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Recent preschool reviews in Waterford, NY
Clifton Park Nursery School
5.0
Great feeling of community. Warm and supportive environment for a first educational experience.
- Margie M.
Hetty's Brilliant Minds
5.0
Amazing, caring and loving teachers ready to meet the needs of your child! The atmosphere is so inviting and calming. Hetty's is definitely a place to take your child. You won't regret it!!
- Lydia B.
Children's Academy of Malta
5.0
My son goes to CAM 3 days a week and I couldn't be happier with the quality of care he receives. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
- Chrissie R.
Kid Kampus
5.0
Love the staff, and the building!! Mr. Greg is the best!!
- Greg S.
Samaritan-Rensselaer Children's Center
5.0
We have been so happy at Samaritan-Rensselaer Children's Center. Our daughter is really thriving in her toddler room. The teachers are not only loving, but have wonderful abilities to make children feel at home. They have a nice adjacent playground and get the children out to play or for a walk in...
Hope 7 Community Center has 50 years experience offering quality childcare for children, ages 5-13, in a dynamic, enriching after school program, a recreational, traveling summer day camp, and evening teen enrichment program for ages 10-15. We have qualified, experienced staff and a structured...
I am a loving Grandmother of 4 who provides a safe, smoke-free, clean, and family friendly environment for children newborn to preschool. Not only do the children have their own areas to play, eat and sleep; they are participating in age appropriate activities such as reading books, completing...
Clifton Park Nursery School in Clifton Park, 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,...
5.0
"A great school! Learning through play was wonderful for both of my kids. The co-op was very family oriented. Not too expensive either."
Hetty's Brilliant Minds is a faith based childcare center that offers innovative, year round, before school, full day and after school educational preschool as well as infant care. It is at the heart of our vision to offer a program that addresses the whole child. The mission of our childcare center...
5.0
"Amazing, caring and loving teachers ready to meet the needs of your child! The atmosphere is so inviting and calming. Hetty's is definitely a place to take your child. You won't regret it!!"
The Children's Academy of Malta is devoted to the Care and Education of Children in the Malta NY and Saratoga County.
Working with Ballston Spa, Saratoga Springs, Mechanicville, and Shenendehowa Central School Districts, we strive to provide you with the best and most flexible child care.
We...
5.0
"My son goes to CAM 3 days a week and I couldn't be happier with the quality of care he receives. I would highly recommend them to anyone."
We are a family-owned and operated daycare center in Clifton Park, NY. Our 17,000+ square foot child-friendly facility includes a 3,000 square foot gymnasium! In addition to school age after-school, morning/extra care, and summer camp; we have expanded our services to meet the needs of our families...
5.0
"Love the staff, and the building!! Mr. Greg is the best!!"
Samaritan-Rensselaer Children's Center located in Troy, NY aims to provide a place where children feel free to grow and explore. The center provides a developmentally oriented programs for children ages eight weeks to kindergarten. Their programs incorporate language, math, science, sensory, social,...
5.0
"We have been so happy at Samaritan-Rensselaer Children's Center. Our daughter is really thriving in her toddler room. The teachers are not only loving, but have wonderful abilities to make children feel at home. They have a nice adjacent playground and get the...
Redemption Christian Academy is now accepting applications for our preschool program.
We offer a safe environment with quality, affordable care for children ages 3-4.
Our goal is to make every day a learning day, filled with new and wonderful experiences.
5.0
"I think this is the best preschool program around. The peaceful and fun-filled atmosphere serve to put children and parents at ease. Staff members are experienced, loving, and caring. The emphasis on early education prepares children to perform above their grade...
I am a stay-at-home mom. I decided to not go back to work after I had my daughter in 2008. A friend of mine at that time needed someone to care for her 3-year-old daughter and asked me if I would be interested. I decided to give it a try and had so much fun that I decided to stay home permanently...
5.0
"I love, love, love Theresa! She is a wonderful person, a terrific caregiver. She does everything with the kids and they have a great time there. She takes such good care of my children and I love knowing that they are happy and well. I hope to never have to find...
Loving Family Day Care with 2 immediate school age openings available for ages 5 years -12 years old. I am open from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday. I have 21+ years of experience and I am First Aid and CPR trained. There is additional training taken all year long. I provide breakfast, lunch and...
5.0
"Our daughter loved Debbie right away. She is warm, loving and down to earth. I always felt comfortable checking in throughout the day - a simple text to know everything was going well. Debbie's home is welcoming, clean and safe with a great backyard for the kids to...
I have over 20 years child care experience.
- Background Check
- Fingerprinted
- CPR and First Aid Trained
- Health and Safety Course
- Safe, Clean Non-Smoking Home
- Fenced Yard
- Learning through Play
- Music Appreciation
- Reading/Circle Time
- Arts and Crafts
- Very Limited Television
-...
5.0
"As a first time mom we are all nervous about leaving our children with just anyone, especially when it comes to someone you never met before. After looking for 3 months I came across Michelle's profile and immediately called for an appointment to go visit her...
Sunrise Children Learning Center, Inc. in Clifton Park, 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...
5.0
"Sunrise has nice and pleasant learning environment. Professional cleaning service cleans the facility every day. Sunrise staff are dedicated teachers who care about the well-being of the children. They enjoy working with the children in their classroom and the...
Stepping Stone Preschool and Day Care Center located in Cohoes, NY is an early childhood learning facility that serves children ages eight and a half weeks to Kindergarten age. The school strives to empower children to help them develop their self-esteem and self-confidence in a supportive...
Presenting children the opportunity to develop and learn a relationship with Christ, Sonshine Patch Pre-School is a child care facility located in Cohoes, NY. They believe in the teachings of the bible as the fundamental principles of their decision-making. They are accepting children ages three and...
Newtonville Preschool is a preschool run and operated by The Newtonville United Methodist Church in Latham, New York. The school offers morning preschool programs for 3 to 4 years old children. The school's program is child-centered with a curriculum implemented by a qualified teacher. The...
Beyond The Rainbow Nursery School is a child care and learning facility operating in Albany, New York. It offers a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children ages 20 months to four years old. It provides age-appropriate learning programs and fun activities designed to enhance the...
Leading The Way For Little Learners in Albany, 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 and for families and kids from Preschool,...
Wee Care Child Care Center provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Latham, New York, for kids from Infant, Toddler, and Preschool. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Waterford, NY
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Waterford, NY?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Waterford, 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 Waterford, NY for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Waterford, NY?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Waterford, 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 Waterford, NY.
How can I find a preschool near me in Waterford, NY?
When looking for a preschool near you in Waterford, 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 Waterford, NY who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.