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We have 13 pre-k schools in Charlottesville, VA! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents in Charlottesville, VA

Pre-K Schools in Charlottesville, VA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 13 listed pre-k schools

Sunshine Daycare

Jennifer loved and nurtured my second son beyond what I could have possibly hoped for. My eldest child went straight into a large daycare...

- Anne Marie F.

St. Mark Lutheran Preschool

SMLPS has been a fabulous place for both our daughter and now our son. It is a warm, inclusive community that is evident the moment you walk...

- Care member

Foundations Child Development

My children love to come to Foundations! They have really bonded with their teachers, and their day is full of play and learning...

- Angela F.

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Sunshine Daycare

2566 Aspenwood Rd Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
I offer an in home loving, caring and comfortable environment for infants up to kindergarten. I am a mother of two boys and have been caring for children full time since 2010. Before providing childcare, I worked for the American Red Cross for over 15 years. I am state licensed and have First Aid and CPR training. My goal...

Anne Marie F. says "Jennifer loved and nurtured my second son beyond what I could have possibly hoped for. My eldest child went straight into a large daycare when he was...

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Bright Beginnings Preschool - Mill Creek

1221 Stoney Ridge Road Charlottesville, VA

State license verified

At Bright Beginnings our mission is to provide high-quality, safe, nurturing, and engaging early childhood programs for preschool children while supporting each unique family unit. We strive to allow each child to develop at his or her own rate with the goal of a successful transition into kindergarten and beyond. At Bright...
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Bright Beginnings - Forest Lakes

1610 Regent Street Charlottesville, VA

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
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At Bright Beginnings our mission is to provide high-quality, safe, nurturing, and engaging early childhood programs for preschool children while supporting each unique family unit. We strive to allow each child to develop at his or her own rate with the goal of a successful transition into kindergarten and beyond. At Bright...
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Congregation Beth Israel Preschool and Kindergarten

301 E. Jefferson St. Charlottesville, VA

Outdoor/nature
Faith based
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
CBI Preschool and Kindergarten is seeking experienced and nurturing teachers for our Toddler class. Based on the educational philosophy of Reggio Emilia and Jewish values, our school is a respectful and evocative learning environment that promotes opportunities for creative thinking, skill-building and meaningful relationships....
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St. Mark Lutheran Preschool

100 Alderman Road Charlottesville, VA

4.0(8)
Preschool
Child care
St. Mark Lutheran Preschool is a non-profit, full-day, year-round, progressive preschool program. Our "Best Practices" curriculum draws from early childhood philosophies such as Reggio, Montessori and High Scope. We lovingly care for young children, ages 2 1/2 - kindergarten, in a bright, home-like environment....

Care Member says "SMLPS has been a fabulous place for both our daughter and now our son. It is a warm, inclusive community that is evident the moment you walk in the...

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Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
Foundations Child Development in Charlottesville, Virginia, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant, preschool, and pre-kindergarten that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims...

Angela F. says "My children love to come to Foundations! They have really bonded with their teachers, and their day is full of play and learning activities. The...

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Mighty Minds Little Hands Int Pre School

2117 Angus Rd Charlottesville, VA

3.0(2)
Preschool
Child care
Mighty Minds Little Hands International is a trilingual preschool at 2117 Angus Road, Charlottesville, VA that strives to bring quality childcare to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old. Their center features a nurturing and safe environment where your children can learn and grow.

Lauren says "I have two little girls attending MMLHIP, and we have been really happy there. There has been some turnover in one of my daughter's classes, but it seems to...

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Bright Beginnings Pre School

3401 Worth Xing Charlottesville, VA

Preschool
Child care
Bright Beginnings Preschool in Charlottesville, Virginia, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant to pre-kindergarten that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the...
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Bright Beginnings Preschool

1610 Regent Street Charlottesville, VA

Bright Beginnings Preschool is a 12 month preschool program, locally owned since 1984. Over 30 years of experience as Charlottesville's Early Childhood Leader. Open daily from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. offering all day, award winning curriculum. Voted #1 Preschool, #1 Daycare, #1 Baby Toddler Program, #1 Place to Work, #1 Teacher. Enrolling...
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First Baptist Preschool

735 Park St Charlottesville, VA

Child care
First Baptist Preschool is a ministry of the First Baptist Church in Park Street, Charlottesville, Virginia. The school provides care and learning experiences to prepare children for kindergarten. It aims to build foundations for learning and spiritual growth, which brings out positive attitude that helps children when faced...
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Allison's Home Child Care

341 Patriot Way Charlottesville, VA

I offer in home part-time child care for children three and under. I am a former teacher (preschool and kindergarten-second grade). I have a Bachelors, Masters, and PhD in education, but left the field to stay home with my 10 month old daughter. Our home has a full basement playroom full of educational toys, water and sand...
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ACAC Preschool

200 Four Seasons Drive Charlottesville, VA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
acac Preschool is a year-round, full-day program for children ages 2 through rising Kindergarten. Our preschool program is licensed by the Virginia Department of Education and led by a qualified teaching team-all lead teachers have college degrees and extensive teaching experience. With minimal closings throughout the year...
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My Maternelle Llc

554 Clarks Tract Keswick, VA

My Materrnelle is a new Tri-Lingual Pre-K and Kindergarten. "Home School Day Care" Your child will learn in a safe, fun-filled environment. Home School Day Care opened on August 22nd, 2018. Age range 2-6 (Your child must be potty-trained)
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Charlottesville, VA

Pre-k programs in Charlottesville, VA 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 Charlottesville, VA, 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 Charlottesville, VA 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 Charlottesville, VA 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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