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Primrose School of North Meridian

5.0

What a breath of fresh air to have high-quality care in the Treasure Valley! We come from Seattle’s pre-K care standards and found Primrose shares these values and upholds a high bar across their teachers and ownership/leadership. Our experience thus far has been incredibly supportive, informative...

- Jasi H.

New Horizon Academy - Boise, ID

5.0

We absolutely adore New Horizon Academy. The staff are kind, patient, friendly, and fun, and we know they are providing excellent care to our little one. We especially love to see the pictures they take of her adventures throughout the day and appreciate that she is also learning so much from the...

- Caitlin W.

Cherry Lane Montessori

5.0

We moved here from out of state and were dreading finding a new school for my quiet and reserved preschooler, somewhere that she feels comfortable and we feel confident leaving her in good hands each day. Thankfully, we found Cherry Lane Montessori and from day one knew we had found the perfect...

- Care member

Brighter Beginnings Learning Center

5.0

I love brighter beginnings. I took my older daughter here when she was a baby and she was testing at a first grade level in the first month of kindergarten! I loved it so much I now bring her little sister there. My youngest baby has been here since 6 weeks old. I absolutly love her teachers in her...

- Chanelle W

Preschools in Star, ID

Christine Snow/ Star Scholars Preschool & Child Care

Christine Snow/ Star Scholars Preschool & Child Care

379 N. Procyon Place, Star, ID

Star Scholars Preschool & Child Care is an inclusive Preschool that also offers all-day child care for children, ages 1-8, and before/after school care for children Kindergarten-3rd Grade. Our hours are 7 am- 6 pm, Monday-Friday. We also provide Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks and a wonderful,...

Donna's Learning Center

Donna's Learning Center

131 North Main Street, Star, ID

I have about 48 years of experience in caring for young children as well as raising my own children. I have a son, 32, a daughter, 26, a 6 year old grandson, and a 3 year old grandson. I have worked for many years attaining many training hours, college credits, a college degree, and years of...

In His Hands

In His Hands

10038 W Andromeda Dr., Star, ID

Hello! I offer full time care in my home. I live in Star and can both pick up and drop off to any of the surrounding areas. I can also provide laundry upon these pick up and drop off times. I also can provide piano lessons to kids at a certain age during care! I am CPR, BLS, and NRP certified. I...

Willow Tree Learning Center

Willow Tree Learning Center

11231 W Hercules Drive Suite B, Star, ID

At Willow Tree Learning Center, our goal is to provide a positive learning environment that encourages children to fall in love with learning. Our staff is a qualified group of teachers who have a passion to create teachable moments for our students and make learning fun and exciting.

The Stepping Stones Children's Center provides a childcare program in Star, Idaho. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Stepping Stones...

Tomorrow's Future Learning Center

9834 W State St, Star, ID

Tomorrow's Future Learning Center is an educational facility that serves the community of Star ID. It offers a comprehensive early childhood program and provides developmentally appropriate learning activities that enhance children's emotional, social, physical, and mental abilities. The school...

Primrose School of North Meridian

Primrose School of North Meridian

4818 North Elsinore Ave, MERIDIAN, ID

5.0

(2)

Brand-new, comprehensive pre-school in Meridian, ID! Primrose Schools has been providing the highest level of care and early education for nearly 50 years and ours is the 1st in Idaho. Full proprietary curriculum (we are a pre-school, not a daycare), provide all meals and snacks (chef on site in a...
5.0
"What a breath of fresh air to have high-quality care in the Treasure Valley! We come from Seattle’s pre-K care standards and found Primrose shares these values and upholds a high bar across their teachers and ownership/leadership. Our experience thus far has been...

Jasi H.


New Horizon Academy - Boise, ID

New Horizon Academy - Boise, ID

12692 W. Lasalle St., BOISE, ID

5.0

(2)

Our childcare center is located conveniently in Boise, Idaho, off of Boise Avenue and Gekeler Street. We have been serving families in Boise with quality child care and early education services since 1996. Our school has one infant room, four toddler rooms, two preschool rooms, one pre-kindergarten...
5.0
"We absolutely adore New Horizon Academy. The staff are kind, patient, friendly, and fun, and we know they are providing excellent care to our little one. We especially love to see the pictures they take of her adventures throughout the day and appreciate that she...

Caitlin W.


Cherry Lane Montessori

Cherry Lane Montessori

5090 W Cokedale Court, MERIDIAN, ID

Starting at $545/mo

5.0

(4)

We are a Montessori school and daycare center in Meridian, ID, committed to providing top-tier child development programs and children's daycare services to our community. Kids deserve a quality kindergarten and elementary curriculum, and you deserve to obtain it at an affordable price. With an...
5.0
"We moved here from out of state and were dreading finding a new school for my quiet and reserved preschooler, somewhere that she feels comfortable and we feel confident leaving her in good hands each day. Thankfully, we found Cherry Lane Montessori and from day one...

Care member


Brighter Beginnings Learning Center

Brighter Beginnings Learning Center

1463 E Star Drive, Meridian, ID

5.0

(2)

We provide a safe, nurturing, and high-quality educational and social environment for the children in our care. We follow the state of Idaho statutes which define the child-to-teacher ratios for each age group. Our teachers establish age-appropriate curriculum in each classroom, with a strong...
5.0
"Brighter beginnings has been such a wonderful daycare for our little one. She has gone there since she was just 2 months old and they have shown her so much love and caring it has been great. The teachers are so friendly and attentive to all the kids and it's truly...

Jenna L.


Montessori Academy Idaho (Meridian)

Montessori Academy Idaho (Meridian)

5940 N Linder Road, MERIDIAN, ID

"Since 1998, Montessori Academy schools have been providing quality preschool, elementary school, after school and summer camp programs for families living in the Boise area. Our program closely follows the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, who held that school should be an extension of the home...

Anchor Academy Preschool

Anchor Academy Preschool

7910 S Meridian Rd, Meridian, ID

Christian preschool offering kindergarten readiness skills. We learn, have fun, and are family minded. We aim for excellence in all we do. We follow NAEYC standards and have 24 years of teaching experience! We offer special activities and field trips through the year and family is included. See...

Ten Mile Academy

Ten Mile Academy

1001 S Sentinel Lane, Meridian, ID

The tuition rates each week include care for your child from 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM. Full-time schedules do not have a daily hour limit. Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks are included with tuition. Educational curriculum is a routine part of each day at our center. We offer age-appropriate...

PREMIER KIDS PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE

PREMIER KIDS PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE

3150 N BLAIRMORE WAY, MERIDIAN, ID

Starting at $862/mo

At Premier Kids Preschool & Childcare, we believe in being more than just a day care. Through encouraging your child's talents while being passionate about their education, our vision is to help your child be the best they can be and prepare them to excel in school. We provide safe areas for...

The Preschool Squad

The Preschool Squad

717 E Gannett Dr, Meridian, ID

Preschool Squad is a home based preschool where our primary purpose is to provide fun educational services to your little ones.

Owl's Nest Daycare & Preschool

Owl's Nest Daycare & Preschool

3605 N Locust Grove Rd, Meridian, ID

Welcome prospective parents! If you are looking for child care in the west Boise/Meridian area, we'd love to meet you! We understand that finding child care can be challenging due to the enormous demand and growth in the Meridian area, and we are actively enrolling. We enroll children between the...

Active Minds Child Care And Preschool

Active Minds Child Care And Preschool

3421 W BAVARIA ST, EAGLE, ID

Active Minds Child Care and Preschool is a Quality Rated Center through Idaho STARS. We follow best practices for child care and offer low child/teacher ratios. We have experienced, long term staff who love working with children and collaborating with parents to provide the best child care...

Creative Imagination Llc

Creative Imagination Llc

1930 N LINDER RD, MERIDIAN, ID

Starting at $950/mo

At Creative Imaginations, we believe that child care and early childhood education are about more than learning the alphabet, numbers, colors and shapes. It’s about the development of the whole child. Our program facilitates learning through play while addressing physical, cognitive and emotional...

Active Minds Child Care and Preschool

Active Minds Child Care and Preschool

3405 W. Bavaria s, EAGLE, ID

Starting at $235/mo

Active Minds Child Care and Preschool is a Quality Rated Center through Idaho STARS. We follow best practices for child care and offer low child/teacher ratios. We have experienced, long term staff who love working with children and collaborating with parents to provide the best child care...

Small Squirts Childcare

Small Squirts Childcare

1549 E. Lake Creek St., Meridian, ID

Stay at home mom of two 7 year olds and an 18 month old. Really wanting another little one to watch and have as a possible playmate for my little one. I have two amazing and sweet dogs and 2 kitties that love attention, so make sure there are no allergy concerns please! I up for any age. Meals and...

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