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Pre-K Schools in Central Islip, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 33 listed pre-k schools

Precious Kids

We absolutely love the staff and Precious Kids! The communication and safety is much better then our previous preschool and the curriculum...

- J N

Siennas Learning Center Iii

As new parents,, we had no experience with daycares. It was difficult to choose a location . WE wanted a place that would be safe,...

- Nicole

Jolly Learner Family Daycare

We absolutely love Jolly Learner! The prices are reasonable, they’re accommodating with hours/days the kids attend. My child is safe, well...

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God's Glory Childcare

190 Acorn Ave. Central Islip, NY

God's Glory Childcare is a New York State Licensed Group Family Childcare for children from Newborn to Twelve years old. We offer Pre-K to 6th Grade Curriculum with emphasis on Mathematics Education, Literacy and Socio-emotional Learning. Our Children are introduced to a variety of age appropriate activities including digital...
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Precious Kids

540 Horseblock Rd Suite 1 Farmingville, NY

5.0(9)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
It is our mission to provide quality childcare. Precious Kids is privately owned by a parent who had the same worries of young working mothers today. We know that choosing a childcare center can be difficult. The worries and guilt new mothers feel leaving your child are very stressful. But you can feel good knowing that your...

J N says "We absolutely love the staff and Precious Kids! The communication and safety is much better then our previous preschool and the curriculum is great! My 4 year...

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Siennas Learning Center Iii

1434 Chicago Avenue Bay Shore, NY

5.0(2)
Sienna's Learning Center was founded over 20 years ago to offer quality child care for the community by two N.Y.S Certified Teachers.Our staff is 100% trained with all the necessary knowledge of Early Childhood Education including CPR and First Aid. Our staff is also fingerprinted and cleared by N.Y.S Office of Family and...

Nicole says "As new parents,, we had no experience with daycares. It was difficult to choose a location . WE wanted a place that would be safe, educational and close to...

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Jolly Learner Family Daycare

77 Cedar Dr Bay Shore, NY

3.0(2)

State license verified

Hello and Welcome to Jolly Learner Family Daycare! I serve mostly ages 8-weeks thru pre-k in my home-based daycare. My Family Daycare is ideal for families who are looking for a smaller setting for their child(ren) to learn and grow in. In my care, your child will have a Fun & Educational Day full of Painting,...

Care Member says "We absolutely love Jolly Learner! The prices are reasonable, they’re accommodating with hours/days the kids attend. My child is safe, well cared for and...

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STORYBOOK KIDS PREP

1871 SUNRISE HWY BAY SHORE, NY

State license verified

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$1800/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
We are a privately owned Nursey school caring for infants-Pre k children. We provide food and offer part time and full time care.
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Diana's Doodle Bugs Daycare

16 Village Lane Bohemia, NY

Doodle Bugs is a group family daycare providing a fun and educational learning environment. We offer a wide variety of activities to keep the little ones interested and creative thought play, music, art, and our curriculum. We keep the children mixed together which helps the little ones eager to follow the preschoolers in...
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Garden Infant Day Care

194 Bay Shore Road North Babylon, NY

Group Family Daycare 25 years of child care experience NYS licenced. Max of 12 children, approves DSS, all meals included. Pre school curiculum also bi-lingual program from 6 weeks to 12 years of age.
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The School House

106 Vernon Valley Rd. East Northport, NY

SCHOOL: The mission of The School House is to build the best Pre-K - 8th Grade school in the world combining what we know scientifically works in learning with what we love about traditional American schools. The result is the American Emergent Curriculum (AEC) - an integrated curriculum connecting a Structured Montessori...
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Montessori Happy Hearts

166 Montauk Hwy Blue Point, NY

1.0(1)
Montessori
Preschool
Child care
At Montessori Happy Hearts in Blue Point, NY, our children engage in theme-based Montessori education. We help preschool-aged children to reach developmental milestones. This prepares them for the standards of kindergarten preparedness and gives them a solid foundation from which to grow and prosper throughout their lives and...
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Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
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Angel Steps Daycare care for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. We are NYS certified, we're also certified in First Aid and CPR. Our Prices are affordable. We offer day by day and weekly care, we're open Monday through Friday 6:30am to 6pm I am willing to work with the parents on the time. We are a Non-smoking Family...

Seeta says "I cannot stop saying enough good things about Angel Steps Daycare. When I went there for an interview to meet with the owner with my niece I felt nothing but...

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Janeene B. Child Care

45 Powell Ave. Farmingville, NY

5.0(3)
My objective and experience in the childcare business is to care for, educate, and motivate the children to explore and become competent in skills they need to excel in Pre-k and/or kindergarten. I work with a much smaller group of children for I provide daycare in my home. It is a more one on one bonding relationship. I provide...

Vince D says "Janeene has been taking care of my son since he is 3 months old. As always when you put your child in the care of a stranger it is important to find someone...

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Story Book Hollow Children's Academy

38 Adirondack Drive Selden, NY

5.0(5)
Preschool
Child care
Our school is not a typical Children 's Center. While Safety is one of our main concerns we encourage the children to explore and be creative. We want to instill a life long love of learning in your child. We firmly believe that children learn through play and creative hands on exercises. Every day will be a new adventure for...

Genesis G. says "We decided to put our son in daycare once he turned 1yr old. It was a difficult decision for us because my mother had cared for him for the first year of...

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Step by Step Preschool

28 Foxhurst Rd Dix Hills, NY

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
Step by Step Preschool is a Christian school owned and operated by the Dix Hills Evangelical Free church. The School provides opportunities for children to discover and learn, be part of a group, have positive interaction with other children and adults, experience God’s world and prepare for the kindergarten level. The school...

Madelyn says "This preschool was great for my son...loving, caring, great curriculum and fun."

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New Life Community Day Care Center

380 Lakeland Ave Sayville, NY

Preschool
Child care
New Life Community Day Care Center is a licensed child care and early education facility that provides its services to families residing in Sayville, New York. The company offers early care for infants and toddlers from zero to three years of age. New Life also provides Christian-based learning programs for pre-kindergarten to...
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Our Savior Lutheran Church

140 Mark Tree Rd Centereach, NY

Preschool
Child care
Our Savior Lutheran Church, through its Our Savior New American School, offers early childhood educational programs for preschoolers and school-age kids. The company offers pre-kindergarten through twelfth-grade learning programs. The company uses a Christian-based curriculum with a strong focus on phonics and literacy...
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Little Lights Christian Pre School

189 Burr Rd East Northport, NY

Preschool
Child care
Little Lights Christian Pre-School in East Northport, 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 Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K Program.
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Wesleyan Pre School

230 E Main St Smithtown, NY

Preschool
Child care
Wesleyan Preschool in Smithtown, 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 two to four years old.
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Learning Adventures Children's Center

800 Candlewood Road Brentwood, NY

Preschool
Child care
We are a licensed Childcare Center servicing families with children aged 2yrs-12 We offer quality education and before and after care. Our hours of operation are 6:45 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Your tuition is based on the amount of hours your child is with us. We believe in providing a stress free learning environment for all...
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United Church Preschool

131 Middle Rd Unit 2 Sayville, NY

Preschool
United Church Preschool is a cooperative preschool in Sayville, New York that offers year-round programs for toddlers, preschoolers- and pre-kindergarten children. The company’s programs are open to kids between the ages of three to five years old. The company also offers a four-week camp during the summer.
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K & D Busy Bees Day Care

162 Oakland Ave Deer Park, NY

Preschool
Child care
K & D Busy Bees Day Care based in Deer Park, NY is a licensed childcare facility that serves children ages six weeks to twelve years old. The center offers play-based and teacher-led curricula focusing on the language and cognitive development of children.
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Central Islip, NY

Pre-k programs in Central Islip, NY 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 Central Islip, NY, 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 Central Islip, NY 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 Central Islip, NY 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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