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We are a small daycare, licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), located within SPORTIME Schenectady, a family-oriented tennis and sports club. Eager Explorers is designed to serve preschool age children - our focus is on, and our expertise is in, their...
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"Both of my kids have attended Summer camp there the last 2 years in a row. All of the counselors seem happy and eager to play with the kids. We've had no issues. It's hard as it is to find childcare in general and we feel very safe with out children there. "
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0071 - Childtime on Vly Road
145 Vly Rd, SCHENECTADY, NY
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...
Little Scholar's Play Place
907 Michigan Avenue, Schenectady, NY
Coming soon! Accepting registration for all ages for Spring 2021! New York registration/license in process.
Little Scholar's Play Place is a Home Daycare located in Schenectady, New York. Daycare services provided from newborn to age 12. As the Director, I am certified in both CPR and First Aid by...
Ella's Care
8 Jane Dr, Schenectady, NY
My name is Ella and I am starting my own daycare because I genuinely love children and want to provide a safe, nurturing environment for them as I would want for my own, so that their parents can go to work comfortable in the fact that their most precious resources are happy and being well cared...
Learningland Daycare
70 S Westcott Rd, Schenectady, NY
I am a registered family daycare provider, located in Rotterdam. My program is called Learningland Family Daycare. I do a preschool curriculum with the children: ABC's, numbers, colors, arts and crafts, etc. Also provide, breakfast, lunch and snack. I currently have some openings. Call to set up an...
My Place To Play
2623 Guilderland Ave, Schenectady, NY
My Place To Play is a children's recreation center and preschool education provider located at 2623 Guilderland Avenue, Shenectady, New York. The preschool program offers a Christian, faith-based curriculum designed to build positive traits in children ages 2 to 4 years old. Summer Camp program is...
Wonderland Co-Operative Nursery School
1915 Helderberg Ave, Schenectady, NY
Wonderland Co-Operative Nursery School in Schenectady, NY offers a wide variety of class options for children ages three to five years old. The school's curriculum mainly centers on socialization, listening and language skills development, large and small motor skills development, music and art, and...
Park Avenue Nursery School
943 Palmer Ave, Schenectady, NY
Park Avenue Nursery School is a play-based cooperative school located in Schenectady NY. It offers comprehensive early childhood programs for children ages three and four. The school seeks to provide a strong social and educational foundation through exploration and discovery in a warm and nurturing...
A Magic Kingdom
2621 Consaul Rd, Schenectady, NY
A Magic Kingdom is a child care and preschool program provider operating in Schenectady, New York. It provides children a learning place where they are loved, loved, educated, challenged and nurtured. The school serves children ages six weeks to five years old and also offers a summer camp that...
Woodlawn Reform Church Nursery
1858 State St, Schenectady, NY
The Woodlawn Reform Church Nursery in Schenectady, New York offers young children a safe and nurturing Christian environment. The school provides quality care ad education that fosters spiritual growth as well as physical, social, emotional and intellectual development. It provides activities that...
Niskayuna Cooperative Nursery School
852 Ashmore Ave, Schenectady, NY
Niskayuna Cooperative Nursery School in Schenectady, New York is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and Kids of all ages.
Good Ground Christian Preschool and Afterschool
4809 Mariaville Rd, Schenectady, NY
Good Ground Christian Preschool and Afterschool in Schenectady, New York is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and...
Ann's Daycare
2890 Guilderland Ave., Schenectady, NY
Over 20 years experience.
Accepting ages 6 months - 11 years
CPR/first aid certified
Daily activities, meals and snacks provided.
Rotterdam school
In business since 1998
Little Ones Nursery & Daycare
1098 Parkwood Blvd, Schenectady, NY
Little Ones Nursery & Daycare is a family-owned company that provides quality care and early education in Shenectady, New York. The Daycare offers a comprehensive and academically enriched pre-kindergarten program for children ages 2 to 5 years old, in a playful and enriching environment. It also...
Scap Headstart
2000 Broadway, Schenectady, NY
Scap Headstart is an early childhood facility in Schenectady, New York that offers preschool learning programs for kids between the ages of three to five years old. The company focuses mainly on children’s academic and socio-emotional development. Meals and transportation are also provided in the...
Small Horizons Daycare
40 Wagner Ave, Schenectady, NY
Small Horizons Daycare in Schenectady, New York is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and kids from Infant, Toddler,...
RAINBOW EXPRESS, INC.
1708 Altamont Ave, Schenectady, NY
Rainbow Express, Inc. is a child care provider that serves the community of Schenectady NY. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. The center provides complete developmental programs for 94 children and...
Birch Tree Day Care
1002 St Lucille Dr, Schenectady, NY
Birch Tree Day Care in Schenectady, New York is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and kids from six weeks to twelve years...
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In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Schenectady, NY?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Schenectady, NY. 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 Schenectady, NY for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Schenectady, NY?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Schenectady, NY, 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 Schenectady, NY.
How can I find a preschool near me in Schenectady, NY?
When looking for a preschool near you in Schenectady, NY 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 Schenectady, NY who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.