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Pre-K Schools in Columbia, SC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 18 listed pre-k schools

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Columbia)

We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and...

- Christine K.

Chesterbrook Academy Columbia

We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and...

- Christine K.

Just For Girls Preschool

I absolutely love this school. My daughter became like family; while learning everything required and beyond, which equipped her for the...

- Mesha C.

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Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Columbia)

1050 WILDWOOD CENTRE DR COLUMBIA, SC

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. We combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children are...

Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely...

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Chesterbrook Academy Columbia

1050 WILDWOOD CENTRE DR COLUMBIA, SC

5.0(1)

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...

Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely...

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Smart Start Preschool & Kindergarten

2700 Ashland Road Columbia, SC

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Smart Start Preschool & Kindergarten is hiring for Teachers and Director we are reopening under a new owner. If you have experience, Certifications, and 18 and older please massage me looking for reliable people must be 18 and older pay and benefits will be discuss part time and full time THANK YOU!
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Academic
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Just For Girls Preschool ... Just For Girls (in home) Preschool is perfect for your advanced 3 year or 4 year old or your 5 year old that missed the cut off date for school. They do need to be at least 3 years old and potty trained as we do go on field trips. If you would like your little princess challenged each and every...

Mesha C. says "I absolutely love this school. My daughter became like family; while learning everything required and beyond, which equipped her for the Stems...

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The Fun House

2144 Lake Carolina Drive Columbia, SC

Hi there, My name is Cheri, I am 29 years old and a mother of two girls 4 and 7 years old. I have worked with children in a German Kindergarten and also babysat on weekends. I love working with children and would love to do so again. I offer full-time care at any age. I can pick up or drop off your child/children at school,...
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Southeast Child Development Center

1540 ELMTREE RD COLUMBIA, SC

State license verified

Faith based
Child care
We are a Christian based program at SouthEast Community Church. Our 2-year old and younger program follows the WeeLearn curriculum published by the Baptist Press. Our three and four old curriculum is based on the Memoria Press Classical Education curriculum for pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten respectively. We have large,...
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La Petite Academy Child Care-Columbia

2041 Clemson Columbia, SC

Child care
Preschool
La Petite Academy Child Care located in Columbia, SC has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool, Pre school, Pre-K/K Prep, Before and After School, Summer Camp.The center are...
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Children's Learning Place

7310 Nursery Road Columbia, SC

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
CLP is dedicated to educational development, building self-esteem and expanding a child's imagination in a safe and loving environment. We offer a full-time and a part-time program for children 6 weeks through Pre-Kindergarten. We are open year round and offer full day programs for Early Release/Winter/Spring Break and Summer,...
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T R U M C Pre-School

3401 Trenholm Rd Columbia, SC

Child care
Preschool
T R U M C Preschool in Columbia, SC offers full-time child care to preschoolers from 6 weeks to 4 years old. They also provide an after-school program to students from 5K to 5th grade with transportation services from the local elementary schools to their facility. They feature dance, karate, music, and gymnastics, as well as a...
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Mary R

4600 Ryan Ave Columbia, SC

I am FCCH ( Family Child Care Home) Operator registered through the Department of Social Services in Richland County of the State of S.C. I offer services for childrens ages infants to pre schoolers.If interested in my services I can be contacted at mary60green@gmail.com
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Asbury Preschool & Kindergarten

1005 Asbury Dr Columbia, SC

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
The Asbury Preschool & Kindergarten provides a childcare program in Columbia, South Carolina. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Asbury Preschool & Kindergarten is...
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HASKELL HEIGHTS NURSERY & KINDERGARDEN

509 Juniper St Columbia, SC

Child care
Haskell Heights Nursery & Kindergarten fosters a strong foundation for confident, compassionate participation in the world by nurturing each child’s unique gifts, passion for learning, and independence. They provide an excellent educational experience for children and a welcoming community for growing families.
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First Steps

1300 Sumter St Ste 100 Columbia, SC

Child care
First Steps of South Carolina provides a comprehensive child development program geared towards helping children prepare for kindergarten and beyond. It offers early intervention, family counseling, health and nutrition, and early education. First Steps is located at 1300 Sumter Street Suite 100, Columbia, South Carolina.
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La Petite Academy Child Care-Columbia

7460 Garners Ferry Rd Columbia, SC

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
La Petite Academy Child Care is a premiere education-driven childcare facility based at 7460 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, SC 29209 and operates Mondays through Fridays from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. The center provides care for children from six weeks to twelve years old and offers Infants, Toddlers, Early Preschool, Preschool,...
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Red Apple Pre School

633 B Ave West Columbia, SC

Child care
Preschool
Red Apple Preschool is a licensed child care company that offers educational day care programs for young kids. The company serves children and families living in West Columbia, South Carolina and is open Mondays through Fridays from seven in the morning until six in the evening. Red Apple Preschool is licensed to admit and...
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La Petite Academy Child Care-West Columbia

4027 Platt Springs Rd West Columbia, SC

Kindergarten
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Child care
The branch of La Petite Academy in 4027 Platt Springs Road, West Columbia, South Carolina, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool, preschool, and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The...
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Turner Child Development Center

1122 Monticello Street West Columbia, SC

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Turner Child Development Center is a child care provider/learning center for children ages 6 months to 12 years of age. We have a 4K program under First Steps, in which we are currently enrolling students. We are also an ABC Quality center. If you are interested in our services, please contact us for more information.
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South Carolina Scholar Academy

541 Meeting Street West Columbia, SC

South Carolina Scholar Academy is a Faith Based Private School Servicing grades K4-8th Grade. We offer a College Prep Curricula that focuses on challenging our students to think deeper, and make those real world connections. Here at South Carolina Scholar Academy we offer our students chance to empower, lead, create and...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Columbia, SC

Pre-k programs in Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC, 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 Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC 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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