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76 THE LEGENDS PKWY EUREKA, MO

13 mi

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At Cadence Academy Preschool (formerly Creative Expressions Learning Center), Eureka, we are committed to providing the highest quality early education experiences and care to young children and their families. At Cadence Academy Preschool, Eureka we believe in partnering with families in the care and education of their children. Teachers follow parent instructions for care and are always available to consult with families as needs arise. Our teachers use a mobile communications app to…
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2862 SECKMAN RD IMPERIAL, MO

15 mi

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Early education experiences play a vital role in the social, emotional, physical, and academic development of young children. At Cadence Academy Preschool (formerly Creative Expressions Learning Center), Imperial, we take that responsibility to heart and give each child loving attention and a strong educational foundation that will serve them for many years to come. Our preschool’s mission is to partner with families in the care and education of their children, and we do everything in our…
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3607 RICHARDSON SQUARE DR ARNOLD, MO

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18 mi

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At La Petite Academy of Arnold, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Arnold, MO. 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 the day…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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412 OLD STATE RD ELLISVILLE, MO

19 mi

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Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)

2130 MICHIGAN AVE ARNOLD, MO

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19 mi

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At Childtime of Arnold we provide high-quality child care programs and summer camp in Arnold, MO. We offer flexible enrollment options, nutritious meals and snacks, and a supportive school community families trust for dependable daycare and early childhood education. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps families informed throughout the day with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 2130 Michigan Avenue to see…
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Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and moments with us through the app. We love the love feed access. We 100% recommend this place!"
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354 NEW BALLWIN RD BALLWIN, MO

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19 mi

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At La Petite Academy of Ballwin, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Ballwin, MO. 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 the day…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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1725 MO-109 WILDWOOD, MO

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20 mi

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At Childtime of Wildwood we provide high-quality child care programs and summer camp in Wildwood, MO. We offer flexible enrollment options, nutritious meals and snacks, and a supportive school community families trust for dependable daycare and early childhood education. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps families informed throughout the day with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 1725 MO 109 to see what…
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Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and moments with us through the app. We love the love feed access. We 100% recommend this place!"
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101 Leon Hall Pkwy Hillsboro, MO

6 mi

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Our licensed before and after school childcare program located at Hillsboro Primary welcomes district children ages 5-12 years. We are open from 6:15-8:30am and 3:30-6:00pm on days when school is in session. You may register for mornings, afternoons or both based on your need. Each weekly theme includes daily arts/crafts, science exploration, 30 minutes of high energy activities along with free choice areas including the Construction Zone, Drama Zone, Homework/Reading Zone, Game Zone, Art Zone,…
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5888 Terrace Dr House Springs, MO

9 mi

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We are a 24 hour childcare center. We are state license and fully insured. We also are enrolled in the food and beverage program.
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3774 Hess Roady Byrnes Mill, MO

9 mi

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The Exploration Station is a non profit early learning center and preschool serving the Jefferson County area. We follow the Creative Curriculum for all classrooms using the Reggio Emilia teaching approach. All of our teachers have their Bachelor's Degrees or they are working towards obtaining them. We are all CPR and first-aid certified and take safety and security very seriously. We are enrolling for infants, toddlers, and preschool students for the summer and fall. We have flexible…
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Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
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Outdoor/nature

413 W UNION ST PACIFIC, MO

12 mi

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602 ROCKWOOD ARBOR DR EUREKA, MO

13 mi

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We provide childcare and early childhood education to prepare your child for the school ahead. We implement strategies and lessons plans to improve child’s basic knowledge of early childhood education.

4215 OLD MISSOURI 21 IMPERIAL, MO

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14 mi

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At Firefly Community School we encourage children to participate in helpful decision making choices, that better the opportunities for all in the community. We believe that each child has the ability to assist in their education, and vocalize their interests.
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stephanie W. says "My kids have been going to Firefly for 3-4 months now. I had a really hard time finding a good daycare, but we are very happy with Firefly. My kids are happy there. They do a lot of fun activities with them!"

1672 OLD STATE ROAD M BARNHART, MO

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16 mi

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Rebecca K. says "We have been with them for over a year. We are a foster/adopt family, and they have been super accommodating. We are Super happy with our experience with them. They have done amazing working with our son that has medical needs."
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Preschool
Faith based

3225 Baisch Dr De Soto, MO

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17 mi

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Michelle S. says "This establishment is closed and running under Little Sprout's Child Care Center now please come by to see us."
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3228 MILLER RD ARNOLD, MO

17 mi

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At The Goddard School, we blend education and play with our play-based philosophy to learning to spark a lifelong love of learning. Our nurturing teachers create a safe, joyful environment where curious minds thrive—from infants to school-age. With a focus on social-emotional growth, STEAM exploration, and personalized attention, your child isn’t just cared for—they’re inspired! Come see how we turn everyday moments into big learning adventures!
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Academic
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Outdoor/nature
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2315 LONEDELL RD ARNOLD, MO

17 mi

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We have a wonderful childcare program that includes preschool classes. Your toddler will need to be potty trained. We have been in business for 30 years and what sets us apart is the fact that we are tucked away from the main bustle of traffic and we are surrounded by nature. We do more than just watch children here, we help them grow. We have 2 buildings at the same location that are separated by our parking lot and a field. One for our infant toddlers and one for our pre-k and school age…
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Academic

16930 Manchester Road Wildwood, MO

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18 mi

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At Wildwood Early Learning Center Daycare in Wildwood, Missouri we know that the first years of a child's life are the most critical years in their development. Our learning center provides families an opportunity to send their children to a care center with a low student-to- teacher ratio for our daycare and preschool services. Our school is designed to provide parents a peace of mind knowing their kids are safe while providing the best educational environment for your child, so they grow…
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Maggie says "We have been at WELC for about a year now and love it! We were in a pinch and needed childcare quickly and they were able to accommodate our schedules and our needs. They have taken care of our daughter like she was their own. Are so thankful for our time and WELC. If you are looking for a place where you can leave your child without worry knowing that they will be taken care of and will learn, WELC is the place!"
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Preschool
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Cooperative

2210 MORRIS DR ARNOLD, MO

18 mi

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2210 MORRIS DRARNOLD, MO 63010 ARNOLD, MO

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18 mi

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Westbrook Academy offers full-service Experiential Preschool with Infant/Toddler and School Age Programs. We use the High Scope method. We're a Discover Nature School utilizing Missouri Department of Conservation's, Nature Revealed. We partner with the USDA to offer a wonderful menu and take it further with NAPSACC, serving 3-4 servings of fresh fruit and vegetables each day and increasing our physical activity time. Preschoolers learn about Agriculture through Grow It, Try It, Like It and…
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Mcckzine O. says "They are phenomenal. We had moved and when we moved back we have our kids going there again. They take the kids on field trips at no extra charge to the parents. Our kids are learning how to read. Our two youngest are being potty trained. They are amazing!"
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Developmental (play-based)
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Special needs
Preschool
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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents

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7102 - La Petite Academy of Arnold

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the…

- Carla C.

2202 - Childtime of Arnold

We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share…

- Mary G.

7108 - La Petite Academy of Ballwin

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the…

- Carla C.

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Dittmer, MO

Pre-k programs in Dittmer, MO 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 Dittmer, MO, 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 Dittmer, MO 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 Dittmer, MO 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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