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Pre-K Schools in Downey, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Sunshine Pre-School Inc

Excellent service! Superior staff and director. Highly recommend this location. My son attended Sunshine in Lynwood from age 2 - 5yrs...

- Rosa R.

Jesus Hand Preschool

We are taking our daughter here for two years already. We love the director, teachers are loving and they work so hard with each child. Our...

- Karina Y.

Cared 4 By Cari Childcare

My child has been coming here since Ms. Cari first opened. They immediately felt welcomed & comfortable attending childcare here at Cared 4...

- A.

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Play And Learn Preschool

10110 Holder Street Buena Park, CA

Inviting children between the ages of 2-6 years old into a loving home environment where the goal is to learn through play and discovery. Hands on projects and curriculum prepare our students for kindergarten and beyond. We focus not only on the academic requirements needed to succeed in kindergarten, but the social and...
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Bright Steps Academy Preschool

7939 Crowndale Ave. Whittier, CA

State license verified

The Bright Steps Academy was founded in 2021 by Maral Natalie Kalayci, in a warm & welcoming home-based environment to provide students with a unique educational experience that is truly a "cut above", helping children prepare for what the future holds in today's modern era and keeping up with the ever-changing...
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Tiny Hearts Rainbow Academy

19009 S Laurel Park Road 44 Compton, CA

My goal is to produce happy, intelligent, and well-adjusted children. Here you will find a nurturing and educational environment for infants 3mos. to 4 years. A variety of opportunities are offered to explore their world through music and play developing their motor and social skills through structured and unstructured...
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Ms Kim's Family Childcare

713 West 54th Street Los Angeles, CA

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Hello, my name is Ms. Kim and I have a BA in Human Development also I am a certified, licensed, credible teacher who provides care for children's physical and emotional needs. We are an all-inclusive Family Childcare Center located in the city of Carson on the boarder of Long Beach, Calif. We include all children's culture and...
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TLC Learning Center

11005 FOSTER RD NORWALK, CA

State license verified

starting at
$885/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
International
Cooperative
+ 6 more
We use an integrated and dynamic method of teaching that incorporates both Montessori and traditional styles, to allow the children a guided way to learning that is fun, and prepares them for Kindergarten. We also prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks as part of our care program, and include extracurricular...
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Sunshine Pre-School Inc

12070 Santa Fe Ave Lynwood, CA

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool

Rosa R. says "Excellent service! Superior staff and director. Highly recommend this location. My son attended Sunshine in Lynwood from age 2 - 5yrs old. If you...

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Jesus Hand Preschool

5621 Beach Blvd Buena Park, CA

5.0(1)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Jesus Hand Preschool is a state-licensed early childhood education center that offers Christian-based learning programs for preschoolers, kindergarten and school-age children. Located in Buena Park, California, the company implements the Montessori Curriculum with a strong focus on fundamental subjects as well as enrichment...

Karina Y. says "We are taking our daughter here for two years already. We love the director, teachers are loving and they work so hard with each child. Our daughter is...

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Cared 4 By Cari Childcare

1212 W 126th Street Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
Quality Care, Your Child Deserves All children are destined to find their second home here at Cared For By Cari! We offer: - Kindergarten Readiness Program - Healthy home cooked meals & snacks - Circle Time * Arts & Crafts - Music & Movement - Outdoor play - Kiddie Manners - All Programs accepted * one day...

A. says "My child has been coming here since Ms. Cari first opened. They immediately felt welcomed & comfortable attending childcare here at Cared 4 By Cari! I recommend...

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FAMILY OF PRAYER & PRAISE/FRUIT OF THE VINE

12204 S SAN PEDRO ST LOS ANGELES, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
We are a center focused on the safety and well-being of your child, and the well-rounded enrichment of their lives. We believe we lay the foundation to not only prepare your child for kindergarten, but for the rest of their educational career. We believe in offering experiences that will enhance their cognitive,...

Tamara F. says "When you walk into Family of prayer, you immediately feel welcomed see a space that is incredible for your kids. They really have a heart for not only the...

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Jabonero Family Child Care

708 North Montebello Blvd Montebello, CA

5.0(1)
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
Preschool
A Home Center For Excellence In Child Development. State Licenced, Certified CPR, Health and Safety. INFANT- TODDLER-PRESCHOOL AGED CHILDREN & MEALS. A safe, loving , home environment . Our day consists of various fun filled activities which include : * music & movement...

Lisa says "Rosemary, as the head teaxher at the preschool, is always very efficient and her work place is tidy. She is extremely nice and kind in asserting reasonable...

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Wells Family Child Care

18719 Coltman Ave. Carson, CA

5.0(1)
We have been caring for children since our grandchildren were small. It seemed natural, as we expanded our care and included the care of other children. Today, we provide a loving, fun, and safe environment for children ages 6 weeks- 13 years. We offer transportation, homework assistance, pre-reading programs, and homemade meals...

Laurie D says "This Facility definitely lives up to its name Wells 'FAMILY" Child Care. It truly feels like FAMILY when you take your kids here. They are by far the...

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Mexican American Opportunity Foundation Preschool

12440 Firestone Blvd #100 Norwalk, CA

Child care
Preschool
Mexican American Opportunity Foundation Preschool in Norwalk, California 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 care for families and kids from two years old to Pre-K Program.
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JUST LIKE HOME DAYCARE

14573 REIS ST Whittier, CA

State license verified

Daycare openings for newborn to 12 years old. I am a licensed family daycare provider in a loving home in the city of Whittier. We provide healthy meals and snacks throughout the day. Morning and after school is also available. I also provide drop off to school and pick up as well. I offer pre-kindergarten program for ages 2yrs...
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Happiness Daycare

15346 Ashley Ct. Whittier, CA

Happiness Daycare is safe, loving and fun daycare located in the safe and gated community of Ravello inside the Whittwood Towncenter. It is run by a teacher who taught for more than 10 years Pre-K, K and 1st grade. Happiness Daycare provides an age appropriate preschool curriculum which teaches children the foundations to be...
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Stone Soup Child Care Programs

11960 162nd St Norwalk, CA

Child care
The Stone Soup Child Care Programs in Norwalk, California are before and after school child care and enrichment programs in public schools. The children are provided a variety of activities that range from homework supervision to arts, field trips, and enrichment classes. Pre-kindergarten up to teenagers are served in the...
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Figueroa Street Elementary School

510 W 111th St Los Angeles, CA

Kindergarten
Preschool
Figueroa Street Elementary School is an early learning facility located at 510 W 111th Street, Los Angeles, CA that provides programs for children in pre-K up to children in the 5th grade. Their facility strives to promote not just their students' literacy but also their life skills as well.
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Today's Fresh Start

2301 E Rosecrans Ave Compton, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Today's Fresh Start is an educational facility that offers learning programs geared towards pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and elementary students from grades one to five. Based in Compton, California, the company’s curriculum focuses on core subjects such as mathematics, English, social studies, and science.
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Martinez Family Daycare

925 W 57th St Los Angeles, CA

Child care
Preschool
Martinez Family Daycare located at 925 West 57th Street, Los Angeles, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school's hours of operation is from seven AM to five-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before- and...
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SINGING FOUNTAINS PRE-SCHOOL

3655 N Norwalk Blvd Long Beach, CA

Preschool
The Singing Fountains Preschool located at 3655 North Norwalk Boulevard, Long Beach, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from eight-thirty AM to five-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and...
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Cedarlane School

16333 Cedarlane Dr La Puente, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Cedarlane School located at 16333 Cedarlane Drive, La Puente, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven-thirty AM to four PM, Mondays through Fridays, It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities,...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Downey, CA

Pre-k programs in Downey, CA 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 Downey, CA, 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 Downey, CA 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 Downey, CA 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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