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1.KLA Schools of Wallingford

3 Technology Drive WALLINGFORD, CT

18 mi

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KLA Schools of Wallingford is a vibrant, multicultural community of families and educators dedicated to delivering exceptional early childhood education. Our innovative approach lays the foundation for strong academics and a lifelong love of learning. Our school is inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach, and we cater to children from infancy through age five, offering a premier preschool experience in the heart of Wallingford, CT. Our school, previously known as Creative Beginnings Learning…
Child care
Preschool

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40 LONDON DR HAMDEN, CT

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20 mi

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Join one of our upcoming Open Houses! We're excited to open our doors on the first Saturday of every month, from 10 am-12 pm! Join us for any of our upcoming Open House dates: Saturday, November 7 Saturday, December 5 Saturday, January 9 Come tour our classrooms, meet our educators, and see firsthand what makes Building Blocks feel like home. Building Blocks offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and…
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Kyle W. says "My daughter has really enjoyed the infant room. She has reached so many milestones and her teachers have great communication. We love her school and all the friends she is making."
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160 E Main St Clinton, CT

< 1 mi

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Clinton Child Care Service, Inc. is a full-service, private, non-profit child development center founded in 1978. We serve children from 6 weeks of age to 12 years of age. We utilize a number of philosophies, taking into consideration both the latest research of early childhood development, as well as the family context children live in every day. We believe that children have the right to a nurturing, safe environment. It is the job of the center staff to provide a variety of…
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125 Kelseytown Rd Clinton, CT

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Red Barn Children's Center preschool includes two classroom areas the Little Barn and the Gray Barn. In the classrooms, children will find a variety of toys, games, books, art materials and educational aids. A play area provides the setting for dramatic and block play, while an area with tables and stocked shelves provides an atmosphere which promotes the learning of foundation skills and the creation of art projects. A large, fenced, playground adjacent to the Little Barn is equipped with a…
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Jillian W. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Red Barn, and we'd recommend them to anyone. The teachers are loving, nurturing, and always seem to have interesting art and activities planned. A big bonus is that the kids get a lot of outside time - which is something that was important to us and we didn't see offered when we toured other local facilities. So glad we found red barn!"
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Outdoor/nature

503 Old Toll Road Madison, CT

6 mi

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Little Blessings Christian Childcare Center was established in 2020, however our dedicated staff has been working with children for generations! We welcome children of all faiths and backgrounds between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old. Our facility is open from 7:00am - 6:00 pm. We offer full-time and part-time schedules. All classes are developmentally appropriate and grounded in Christian teachings following NAEYC best practice standards as well as CT Early Learning Development…
Academic
Faith based
Preschool
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Developmental (play-based)

196 Durham Rd Madison, CT

6 mi

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Temple Beth Tikvah Preschool - where creativity, love of learning and joy combine to make a wonderful day for your child. Temple Beth Tikvah Preschool serves children from Madison, Guilford, Clinton and other neighboring communities and of varied religious and cultural backgrounds. We are located minutes from I-95 and Route 1. Our play-based philosophy is known for sending students from our preschool to their kindergarten experience &quot;ready to learn.&quot; We have programs for children 2…
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Outdoor/nature

563 Durham Road Madison, CT

6 mi

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The future of childcare and preschool is here! Educational Playcare was established in 1986 to provide full- and part-time educational childcare programs and for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. We are proud of our reputation as the provider of the highest-quality childcare and preschool programs for children that can be found anywhere. We've distinguished ourselves by providing exceptional childcare services through being consistently at the cutting edge of technology as it applies to…
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Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
Academic

130 Little City Road Killingworth, CT

6 mi

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Whitney Loomis is the owner and operator of The Little City Kids home daycare located in Killingworth, CT. She graduated with her Bachelor's Degree in education and began exploring her career options. After having her first son in August of 2017, she decided to look into starting her own business. She new she wanted to care for children, as she always desired to become a teacher. Within a year she was able to create a classroom in a brand new area of her home. Her goal is to provide a safe…
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Outdoor/nature

97 Chittenden Road Killingworth, CT

6 mi

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Welcome to Home Away From Home Day Care. It is our goal to promote children's happy, healthy, growth and development while in my care. At Home Away From Home, each child is given careful attention and affectionate care, in a calm home environment and are treated with RESPECT and LOVE. Your child's comforts and needs are always our priority. The care is personal and individualized to suit children of all ages and abilities. Your questions, comments and input are always important so we can…

239 Elm Street Old Saybrook, CT

7 mi

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Mari's Place Family Daycare is a Connecticut licensed child nurturing, developmental oriented and child-safe home environment. About me: I have worked with children for a period over fifteen years and I can truly say that there is nothing is this world that gives me more satisfaction than to guide and witness the development of young minds. I was born in Dominican Republic, and my Native Language is Spanish. I have been in United States for more than 25 years. In 2002, I graduated from the…

96 Essex Rd Old Saybrook, CT

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7 mi

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The Children's Tree Montessori School is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) offering full and part time classes for toddler 18-36 months, preschool and kindergarten children ages 3-6 years and elementary school for children in K-6th grade from 6-12 yrs old, with plans to open a middle school in the near future. The school holds dual national accreditation with the American Montessori Society and NCPSA. Our mission is to provide a carefully planned, stimulating environment in which children can develop a…
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Care Member says "We’ve been really happy with CTMS so far. Our toddler settled in way faster than we expected and is excited to go in the mornings. Her teachers are patient and really know all the kids. They’re super attentive and it feels good knowing our child is loved and taken care of. We’ve noticed more independence at home and potty training has been going really well with support from her teachers. Communication is great. We love seeing the photos they share and always feel comfortable…
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Montessori
Academic
Preschool
Kindergarten
International
Outdoor/nature
I offer creative play and crafts, imaginative playtime, nature time (as much outdoor play as possible), cooking, and quiet time for reading or napping. I have a small nature trail in the backyard and a medium sized yard for outdoor play. We go on small local field trips to parks, nature centers, and beaches. I have experience with special needs children and I have watched over kids from birth to twelve years old.
Special needs
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Developmental (play-based)
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366 MAIN ST OLD SAYBROOK, CT

8 mi

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605 Foxon Rd North Branford, CT

13 mi

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North Branford Child Care is family run business. We offer child care from 8 weeks to 12 years old. We have a fully functioning Nursery School for 3 and 4 year olds. Our goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, home away from home environment. Nothing is more important to us than the happiness and well being our children. Each staff member is committed to an overall program of child development.
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Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic

999 FOXON RD STE 2 N BRANFORD, CT

(7)

14 mi

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At Precious Treasures Academy, we take great pride in always providing quality childcare as well as providing strong educational programs to the children we serve. We are dedicated to ensuring that each child not only thrives socially in our structured environment but also emotionally, physically and academically. Our primary goal is to provide each child with a safe, comfortable and healthy environment to showcase their strengths while acquiring new skills as part of our culturally diverse…
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Care Member says "I couldn't be happier with my experience at this daycare. The staff is exceptional, always attentive, and caring towards the children. Communication with the parents is excellent, which gives me a peace of mind knowing how my now 10 month old son is doing throughout the day. Most importantly, my son is always excited to see his teacher, which speaks volumes about the positive environment they've created. Highly recommend!"
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Preschool
Developmental (play-based)

172 CEDAR ST BRANFORD, CT

15 mi

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At ABC Learn with Me, Inc we consider it our privilege to accompany children as they embark on a journey of growth and exploration. In our full-service programs, children six weeks to 12 years of age, will experience a world rich with discovery. Enhance cognitive, social, physical and emotional well-being guided by skilled and sensitive teachers who celebrate each child's individuality. We have a looving staff, and friendships that begin in infancy, children who come to ABC Learn with Me,…

249 W MAIN ST BRANFORD, CT

17 mi

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We are a fun, loving center who considers ourselves extended family. We pride ourselves of offering loving care with fun learning experiences for all ages.
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Academic
Preschool
Special needs
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Developmental (play-based)

10 WESELYAN HILLS RD MIDDLETOWN, CT

17 mi

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333 Poplar St New Haven, CT

17 mi

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In-Home daycare

7 Research Pkwy WALLINGFORD, CT

17 mi

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We have a state-of-the-art facility. We offer over 40,000sq. ft of outdoor play space.
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Developmental (play-based)

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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents

Pre-K Schools are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 5 listed pre-k schools

Building Blocks Hamden

My daughter has really enjoyed the infant room. She has reached so many milestones and her teachers have great communication. We love her…

- Kyle W.

Red Barn Children's Center Inc

Our family has had a wonderful experience at Red Barn, and we'd recommend them to anyone. The teachers are loving, nurturing, and always…

- Jillian W.

The Children's Tree Montessori School, Inc

We’ve been really happy with CTMS so far. Our toddler settled in way faster than we expected and is excited to go in the mornings. Her…

- Care member

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Clinton, CT

Pre-k programs in Clinton, CT 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 Clinton, CT, 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 Clinton, CT 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 Clinton, CT 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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