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We have 17 pre-k schools in Kalamazoo, MI! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Pre K International

11 Mills St KALAMAZOO, MI

State license verified

Academic
International
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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Parent Shuttle transportation available for a fee. Contact for details.
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The Discovery Center

4102 W. Michigan Kalamazoo, MI

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
The Discovery Center Pre-School and Childcare is a hometown, non-profit preschool and child care center established in 1976 that has been dedicated to providing a quality program to children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. We believe children learn by doing and need to learn how to make choices. Therefore we offer hands on activities,...
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Jennings Development Interplex

1515 North Edwards Street Kalamazoo, MI

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
The Jennings Development Interplex preschool's main purpose is to prepare 3 year old children for the Kindergarten experience. The program uses the creative curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold assessment to promote child development in the classroom through play and exploration.

New Wonders Discovery Center

7000 Stadium Drive Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
Infant Program: Our infants have a "primary" caregiver who centers their day around each baby's individual schedule. Every moment of an infant's day offers opportunities for learning. They are able to view the world from many different angles that include: crawling, being carried, stroller rides, outdoor play, climbing...

Allyson C. says "We love New Wonders. Our daughter had feeding issues and I was very nervous about putting her in daycare because I was afraid that her oral feeding...

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Small World Learning Village

2597 Sprinkle Road Kalamazoo, MI

Preschool
Child care
At Small World Learning Village, we know it takes a village to raise a child. Here you will find a nurturing, educational environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. We recognize that each child has unique talents, learning styles and personalities. Our highly-qualified teachers and staff are committed to working within...

Community Learning Center

1046 River Street Kalamazoo, MI

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
The Community Learning Center (CLC) was created as a division of the Comstock Community Center to help local children and youth grow and develop to their fullest potential. Our high-quality, curriculum-based programs prepare our youngest community members for a lifetime of meaningful contributions to the local community, state,...

Kids Korner

6330 King Highway Kalamazoo, MI

We offer child care services for 2 1/2-12 years old (fifth grade). We offer preschool, kindergarten wrap-around, and before/after school care.

GENTLE TREATMENT DAYCARE

229 SYDELL AVE Kalamazoo, MI

Gentle Treatment Daycare offers a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she needs. Our ratio of children to adults is always within state guidelines - and often even lower - to make certain each child receives top-quality care.. I am a caring, loving mother of one who loves...

Mrs. Wolfe's Preschool

229 Inkster Ave Kalamazoo, MI

Preschool
Mrs. Wolfe's Preschool offers a rich and stimulating environment for children. It is located at 229 Inkster Avenue, Kalamazoo, Michigan, operating from Mondays through Fridays, 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. The school provides children with educational activities that prepares them for kindergarten, developing them physically, socially,...

Parchment Meth Co-Op Preschool

225 Glendale Blvd Kalamazoo, MI

State license verified

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Our co-op preschool is a 1/2 day program available to students ages: 2 1/2 to 5 years old. We usually only offer classes in the morning hours 9-11:30 AM, but if enrollment fills up these sessions we would have PM classes available. We offer the chance for parents to be involved in their child's education by helping to work in...
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LITTLE TYKES LEARNING CENTER

1422 E Centre Ave PORTAGE, MI

5.0(8)

State license verified

starting at
$996/mo
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
Welcome to the Little Tykes Learning Center family! Our goal is to be a "home away from home" for your child. We help children to grow physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Our structured, faith based, creative program teaches children how to interact with other children, develop cognitive and language skills, acquire...

Care Member says "We have been with the Little Tykes family for just over 5 years now and we love it! Our kids love it there! The teachers are fantastic. Communication is...

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Kalamazoo Country Day School

4221 E. Milham Rd. Portage, MI

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kalamazoo Country Day Preschool is an independent private preschool that offers a family friendly, nurturing environment. Our curriculum is based on developmentally appropriate essential skills for kindergarten readiness and Michigan state standards for early childhood. Certified teachers utilize small group, hands on...

Little Tykes Learning Center

1422 E Centre Ave Portage, MI

Preschool
Child care
The Little Tykes Learning Center provides a childcare program in Portage, Michigan. 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 Little Tykes Learning Center welcomes infants...

Richland Jack Jill Pre-School

8047 Church St Richland, MI

Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
Richland Jack and Jill Pre-School in Richland, MI offers a parent-cooperative preschool and promotes cognitive, social, physical, and emotional development. They strive in ensuring that the student's first school experience is meaningful and happy. They currently accept children ranging from 3 to 5 years old and is accommodating...

Under The Rainbow

5246 Chamberlin St Portage, MI

I have been in childcare for 25+ years and I opened my daycare in 2002. I am licensed and CPR/First Aid certified. I teach a theme based preschool curriculum that includes art, music, pre-math and reading. Children learn best when they are having fun and we have tons of fun. If you have any questions or if you would like to set...

Nazarene Wee Care Center & Nursery School

5625 Oakland Dr Portage, MI

Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
Nazarene Wee Care Center and Nursery School located at 5625 Oakland Drive, Portage, Michigan, offers childcare and learning services. The school operates from six-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school...

CHUM Co-OP Preschool

7028 Oakland Drive Portage, MI

CHUM Co-op Preschool is a non-profit, educational and developmental program for young children. We are owned and operated by the parents of those attending, and are licensed by the state of Michigan. Our preschool has been in operation since 1970. Our programs are lead by a degreed Early Childhood Development Professional...

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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Kalamazoo, MI

Pre-k programs in Kalamazoo, MI 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 Kalamazoo, MI, 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 Kalamazoo, MI 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 Kalamazoo, MI 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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