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We have 32 pre-k schools in Akron, OH! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Pre-K Schools in Akron, OH are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 32 listed pre-k schools

Color Our Rainbow Academy

Best daycare in Akron. So family friendly and finds the best in each child!

- Kaitlin S.

Lindas In Home Child Care

Linda watched my two children for 9-10 years. Linda has become part of our family and although my kids are now young adults, they are still...

- Nancy M

Angela B

On the days I was not able to babysit my Grandson he would go to "Miss Angela's." In a very short time he seemed to become like one of their...

- Lois H

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Kinder Garden Montessori School

1723 S CleveMassillon Road Akron, OH

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Kinder Garden Montessori School is a private incorporated non-sectarian school. Kinder Garden Montessori School is a Montessori pre-primary serving children 2 1/2 through the kindergarten year. Our school features a well-equipped classroom and an extensive outdoor play area including gardens, orchard and various farm pets.
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Our Lady of the Elms Pre-School

1375 West West Exchange St Akron, OH

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Kindergarten
At the Elms, your child will be encouraged to learn and develop at a pace that matches her/his learning style and personality. Our unique curriculum offers an integrated approach to Mathematics, Reading and Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Health and Wellness, Religion and the Fine Arts. Our curriculum aligns...
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Color Our Rainbow Academy

1430 Goodyear Blvd Akron, OH

5.0(1)
Close knit family atmosphere Passionate focus on the needs of the child and parent Flexible scheduling Customized curriculum tailored to each individual child Onsite kitchen that prepares daily nutritious, well- balanced homemade meals High community involvement Large school age program (with a pre-teen wing)

Kaitlin S. says "Best daycare in Akron. So family friendly and finds the best in each child!"

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Lindas In Home Child Care

3860 S.Turkeyfoot Rd. Akron, OH

5.0(3)
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL, INFANTS WELCOME, PREPARE FOR KINDERGARTEN, Linda 330-687-0873.

Nancy M says "Linda watched my two children for 9-10 years. Linda has become part of our family and although my kids are now young adults, they are still in close contact...

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Naturally Gifted Online Preschool

1254 Lily St. Akron, OH

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
+ 1 more
At our online preschool, we use the FUNDAMENTALS Preschool Curriculum by Joy Anderson, an activity-based curriculum with developmentally appropriate activities that will prepare your child for kindergarten in as little as 1 hour each day! There's no need for you to supplement curriculum at home! This is the one and only online,...
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Childtime-Akron

555 White Pond Drive Akron, OH

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Childtime located in Akron, OH is accredited by the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age-appropriate contexts from Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool, Preschool, Pre-K/ K...
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Jenna's Village

2550 Chamberlain Rd A3 Akron, OH

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
+ 1 more
Jenna's Village is the perfect place for your child's preschool experience. About The Owner Your own personal preschool teacher, at your service! My name is Jenna, my students call me Miss Jenna. I have my degree in Early Childhood Education and have been a teacher for early preschool through pre-k for over a decade. I became...
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Kozmic Korner

520 S Main St Akron, OH

1.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Kosmic Korner Learning Center located in Akron, OH has a creative curriculum and children will learn abstract concepts, numbers, letters and symbols for sounds. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from...
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Genesis Childcare Development Inc

515 Ardella Ave Akron, OH

Child care
Genesis Childcare Development Inc. offers a positive beginning to a child’s education with quality programs for infants, toddlers, pre-school and school aged children. The center provides children to learn through active participation with hands-on experience through exploration and discovery.
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All About Children Urban Center LLC - Akron

440 Vernon Odom Blvd. Akron, OH

1.0(1)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
All About Children Urban Center LLC, located at 440 Vernon Odom Boulevard, Akron, Ohio, offers childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from...
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Woodland Preschool & Kindergarten

444 N Hawkins Ave Akron, OH

Preschool
Woodland Preschool & Kindergarten in Akron, Ohio 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 a certain number of children.
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FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD

1175 W Market St Akron, OH

Preschool
Child care
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD is a Christian-based preschool, designed to provide an environment for the child to grow and develop into what God has intended. Their goal is to nurture children's enthusiasm about learning and assist them in reaching their full potential; ultimately leading to successful entry into kindergarten.
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Kim's Kids, LLC

2470 Massillon Rd Akron, OH

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Kim's Kids, LLC provides quality care and education for children up to kindergarten age. The school offers an environment that is safe, friendly and nurturing, tailor-fit for children's growth and developmental needs. Precious Moments Kim's Kids, LLC's operating hours is from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, weekdays.
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Kinder Garden Montessori School

1723 South Cleveland Massillon Rd Akron, OH

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
A classic Montessori school to help your child prepare for kindergarten or first grade. We will teach your child, mathematics, reading, fine motor skills, and social skills among many other skills to help instill a lifelong love of learning.
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Eastgate Pre-School

671 Canton Rd Akron, OH

Preschool
Child care
Eastgate Preschool is a childcare and learning facility established in 1972 in Akron, Ohio. The school provides quality childcare and learning programs for children ages three to five years old, inspiring child to reach their fullest potential. It offers a rich, stimulating and nurturing Christian atmosphere that helps enhance...
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K & S Babysitter

Stanton Ave Akron, OH

I have been babysitting for a while. I have a nice I babysit and my sister I babysit some times also my little cousins. We wanted to make money at this young age because we need it and is not valid enough to get an actual job yet but we are working on it. We just want a start right now to buy things and help out our parents with...
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Legacy Childcare Academy

2445 S. Arlington Rd Akron, OH

We are a state licensed, Christian based preschool serving ages 18 months -5 years. We have an excellent, knowledgeable staff who truly love working with the children and families we serve. We use A Beka Book Curriculum to help ensure that the children are learning the skills that they need to be able to start Kindergarten. We...
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Angela B

3585 Saddleboro Drive Uniontown, OH

4.0(4)
As a mother, I am aware of the challenges that face you everyday with reliable child care. I have always loved caring for children. I have worked in my children's school in the infant, toddler, pre-primary, and elementary classrooms. My primary age group was 18 months to 5 years but I am able to care for children of all ages. I...

Lois H says "On the days I was not able to babysit my Grandson he would go to "Miss Angela's." In a very short time he seemed to become like one of their family! He was...

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Wribbenhall Child Development Center & Outdoor Learning Lab

1235 Broad Blvd Cuyahoga Falls, OH

State license verified

Waldorf
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
If you're looking for an outdoor learning environment with three licensed Kindergarten teachers then you've found the right place. Sitting on more than two acres of land, Wribbenhall Child Development Center & Outdoor Learning Lab features organic gardening, fruit trees, a rain barrel, compost, weather-vane, windmill,...
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Shining Stars Daycare

3333 Glenbrook Dr Barberton, OH

Preschool
In-Home daycare
Shining Stars Daycare is an In Home Daycare that has lots to offer! We have a Creative and Educational Curriculum, Art activities, Circle time, Singing, Dancing, and Age Appropriate Learning Workbooks! We strongly feel education is very important and loving is too! We do many educational activities throughout the day. Our...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Akron, OH

Pre-k programs in Akron, OH offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Akron, OH, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Akron, OH typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Akron, OH programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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