

Our Little School House

505 E Hollywood Blvd., Mary Esther, FL

We are a family owned, private, licensed, and insured daycare that provide care for children ages 2 yrs old- 12 yrs old. We opened our doors in 1989 and have loved and cared for hundreds of children in our community for over 3 decades.

Our Little School House is an educational facility that serves the community of Mary Esther FL. It offers a warm and caring environment and provides developmentally appropriate programs that foster spiritual, emotional, social, and intellectual growth among children. The school promotes good values...

Kid's Discovery

2265 W Highway 98, Mary Esther, FL

1.0

(1)

Kid's Discovery in Mary Esther, Florida seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 236 children for preschool and kindergarten.

Hatchlings Academy

Hatchlings Academy

133 Hospital Drive NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL

5.0

(1)

Hatchlings Academy provides an individualized approach to early education. This start with day one when our faculty begins assessing your child and the areas that they need growth. We then comprise a plan with you to decide the best path for success. We provide nutritious lunch and snacks throughout...
5.0
"You just have too see and meet these amazing people. Their program is unique to each individual child. Never have I seen a 3 yr old stand by the door and smile and wave! "Bye Nana, I'm going to school. ". All about academics n adventures. Like leaving your child...

Kim B


Happy Days Daycare

Happy Days Daycare

8 Walter Martin Rd Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL

3.3

(7)

Happy Days Child Care is a family centric facility that strongly believes in partnering with the children's parents to yield the most successful learning environment possible.
5.0
"This daycare will always have our heart. My son was enrolled from age 1 to 5 and I was truly upset that he had to move on when Kindergarten started because this place was always like home to us. I have never felt so much love from all of the teachers and the way...

Heather E.


Kid's Place

Kid's Place

321 Racetrack Rd Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL

3.7

(3)

A One-Of-A-Kind program dedicated EXCLUSIVELY to 4-yr-old children enrolled in the VPK program. All children attend FREE. ALL family incomes qualify. Only 30 spaces available. No more than ten children per class, credentialed teachers. PROVEN KINDERGARTEN READINESS. Check out our Kindergarten...
5.0
"With Permission from Parent Survey: Jenna Hayes "Y'all are like Nike, you just do it! And, you do it well! We are so thankful (my child) has had such a great first impression of school. Kid's Place has exceeded all expectations.""

Janie F.


The Children's Center

The Children's Center

343 Holmes Blvd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL

We provide child care to children ages 6 weeks to 10 years of age. We have part time care and full time care. After school children will have field trips available

Trisha's Child Care

Trisha's Child Care

6621 Liberty St., Navarre, FL

I provide childcare in a safe, healthy, positive and educational environment. With a maximum of 3-4 children in the home, your child will have an individualized experience that will benefit their physical, intellectual, motor and social development. Age-appropriate activities will naturally...

First Baptist Church Preschool

First Baptist Church Preschool

9302 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre, FL

Our goal is to extend the ministry of First Baptist Church of Navarre. In our day to day activities, we pray that the Lord is exalted. We are laying both a spiritual and and an educational foundation for our preschoolers the will allow them to grow and develop for years to come. We believe...

Youth Village, Inc

Youth Village, Inc

644 Anchors St. NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Youth Village, Inc is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization located in Fort Walton Beach. It was formed in 1999 to create a safe place to provide various educational and recreational services to children in grades K-8 in our community. Our goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment with...

Paradise Day School

102 forth st SE, FORT WALTON BEACH, FL

Starting at $900/mo

5.0

(1)

A Pre School for 3, 4 and 5 year olds that specializes in STEM and creative art. Reserve your child’s place as space available is limited. Email us: paradisedayschool@gmail.com WELCOME TO PARADISE! Paradise Day School program is a comprehensive child development program for preschoolers...

Mrs. Vickie's Little School House

2279 Smallwood Dr., Navarre, FL

5.0

(1)

5.0
"I worked for Vickie and she is a great employer and care giver. All the kids there love her and many have been there since infancy. She is a kind and loving person who really cares about children."

Sharon M


All Stars Pre-School & Child Care

310 Woodrow St Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL

All Stars Pre-School & Child Care is a child care and education provider that serves the community of Fort Walton Beach FL. It offers a stimulating environment and provides age-appropriate activities that enhance children's social, emotional, mental, and physical abilities. The center promotes good...

Childcare Network #142

108 NW Jet Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Childcare Network#142 is located in Fort Walton Beach, FL. They provide high reach curriculum available to ages 6 weeks to 12 years old children. They keep their activities fun and stimulating to help your child learn and develop their physical being. They also offer before/after school and summer...

CURIOUS APPLES

CURIOUS APPLES

2726 HIGHWAY 87, NAVARRE, FL

Starting at $780/mo

Curious Apples, happily serving the child care needs of Navarre, FL since 2010 Our mission at Curious Apples is to provide an enriching, educational, preschool experience. We know that high quality preschool sets the foundation for future education. Strong neural connections in the brain must be...

Childcare Network #151

1883 Granada Street, Navarre, FL

Childcare Network #151 is located in Navarre, FL. They offer high rich learning curriculum that maximizes your child's learning potential. They offer infant, toddler and preschool programs that will build your child’s educational foundation. They cater to 6 weeks old infants to 12 years old...

First United Meth Preschool

103 1st St Se, Fort Walton Beach, FL

First United Meth Preschool 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 confidence and...

Melanie's Child and Animal Care

1325 Greendale Ave, Fort Walton Beach, FL

I am currently in school to be an emergency room physician. I have 1 god daughter and 3 God sons. I love children and hey always seem to take a liking to me. I am very patient, smart and listen. I'm a big hearted person and love children.

NANNY'S NEW BEGINNINGS CHILDCARE

8754 ORTEGA PARK DR, NAVARRE, FL


McGriff Family Day Care Home

57 Hemlock Dr Nw, Fort Walton Beach, FL

McGriff Family Day Care Home provides center and home-based child care services designed for preschool and school-age kids. The facility is licensed to admit and handle a total of ten children. McGriff Family Day Care Home has been doing business in the area since they started operating in 1975.

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