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1.7100 - La Petite Academy of Glen Carbon

2 AUERBACH PL GLEN CARBON, IL

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9 mi

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At La Petite Academy of Glen Carbon, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Glen Carbon, IL. 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…
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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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940 TALON DR O FALLON, IL

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20 mi

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At La Petite Academy of O' Fallon, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in O' Fallon, IL. 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…
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Carla 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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500 Goshen Road Edwardsville, IL

7 mi

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Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of Food; Wild about Water; and Featured Creatures. We're in session when your local public schools are on break and you'll find our flexible scheduling works for your busy family. See why our summer…

6810 Deer Creek Edwardsville, IL

7 mi

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I have a Licensed Daycare with a full time assistant in my Edwardsville home. I offer breakfast, lunch, 2 snacks and milk. For infants I offer formula and rice/oatmeal cereal. My hours are 7-5:30 Monday - Friday. My program includes a theme based curriculum that's fun for all ages.
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47 N Research Dr Edwardsville, IL

7 mi

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3011 Old Troy Rd Glen Carbon, IL

10 mi

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2545 South State Route 157 EDWARDSVILLE, IL

10 mi

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We prepare your child for Kindergarten Success! Conveniently located on the corner of Sunset Hills Blvd and SR-157 We exist to help parents grow happy, successful kids. O2B Kids is a place that opens minds, improves self-confidence, develops social skills, and strengthens bodies. O2B Kids helps children discover hidden talents and promotes a passion for discovery. Friendships are developed and life lessons are learned. O2B Kids encourages kids to try new things and teaches a respect for…
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112 N BORDER ST TROY, IL

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10 mi

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Kelly S. says "We love this place. my granddaughter started going there as soon as she turned 2 years old. She'd been pretty well isolated, being a COVID baby and her personality has flourish. She is learning so much she's blossoming incredibly, and we cannot say enough good things enough about him. we are just thrilled with the progress she has made educationally and socially."
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186 SUMMIT AVE GLEN CARBON, IL

11 mi

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803 AMERICANA CT TROY, IL

11 mi

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7662 PLUMMER BUSINESS DR TROY, IL

11 mi

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7334 St. Rt. 162 Troy, IL

12 mi

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3839 Humbert Road Alton, IL

14 mi

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Toddle Towne Learning Centers provides care and education for children from 6 weeks to 12 years of age. We are state licensed and have been part of the community for over 50 years.
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4008 PONTOON RD GRANITE CITY, IL

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15 mi

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We consider education to be our family legacy. Our namesake, Harriet “Rita” Roberts-Jackson, dedicated more than 30 years to the education field; growing and nurturing young minds to reach their full potential. Following her passion and love of learning, our directors, her daughters, have taken their years of combined teaching experience to create an environment of life-long learning that supports all learners. We put ourselves and our learning on the same level as the child’s and commit…
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Care Member says "I want to thank teacher ERYKAH with all my heart for the love, patience and dedication she has with my girls. ❤️ It shows that he does his job with a lot of love and that he really cares about the well-being and development of children. It gives me a lot of peace of mind to know that my girl is in a place where they take care of her, support her and make her feel loved. Thank you for every detail, for your patience and for everything you do day by day. We are very grateful to…
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4008 PONTOON RD GRANITE CITY, IL

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15 mi

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Now Enrolling: High-Quality Pre-K Program – Limited Spots Left! Looking for a warm, structured, high-quality Pre-K program where your child can thrive? Adventures With Rita Childcare & STEAM Academy in Granite City is now enrolling Pre-K students for the upcoming school year! Our state-approved Preschool for All Expansion (PFAE) program offers: ✨ FREE full-day Pre-K for eligible families ✨ Highly trained teachers ✨ Conscious Discipline & Pyramid Model classrooms ✨ STEAM-focused…
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Kelly C. says "We have been with them since they opened. They have taken care of all of our kids, starting at 5 months old up until 12 years old. They are kind and accommodating. They have a really great curriculum, and my kids have learned a lot. They have experience with kids in foster care, behavioral concerns, and medical concerns. The staff, especially the directors, are amazing. I would recommend them to anyone!"
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109 UNITED DR COLLINSVILLE, IL

15 mi

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Kaleidoscope of Kids Inc. in Collinsville, Illinois, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children ages six weeks to six years old and provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole child and his/her physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth.
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4008 Pontoon Rd. Granite City, IL

16 mi

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Toddle Towne "The Learning Center" invites you to tour our facility between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Because we understand the needs of working parents, we provide care from 6:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday year round, closing only for nine major holidays. Age-appropriate programs for children 6 weeks to 8 years, we offer full and half day preschool for children 3-5 included. Before- and after- public school care is available for kindergarten through…

1420 ILLINI DR O FALLON, IL

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18 mi

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The Friendship Company Christian Preschool and Child Care Center is committed to providing quality early childhood education and child care to the community. As a ministry of Central Christian Church we believe that children are precious gifts from God. The Friendship Company will strive to meet the spiritual, social, physical, academic, creative, and emotional needs of all children in a Christian environment.
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Care Member says "We absolutely love this Christian daycare center! From the moment we walked in, we felt a sense of peace and care that truly reflects their values. Our child's teachers are beyond amazing--they are not only kind, patient, and nurturing, but they genuinely care about each child's growth and well-being. It's clear they see their work as a calling, not just a job. We're so grateful for the love, structure, and guidance her teachers provide. This place is truly a gem and we…
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810 Obernuefemann Rd O Fallon, IL

19 mi

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Discovery located in O'Fallon, Illinois is a licensed Child Care Center that can accommodate up to 145 children from two years old to Jr. kindergarten. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child's overall growth and development.
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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 4 listed pre-k schools

7100 - La Petite Academy of Glen Carbon

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.

7101 - La Petite Academy of O'Fallon

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

St. Paul's Early Childhood Center

We love this place. my granddaughter started going there as soon as she turned 2 years old. She'd been pretty well isolated, being a COVID…

- Kelly S.

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Hamel, IL

Pre-k programs in Hamel, IL 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 Hamel, IL, 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 Hamel, IL 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 Hamel, IL 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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