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We have 51 pre-k schools in Aurora, IL! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Pre-K Schools in Aurora, IL are rated 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 51 listed pre-k schools

Nikki's Home Child Care

I am extraordinarily impressed by the care we have received from Nikki. Our little guy has flourished in this setting and Nikki has done so...

- Mike N

Jackie's Learn N' Play Daycare

Jackie has been our daycare provider for the past 8 years. She loves and cares for our three children like they are her own. Our kids love...

- Care member

The Ivy Academy of Early Learning

Leaving your child in the hands of someone else is one of the hardest things for me as a Mom but I could not be happier to have found Amy...

- Sarah N.

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Nikki's Home Child Care

2345 Halsted Ln Aurora, IL

5.0(4)
Hi! My name is Nikki and I've been a stay at home mom since my first child was born 21 years ago. I have been providing child care in my home for 20 years with reasonable rates and flexibility. In those past 20 years, I have taken care of children of 9 families and watched them grow from newborn to Kindergarten. Our...

Mike N says "I am extraordinarily impressed by the care we have received from Nikki. Our little guy has flourished in this setting and Nikki has done so much to not only...

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Cadence Academy Preschool

2520 S EOLA RD AURORA, IL

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children. Now...
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Montessori Children's Garden

2300 Montgomery Rd. Aurora, IL

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Montessori Children's Garden was one of the first in the Fox Valley area, currently celebrating our 18th year. We offer toddler, preschool, kindergarten and extended care for families looking for a school with hours available for working parents. From half day to full day to extended care, our nurturing environment using the...
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EWC Lighthouse Daycare

22 N Highlnd Ave Aurora, IL

Fall Deal - No registration fee. Servicing kids ages 2 to Pre-K (2 -5). Part time care in two sessions Mon-Fri. 1st session 9 am to 12 pm. 2nd Session 2 pm to 6 pm. We offer: Low child/staff ratios, more one on one care. Benefits of a big center program without the big center prices. A curriculum that allows...
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Wesley Nursery School

14 N May Street Aurora, IL

Preschool
We are located in Wesley United Methodist Church located on the near west side of Aurora at the corner of West Galena Blvd. and May St. which is one block east of Highland Ave. Please call or send email to set up a tour of our school. We welcome you and hope you will come to visit soon. Our Mission Statement: Wesley...
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Little Blossom Montessori School

3691 Darlene Ct Aurora, IL

2.0(1)

State license verified

Little Blossom Montessori School offers Toddler, Preschool, Pre Kindergarten & Kindergarten children for mornings, afternoons, extended and full day programs. Little Blossom Montessori school is registered with AMS (American Montessori Society) and Illinois School Board of Education. School is run by an AMS Certified teacher...
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3 Little Angels Learning Daycare

671 Four Seasons Blvd. Aurora, IL

3 Little Angels Learning Daycare provides childcare in Aurora Illinois. My main focus is to prepare the children to enter Kindergarten.
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Hometown Child Care

1679 Town Center St. Aurora, IL

Child care
Preschool
Hometown Child Care located at 1679 Town Center Street, Aurora, Illinois, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from six-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer...
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Kidz Journey

4095 Heinz Dr Aurora, IL

In Home Daycare After two years, we finally have openings in our home daycare. Unfortunately, kids get older and have to move on the the next phase in life which is kindergarten. Fortunately, now your child(ren) can partake in the wonderful experience that my "children" have been a part of for so many years. We...
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The Goddard School

949 Waterford Drive Aurora, IL

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
The Goddard School located at 949 Waterford Drive, Aurora, Illinois, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from six-thirty AM to six PM,...
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St. Mark's Child Care Center

1995 W Downer Pl. Aurora, IL

Child care
Preschool
Saint Marks Child Care Center located at 1995 West Downer Plain, Aurora, Illinois, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from six-thirty...
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Marie Wilkinson Child Development Center

1144 E Galena Blvd. Aurora, IL

Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Marie Wilkinson Child Development Center located at 1144 East Galena Boulevard, Aurora, Illinois, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from six-thirty AM to five-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and...
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Two Rivers Head Start Agency--Aurora West Center

1455 Sullivan Road Aurora, IL

State license verified

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Aurora West Head Start Center is an early learning childcare center and preschool under Two Rivers Head Start Agency. It is located in Aurora, IL, and offers a national program that promotes Kindergarten readiness for children between the ages of 3 to 5 years old. Our caring, degreed teachers at Aurora West Head Start Center...
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Jackie's Learn N' Play Daycare

525 Secretariat Lane Oswego, IL

4.2(10)

State license verified

Hi, my name is Jackie and I am very excited to offer daycare in my licensed home. I am the loving mother to an 13 year old son and a former Kindergarten teacher. I have more than 20 years of experience with children and truly enjoy helping them learn and grow. With my teaching background, your child will be encouraged to...

Care Member says "Jackie has been our daycare provider for the past 8 years. She loves and cares for our three children like they are her own. Our kids love Jackie and...

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The Ivy Academy of Early Learning

1400 Hill Road Geneva, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Special needs
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 1 more
We are an early childhood center where children will experience positive development through constructive play activities, academics, as well as social science in preparation for elementary school and the world around us. We cater to families with children from 6 weeks to 12 years. Kindergarten, before school care, after...

Sarah N. says "Leaving your child in the hands of someone else is one of the hardest things for me as a Mom but I could not be happier to have found Amy and her Learning...

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Cj's Daycare

1954 Bristol Court Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
Mother blessed with four wonderful children has several full-time openings at my home daycare. (Three of my daycare children started Kindergarten in August). I have 20 years experience with home & public daycare's. Nutritious meals and healthy snacks with fruits and vegetables are served frequently. We spend time indoors...

Cathy A. says "My son looks forward to the two days a week we send him w/Mrs. Cathy. He loves playing & learning with the older kids. Enjoys the music time & games with...

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Guidepost Montessori at Naperville

5051 Ace Lane Naperville, IL

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
We are a nationwide network of Montessori schools serving over 3000+ families. We offer high fidelity authentic Montessori programs for children 0-6 years. Now enrolling for Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K.
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Chesterbrook Academy Wheaton

275 W LOOP RD WHEATON, IL

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for Toddlers through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...
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Chesterbrook Academy Oswego-Naperville

1587 OSWEGO RD NAPERVILLE, IL

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Our preschool, located near the intersection of Rickert Drive and Sequoia Road, combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary...
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Chesterbrook Academy Lisle

4622 LACEY AVE LISLE, IL

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Our preschool, located near the intersections of Ogden and Lacey Avenues, combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Aurora, IL

Pre-k programs in Aurora, IL 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 Aurora, IL, 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 Aurora, IL 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 Aurora, IL 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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