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1.DUCKLINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER GLENMOORE

1556 HORSE SHOE PIKE GLENMOORE, PA

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11 mi

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At Ducklings Glenmoore, we create playful, multi-sensory learning experiences throughout your child’s day. As they grow and explore, they’ll discover new ways to spark curiosity and build a love of learning. From six weeks old through pre-K, we celebrate every milestone—big and small—supporting healthy growth and development for your child.
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Care Member says "I find my experience at Ducklings very enjoyable and I love how A can have fun while learning! The teachers help encourage the kids and A. The school environment seems friendly and positive and I strongly recommend to join the school!"
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4987 N TWIN VALLEY RD ELVERSON, PA

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13 mi

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Welcome to Ducklings Elverson, your local early learning center nestled in northern Chester County. Set in the heart of a close-knit, rural community, our center offers a warm, enriching environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Families from Elverson, Morgantown, and Honey Brook enjoy our convenient location and high-quality care. At Ducklings Elverson, we blend strong community values with a playful, discovery-based curriculum. Our bright classrooms, indoor play areas, and…
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Care Member says "My two daughters use this facility for before and after care from TVSD. We are pleased with the care and attention they receive. The center is clean and so welcoming to new families."
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2408 ANITA CT LEOLA, PA

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13 mi

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Our NAEYC-accredited 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 infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes advantage of a child’s readiness to learn with activities that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Our dedicated and well-trained teachers work to ensure…
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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 excited to go to school each day. The teachers are nurturing and attentive, creating an environment where every child feels known and valued. It’s amazing to see how much our kids have grown — not just academically, but socially and emotionally too."
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4170 BARRETT BLVD EPHRATA, PA

14 mi

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U-GRO Brownstown provides trusted daycare in Ephrata, PA, offering programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Our caring teachers create a safe, nurturing environment that supports early learning, confidence, and kindergarten readiness. Families stay connected throughout the day with live video streaming and real-time updates through SproutAbout. Conveniently located at 4170 Barrett Blvd. near US-222 and Route 272, we proudly serve families in Ephrata, Brownstown,…
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1641 OLD PHILADELPHIA PIKE LANCASTER, PA

15 mi

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U-GRO HACC Lancaster provides trusted daycare in Lancaster, PA, offering programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Our caring teachers create a safe, nurturing environment that supports early learning, confidence, and kindergarten readiness. Families stay connected throughout the day with live video streaming and real-time updates through SproutAbout. Conveniently located at 1641 Old Philadelphia Pike on HACC's Lancaster campus, we proudly serve families in…
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595 Bell Tavern Blvd DOWNINGTOWN, PA

17 mi

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Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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6 WEBB RD DOWNINGTOWN, PA

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17 mi

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At Tutor Time of Downingtown, we offer trusted daycare and early childhood education programs and summer camp in Downingtown, PA. Our learning environment supports each stage of development with experienced teachers, healthy meals and snacks, and flexible scheduling options for busy families. Through our family communication app, SproutAbout, parents stay connected with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 6 Webb Road to…
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Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics: Care for your child: Above all things, we wanted to make sure our daughter was as loved and care for as if she was with family. The staff at Tutor Time exceeds this expectation. Her teachers have all demonstrated genuine love and care for the person my daughter is, not just overall compassion for children (which is important…
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132 N Pointe Blvd LANCASTER, PA

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17 mi

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Join us for our Fall Open House events on October 7, 9-11 AM | October 8, 4:30-6 PM | Saturday, October 10, 10 AM-1 PM. Celebrate the season with us and discover how our school encourages curiosity, collaboration, and a love of learning. For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. At Chesterbrook Academy we combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment –…
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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 excited to go to school each day. The teachers are nurturing and attentive, creating an environment where every child feels known and valued. It’s amazing to see how much our kids have grown — not just academically, but socially and emotionally too."
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417 W Frederick Street LANCASTER, PA

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For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. At Chesterbrook Academy 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 prepared for kindergarten and beyond by developing essential academic, social, and emotional skills for success. Our dedicated teachers support each…
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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 excited to go to school each day. The teachers are nurturing and attentive, creating an environment where every child feels known and valued. It’s amazing to see how much our kids have grown — not just academically, but socially and emotionally too."
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205 WINDGATE DR CHESTER SPRGS, PA

18 mi

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Magic Memories Early Learning Schools were established to provide your child a loving, caring, and stimulating environment. We provide a safe, healthy surrounding, well-balanced meals and a concerned staff, in a warm, trusting, home-like setting. Our mission is to provide the emotional security, self-esteem and social development of the children in our care, with a strong value system of respect, courtesy and love for one another.
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3017 LITITZ PIKE LITITZ, PA

18 mi

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Explore our daycare center in Lititz, PA! U-GRO Brethren Village offers quality early learning childcare services for infants and toddlers, an engaging preschool curriculum, and summer camp programs that inspire discovery and confidence. Parents can stay connected throughout the day with live video streaming and real-time updates via our family app, SproutAbout. Conveniently located at 3017 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543, near Brethren Village and Routes 501 and 30, we proudly serve families in…
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141 ARRANDALE BLVD EXTON, PA

18 mi

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Our NAEYC-accredited 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 infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes advantage of a child’s readiness to learn with activities that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Our dedicated and well-trained teachers work to ensure…
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476 CREAMERY WAY EXTON, PA

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18 mi

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Our facility offers a nurturing environment for children that focuses on social and academic skills. Your child will be surrounded by caring, compassionate, and loving staff that will create a warm environment for both parents and children.
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Care Member says "TLE Exton has been exceptional with my son. He is special needs, and they have been patient and helped us through tough times with him. It is not often you find places willing to take the time to understand children with special needs. We are lucky to have found a place that does. "
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91 SHEREE BLVD EXTON, PA

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18 mi

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At La Petite Academy of Exton, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Exton, PA. 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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363 West Lincoln Highway EXTON, PA

19 mi

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Primrose School of Exton is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on W Lincoln Highway near Exton Square and Lionville Elementary School. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Early Preschool, Preschool Pathways, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and Summer Adventure Club, all delivered by qualified teachers in a nurturing environment. Recognized with the Cognia, SEA distinction.
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250 NEW GARDEN RD TOUGHKENAMON, PA

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19 mi

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New Garden Early Education Center was designed to be a special place for children to learn while having fun in a safe and stimulating environment. We are a staff of qualified, engaging and caring individuals who take great reward in the growth of our kids. Our award-winning learning system, The Creative Curriculum®, delivers a high-quality learning environment that enables every child to become a creative, confident thinker. Our comfortable learning environment empowers your child to thrive…
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Care Member says "We just had our first child a year ago so we were a little nervous about the experience, but New Garden has been a wonderful place for my baby and it provides a safe, caring and warm environment for her. Thank you !!!!"
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1130 ERBS QUARRY RD LITITZ, PA

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20 mi

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U-GRO Bent Creek provides trusted daycare in Lititz, PA, offering programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Our caring teachers create a safe, nurturing environment focused on learning and development. Our teachers create a warm, engaging environment focused on early learning and school readiness. Parents can stay connected throughout the day with live video streaming and real-time updates via SproutAbout. Located at 1130 Erbs Quarry Rd Lititz, PA 17543 near Bent…
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2301 Harrisburg Pike LANCASTER, PA

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20 mi

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Join us for our Fall Open House events on October 7, 9-11 AM | October 8, 4:30-6 PM | Saturday, October 10, 10 AM-1 PM. Celebrate the season with us and discover how our school encourages curiosity, collaboration, and a love of learning. For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. At Chesterbrook Academy we combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment –…
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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 excited to go to school each day. The teachers are nurturing and attentive, creating an environment where every child feels known and valued. It’s amazing to see how much our kids have grown — not just academically, but socially and emotionally too."
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3875 Manor Rd Coatesville, PA

9 mi

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Little Saints Academy is a fully licensed childcare center which is part of Pope John Paul II Regional Catholic Elementary School. We welcome children from 6 weeks old through grade 8. In addition to attending to your child's basic needs, we will guide them through the following: age appropriate play, social emotional interaction, movement, sensory experimentation, exploration, discovery, music, and outdoor gross motor experiences. Children learn in center and group based activities, where…
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553 Hibernia Rd Brandamore, PA

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I believe that all children deserve love, attention, and nurturing. I believe that a safe environment allows children to explore and grow. At Kathy Hawk's Early Learning Center, we allow children to have hands-on learning experiences. This fosters age appropriate development. We read to the children everyday. We believe that positive reinforcement is important for children to develop self-esteem. Children need an environment that supports free expression and stimulates learning. Most…
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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents

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DUCKLINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER GLENMOORE

I find my experience at Ducklings very enjoyable and I love how A can have fun while learning! The teachers help encourage the kids and A.…

- Care member

DUCKLINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER

My two daughters use this facility for before and after care from TVSD. We are pleased with the care and attention they receive. The center…

- Care member

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Lancaster Labs)

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.

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Gap, PA

Pre-k programs in Gap, PA 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 Gap, PA, 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 Gap, PA 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 Gap, PA 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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