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1607 N HERSHEY RD BLOOMINGTON, IL
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At La Petite Academy of Bloomington, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Bloomington, IL. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout…
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At Cadence Academy Preschool on Main Street in Normal, we believe in making the most of childhood, which is why we take significant steps to ensure an exceptional education experience for the preschool children under our care.
At Cadence Academy Preschool, we understand that young children first start to comprehend their surroundings from an egocentric perspective. Building strong attachments with caregivers and sharing feelings can help children better understand their emotions, as well as…
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802 East Emerson Street BLOOMINGTON, IL
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Chanelle’s Childcare is a family-owned center location serving Bloomington Normal, Illinois. We offer a Play to Learn environment that includes each learning domain. Throughout the day our children are engaged through play in math, science, literacy, sensory, and social-emotional health activities. Our environment is set up to engage children in active, productive play throughout their day.
Providing a high-quality learning environment includes structure and routine to encourage…
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212 N WILLIAMSBURG DR BLOOMINGTON, IL
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At Fundamentals Early Learning Academy, we believe in a play-based approach to early childhood education. Our curriculum is designed to encourage exploration and learning through hands-on experiences. We strive to create a warm and nurturing environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, and a love of learning. Our experienced and caring staff is dedicated to providing quality care for children ages newborn to preschool.
You can learn more about our programs and play-based curriculum by…
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Care Member says "We love Fundamentals. Everyone is super nice as soon as you walk through the door. They were so patient in helping my child transition into a school setting after being home with me everyday. She is in the preschool classroom with Miss Grace and she loves it! Best decision ever :)"
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We are a Montessori Pre-school and we offer year-round care and pre-school curriculum for 3-5 year olds.
In Montessori: children learn at their own pace,
develop independence/self confidence/a curiosity for learning.
They utilize self-correcting materials to inspire confidence for more complex tasks.
This results in happy, confident, independent children who are life-long learners!
We Offer: 3 mixed-age classrooms with 20 children each, with two highly qualified co-teachers per…
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Care Member says "Montessori Children's Centre is a treasure to our community. All 3 of our children had a great experience and were more than prepared for kindergarten. In additional to being a place children have fun learning, Montessori teaches life skills, social skills, responsibility, and accountability. We have always felt confident our children were safe at Montessori and have enjoyed working with the same administrators & teachers throughout the years."
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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. *We are now offering Flexipass. With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no…
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A Shining Star Learning Center’s mission is to provide excellent early
childhood care and education to the families and children in our community.
Bringing out the shining stars in children 6 weeks to 12 years.
Why do we shine?
• Safety and Security
• Comfort and Attention
• Family Atmosphere
• Unique Curriculum
• Experienced and Trustworthy Staff
• Facility Designed with Young Children in Mind
*Opening Fall of 2016.
*Unique, Christian, full-time home daycare for 8 preschoolers
*Exclusively designed to prepare 4 - 5 year olds for kindergarten.
*Kids will develop firm foundations intellectually, spiritually, physically, socially, and emotionally through reading, writing, arithmetic, music, exploration, play, problem solving, computers, arts and crafts, and much more!
*A lot of individual attention and tailored instruction will enhance the kids' preparation for…
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Rachel H says "We started our four year old son with Firm Foundations 4 kids in the fall of 2016. We have been overwhelmingly pleased with the instruction he's received and the progress he's made. Not only is he now writing, sounding out words, telling time, counting without difficulty, but he is also learning more about Jesus. We could not be more pleased!"
We are a licensed preschool serving children, ages 2-5. Our program is a well rounded one with plenty of learning and playing! We strive to educate the whole child with a program that is developmentally appropriate using activities for the day that are focused on the child as an individual. We believe PLAY is the work of children!
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Andrea B. says "Wonderful staff, good curriculum, and fun. My daughter loves Playmates!"
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I am a licensed day care provider and I have 12 years of experience. I have worked with children that have special needs and I take yearly classes to ensure the safety and well being of any child in my daycare. We have a lot of fun and we do activities, field trips and arts and crafts. I love all of the children I watch and enjoy watching them grow and learn from day to day.
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205 Dosher Street Congerville, IL
15 mi
Offering love and learning to children 6 weeks to 4 years in my home. Elementary Education Degree and ECE Credential Level 5.References available.
Eastside Educational Center provides care for children ages 6 weeks through 12 years. All of our classes, infant through school-age, follow a standards-based curriculum with the intent of providing the children a solid learning foundation.
In addition to our daycare classrooms, EEC offers children 3-5 years old a State-Funded Preschool for All program, whether it be the part-day program, or full day preschool. This program is courtesy of a grant provided by the Illinois State Board of…
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650 School St Washington, IL
27 mi
Faith Lutheran Child Care Center provides a high quality, structured learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. We provide an all-encompassing, developmentally appropriate curriculum for each age group designed to allow each child to grow into a happy, healthy, self-sufficient, creative individual.
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I am a licensed in home daycare for almost 7 years. I have my teaching degree. I am on the food program and offer breakfast, am snack, lunch, and on snack. I provide a preschool curriculum and fun activities. I provide a safe and fun place for children!
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Gabriella W. says "Bethany is a very experienced care giver and mother of three. Her home offers a fun, safe, and clean environment for children to play. She keeps the children busy with a variety of activities, outdoor play, and preschool curriculum. I would highly recommend Bethany to care for your child(ren)."
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200 S. Main Washington, IL
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27 mi
St. Mark's Child Care & Preschool is DCFS-licensed for children aged two to six. The center provides a nurturing, Christian environment through small class sizes and a caring, qualified staff.
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To provide a child-centered child care and preschool that combines a caring Christian atmosphere with a strong developmental program. To encourage growth and development of the whole child: the physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual. This will be accomplished…
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Carol H. says "We had the best experience at this center. The small class sizes are great and my child got a great foundation for kindergarten! I highly recommend St. Mark's."
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16 Aspen Ct. Fairbury, IL
30 mi
The mission of Faithful Friends Christian Preschool & Daycare is to provide a loving, caring, developmentally appropriate environment where all children can learn and grow. We are a DCFS licensed childcare center located in the heart of Fairbury, IL.
It is the intent of Faithful Friends to provide the same type of loving, nurturing care environment children receive at home while also providing additional opportunity for social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth potential. We…
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700 NE Greenleaf St Peoria, IL
35 mi
PALS is more than a childcare or daycare center. It's an experience that engages your child in creative play and learning - all with the goal of helping him or her develop into a happy, successful adult. Everything we do at PALS is designed to instill confidence and let children discover and expand on their own individual talents. From the way we uniquely greet each child in the morning to the carefully selected program content and curriculum, PALS maps out a system that encourages your child's…
We are a home based licensed child care and preschool. We use the nationally accredited Mother goose time curriculum and add our own to supplement. Each monthly theme has a corresponding Bible theme. Your child will be assessed and the curriculum adjusted to meet their individual needs. We get messy, we believe in getting dirty and learning through play. We learn our letters and phonics, numbers, shapes....we experiment in science and sometimes we fix our own food. Learning should be…
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Mary B. says "Fun learning at its best!!! Motto is " it'll wash" because messes on accident or on purpose happen daily."
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4513 N Independence Ave Peoria, IL
37 mi
My name is Kelly, I have a DCFS licensed in home daycare for 12 years. I have a full-time assistant, and a part time assistant. I am an excelrate silver circle of quality provider.
Moochelle's Kid Kare located in Mt. Pulaski Illinois is a licensed childcare and education provider that offers a nurturing environment to children under its care. It serves infants. toddlers, pre-kindergartens and school age children. The center serves clients from Mondays to Fridays. As a DCFS licensed and NAFCC accredited institution, Moochelle's Kid Kare delivers quality care and education, operating under a Gold Circle of Quality Rating.
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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents
Pre-K Schools are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 8 listed pre-k schools
Fundamentals Early Learning Academy
We love Fundamentals. Everyone is super nice as soon as you walk through the door. They were so patient in helping my child transition into…
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MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTRE
Montessori Children's Centre is a treasure to our community. All 3 of our children had a great experience and were more than prepared for…
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Firm Foundations 4 Kids
We started our four year old son with Firm Foundations 4 kids in the fall of 2016. We have been overwhelmingly pleased with the instruction…
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Bloomington, IL
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Bloomington, IL?
Pre-k programs in Bloomington, 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!
What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in Bloomington, IL?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Bloomington, 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.
What will my child do at pre-k near me in Bloomington, IL?
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 Bloomington, 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!
What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in Bloomington, IL?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Bloomington, 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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