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Find Trusted Pre-K Schools Near Me in Lacey, WA

We have 11 pre-k schools in Lacey, WA! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Sprouting Smarties Child Care

5479 57th Loop SE Lacey, WA

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

In-Home daycare
Preschool
Child care
What sets Sprouting Smarties apart: As an In-Home Preschool, we are able to balance the individualized attention your child deserves with the Pre-K curriculum to have them prepared and ready for Kindergarten. We will focus on developing your child's self-worth and confidence. Lots of hugs! We have the ability to develop a strong relationship in teaming together to successfully raise your precious child. Issues such as food choices, potty training, behaviors (good and bad), socialization, and early education can be resolved through mutually beneficial communications. A small, (and manageable), number of children in my care means that we can often take &quot;family&quot; outings to the park or story hour, or even nature hikes or sidewalk strolls. I am an educator at heart and love to watch all children learn and grow; I believe every child is beautiful, smart, and full of potential. We started out as a small in-home Nursery, but have continued to grow year-to-year. Sprouting Smarties is now a fully functioning Preschool with a new classroom and playground. Though our business has evolved, we still maintain our ideal teacher to child ratio to ensure the best learning and growing experience for your children.

Jamie says "Michelle is great! My daughter loved going there she teaches them so much and they have so much fun doing it. Best childcare/preschool."

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Lakeview Daycare

4640 Ruddell Road SE Lacey, WA

5.0(3)

3 mi

We are open Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and are accepting ages 1 through 12. Our center has a fun and friendly atmosphere with very low staff turnover. Our center is directed by a CDA certified preschool teacher, and we have a Kindergarten readiness program. We offer before and after school care with transportation to Lakes Elementary. Our center provides USDA meals. We offer field trips throughout the year, mainly during the summer. We also have our own tumble bus. There is a 5% Military discount as well as a 5% discount when enrolling 2 or more children full time. Please mention where you saw our ad.

Enifreda P. says "Lakeview is hands down the best daycare center in Lacey/Olympia area. A place I can confidently leave my children and know that they are not only...

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Kiddieland Children's Center

Lacey, WA Lacey, WA

< 1 mi

Kindergarten
Preschool
Kiddieland Children's Center is a Christian-based full day child care, pre-school and kindergarten program. Serving the community since 1961, Kiddieland has developed an excellent reputation as a high-quality child care center with a conscientious and caring staff.
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Wee Love Learning Early Learning Center

1835 Cooper Point Road SW Olympia, WA

5.0(1)

5 mi

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
Wee Love Learning Early Learning Center was incorporated in April 2011, for the purpose of providing a loving environment for children to learn in the Thurston County area. &quot;Wee&quot; are a full day (6:00am-6:00pm) program that serves children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. Wee Love Learning Early Learning Center offers high quality infant, toddler, preschool, and Pre-K. Our programs utilize the nationally-recognized, award-winning Creative Curriculum, blended with emergent curriculum. Our Early Learning center is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and is operated by a Board of Trustees. We are licensed by the State of Washington. We are rated a level 3 with Early Achievers and currently awaiting our newest rating.

June D says "I have been involved with this child care since it's beginning. The staff are loving and caring toward the children. They provide USDA approved meals for...

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Children's Village Montessori

401 Brandywine Dupont, WA

5.0(1)

9 mi

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Children s Village is a progressive, structured Montessori located in historic DuPont, Washington. Our highly trained staff guide preschool through kindergarten students in curriculum including, but not limited to: language arts, math, science, botany, zoology, geography, engineering, practical life, sensorial, music, art, theatre, cooking, sewing and gardening. EXPERIENCE Crystal and Steve Wyant have been educating children in the community since 1997. Crystal has 14 years of Montessori experience and is the director of both the morning and afternoon sessions. She is assisted by two teachers in each session, for a teacher to student ratio of 1-7. Assistant teachers are also highly trained in traditional Montessori eduction. PHILOSOPHY We believe the cornerstone of the Montessori approach to learning is your child s natural curiosity. children should have the opportunities to develop to their maximum abilities. Teachers have the responsibility to provide those opportunities for this development to occur. each child is a unique individual and should be allowed to develop at his/her own pace. that each child is capable of developing a positive self image and to feel good about who they are. GOALS The primary goals of our Montessori-based approach to primary and Kindergarten education are to: develop positive attitudes toward school promote self-confidence & self-care skills help develop habits of concentration, initiative and persistence foster curiosity, inner security and a sense of order introduce the child to the joy of learning build a strong foundation for future academic growth

Emily S. says "We love Children's Village Montessori! My oldest daughter is finishing up her third year and my youngest just started 6 months ago. They have both...

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Burside Pl Preschool And Childcare

12 51 Burnside Pl Dupont, WA

9 mi

Hi my name is Symone and I run a state licensed in-home preschool and daycare in DuPont WA. I have worked with infants, toddlers, preschooler, kindergarten and school age over eight years and counting now. I have two boys ages two and five years old and I am also a military wife. I enjoy teaching children because it brings delight to my heart when I help children discover things in their environment. I am CPR certified infants, adults, I have my food handler permit and a portable background check. As well as I am educated my Associate degree is in Early Childhood education and I am finishing up my BA in applied behavior science. The goal at Burnside Pl Preschool and Childcare is to nurture and stimulates children abilities to bring out their creativeness. Our one-on-one small group based curriculum will ensure your child will be able to develop at their own pace and promote their strengths. Schedule a tour today of our learning environment you can contact me 360 556 1960 or email butler.symone@yahoo.com
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Wee Love Learning School Age Program

1215 Ethel Street NW Olympia, WA

5 mi

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kindergarten
Wee Love Learning School Age Program was incorporated in September, 2017, as an expansion to Wee Love Learning Early Learning Center. &quot;Wee&quot; currently provide before and after school for these schools: Garfield Elementary, Hansen Elementary, McLane Elementary, L.P. Brown Elementary, Michael T Simmons Elementary, Black Lake Elementary, and Tumwater Hill Elementary. &quot;Wee&quot; are a before &amp; after school program (6:00-9:00am &amp; 3:00-6:15pm) that serves children from Kindergarten through Fifth grade. &quot;Wee&quot; also offer full day care when school is out (6:00am-6:15pm). Wee Love Learning School Age Program has energetic and dedicated staff that will ease your family into an outstanding school year filled with fun, friendships and enriching experiences to stimulate their imagination, spark their learning skills, and help them develop healthy habits. Our curriculum program offers homework club, book clubs, art, science, technology, and gross motor activities everyday before &amp; after school. &quot;Wee&quot; provide hands on experience spending most of our summer in the community on many different field trips. &quot;Wee&quot; also provide all meals. Breakfast, Lunch, and Snack at no additional fees. Our Early Learning center is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and is operated by a Board of Trustees. We are licensed by the State of Washington.
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Cadence Academy Preschool Olympia

1006 COOPER POINT RD NW OLYMPIA, WA

7 mi

Child care
Day Care
Welcome to Cadence Academy Preschool Cooper Point in Olympia, Washington. Our daycare center is proud to serve the Cooper Point community and to support the local school system by preparing children for success in kindergarten and beyond. We are a small, garden-themed early childhood education center that specializes in the care of toddlers and preschoolers, and offers students the feeling of a warm, nurturing environment. Our code-secured daycare building and homelike environment ensure children feel safe and comfortable while learning. Every classroom is designed specifically for the ages and stages within it, and our curriculum is rich with a broad range of hands-on learning experiences. *We are now offering Flexipass. With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no ongoing tuition, and no long-term commitment — just trusted care at a lower per-day cost.*
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Nelly S Day Care

423 Trailblazer Loop Se Olympia, WA

< 1 mi

Child care
Nelly’s Childcare and Pre-School is a child care facility located at 423 Trailblazer Loop SE. Olympia, WA. Their establishment offers a playful and educational Spanish curriculum for children. They believed that all children should be exposed to another language and that children learn best through experience.
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Lacy Co-Operative Pre-School

4501 19th Ave Se Olympia, WA

< 1 mi

Child care
Preschool
Lacy Co-Operative Preschool is a non-profit child care facility that offers early care and learning programs for preschool children. The company provides its services to the Olympia, Washington community. Lacy Co-Operative Preschool’s programs focus mainly on developing children’s literacy and math skills.
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Future Beginnings Childcare Center

7628 Henderson Blvd SE Olympia, WA

5 mi

We are now enrolling toddlers through preschoolers from the ages of 12 months old to 4 years old. Future Beginnings Childcare Center provides a quality childcare and preschool program in a positive, safe, and healthy learning environment. The program is designed to help meet the needs of your child in the following areas; social, emotional, physical, and cognitive. Your child will have daily opportunities to build their fine and gross motor skills through planned and child initiated activities. Your child will be encouraged to make decisions on his / her own, use creative thinking, and explore their learning environment while building their self- esteem. Future Beginnings Childcare Center operates under a philosophy that children need to be treated with warmth and respect. Personal attention to each child is important to providing quality experiences for all children while in our care. We are participants in Washington's new Early Achievers program, and have been rated a 3, which helps facilities develop their curriculum, staff, and materials in order to properly teach and develop children from birth to kindergarten. We are also participating in the USDA program to ensure that all of our children are receiving well balanced, nutritional meals throughout their day. This helps us keep our rates low and affordable for families in our community.
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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents in Lacey, WA

Pre-K Schools in Lacey, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 11 listed pre-k schools

Sprouting Smarties Child Care

Michelle is great! My daughter loved going there she teaches them so much and they have so much fun doing it. Best childcare/preschool.

- Jamie

Lakeview Daycare

Lakeview is hands down the best daycare center in Lacey/Olympia area. A place I can confidently leave my children and know that they are not...

- Enifreda P.

Wee Love Learning Early Learning Center

I have been involved with this child care since it's beginning. The staff are loving and caring toward the children. They provide USDA...

- June D

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Lacey, WA

Pre-k programs in Lacey, WA 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 Lacey, WA, 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 Lacey, WA 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 Lacey, WA 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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