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1609 University Ave MADISON, WI
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2 mi
At University Avenue Discovery Center, our pursuit is to emphasize equality, solidarity, emotional literacy, and exploration of the arts within our classrooms and surrounding community. It is our goal to build on a child’s academic foundation with play-based learning, hands-on experimentation, group discussions and use of local resources as an extension of our classroom environments. UADC is committed to working cooperatively with all families to foster an interwoven community that supports…
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Andrew G. says "I have one kid here now, and the second will go when they’re old enough. I love it here. First of all, it is a nonprofit, not driven by profit incentives, and the staff creates such a healthy environment for early child development and preschool. You don’t see that a lot with institutional or private centers.
The space is amazing—the classrooms are huge (at least 50x50), plus there is indoor running space and an outdoor playing area. The kids can be free there and they love it.…
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At La Petite Academy of Monona, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Monona, WI. 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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5574 LACY RD FITCHBURG, WI
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5 mi
At La Petite Academy of Fitchburg, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Fitchburg, WI. 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 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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5206 Siggelkow Rd MADISON, WI
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6 mi
We’re an award-winning early education center located steps from Braintree transit station. Our facilities offer bright classrooms and two private playgrounds. Your toddler will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care.
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Lisa S. says "I have had my daughter in their program since she was 3 months old and she is now 2 years old. They are like a second family to us. My daughter loves every single one of her teachers and enjoys being at school so much. Knowing she is so cared for while I am at work is a huge blessing."
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6514 SCHROEDER RD MADISON, WI
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6 mi
At La Petite Academy on Schroeder Rd, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Madison, WI. 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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1222 FOURIER DR MADISON, WI
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7 mi
At La Petite Academy on Fourier Drive, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Madison, WI. 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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5896 WOODLAND DR WAUNAKEE, WI
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8 mi
At La Petite Academy of Waunakee, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Waunakee, WI. 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 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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220 CROSS COUNTRY RD VERONA, WI
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9 mi
At La Petite Academy of Verona, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Verona, WI. 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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665 E NETHERWOOD ST OREGON, WI
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9 mi
At La Petite Academy of Oregon, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Oregon, WI. 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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Kiddie Academy of Sun Prairie, WI 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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2380 MONTANA AVE SUN PRAIRIE, WI
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10 mi
At La Petite Academy of Sun Prairie, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Sun Prairie, WI. 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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Care Member says "My child has been going here since July and absolutely loves it here. They are so happy and the teachers are amazing showing compassion and care. My child has learned so much and the lessons that they work on are getting them ready for the next milestone in life. The director is understanding and friendly and truly shows what a director that cares about the families and children should be. The assistant director is wonderful. 10/10 would recommend."
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635 LINCOLN AVE STOUGHTON, WI
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13 mi
At La Petite Academy of Stoughton, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Stoughton, WI. 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 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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1609 University Ave Madison, WI
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1 mi
At University Avenue Discovery Center, our pursuit is to emphasize equality, solidarity, emotional literacy, and exploration of the arts within our classrooms and surrounding community. It is our goal to build on a child s academic foundation with play-based learning, hands-on experimentation, group discussions and use of local resources as an extension of our classroom environments. UADC is committed to working cooperatively with all families to foster an interwoven community that supports…
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Lindsy B. says "UADC is a warm and charming place to be with excellent staff and education for your children. Home-cooked meals on site, great and consistent programming with music, dance, yoga, free choice centers, library, Spanish, and academic skill development. Both my children went here over a span of 5 years. Absolutely love the staff and bonds that are formed between families in this community. Professional and genuine care!"
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Kids World Ink and Nursery offers safe and secure child care at all times. Personnel provide day to day learning experiences that fit the unique needs of each child.
Our vision at kids World Ink reflects children's sense of respect, gratitude, and for them to get along with their peers
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900 UNIVERSITY BAY DR MADISON, WI
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3 mi
Meeting House Nursery School, Inc. provides children with a play based curriculum in a welcoming environment that encourages exploration, celebrates the individual, and fosters meaningful relationships. MHNS is a part-time nursery school that allows for flexible schedules for children age 2-5. We are a city accredited fully licensed group center
MHNS fosters learning through play in our individual classrooms as well as our outdoor learning environments.
Please visit our website…
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christine W. says "Absolute best place you can send your kids to preschool! Teachers are caring, attentive and fun! Safe environment. I personally love Meeting House because it's like a throwback to preschools of yester-year, and they allow creative learning."
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Creek Day School has been providing quality childcare to the Madison community for more than 45 years.
We are a small center licensed for 35 children ages 2 - 5 providing lots of individual attention to children. Creek bases its program on the philosophy that play is the fundamental learning experience. Our goal is to provide children with a variety of play experiences and structured learning situations that foster social, problem-solving and self-help skills. Children learn to treat others…
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Care Member says "We moved to Creek from a big box daycare center and could not be happier! Our two kids get to play together and we love it. The outdoor play space is unreal and we've been so lucky they've been outside so much. Highly recommend Creek!"
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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…
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Morningside Ave Madison, WI
4 mi
Raising Montessori Family Child Care is a new in-home (aka - family care) child care and education service, located in a home on the east side of Madison. We consist of a group of 4-6 mixed aged children, from infancy through 5 years old. This is a top tier program geared towards families seeking early care and education on the high end of the quality spectrum. While operating as an 'in-home', this program takes on the professional standards and performance of a high quality 'group…
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The VA Kids Center is one of two federal non-profit child care centers in Wisconsin; we are located just steps from the VA and UW Hospitals in Madison, Wisconsin. Since 1996, we have been providing high-quality early care and education to children ages 6 weeks to 4 years. Adjacent to the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, we are open year round to all members of the community. The VA Kids Center is licensed by the State of Wisconsin and meets or exceeds all federal regulations for VA…
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David A. says "VAKC has cared for both of my children and I couldn't recommend it more highly. Rebecca Breda, the director, is incredible-organized, professional, capable, and committed to supporting families. She always looks for ways to make it work. The teachers are all absolutely wonderful as well. Most are truly "kid whisperers." They also have fairly long hours (7-5:30 pm) and serve lunch and snacks. Our kids loved it there are we are so grateful for VAKC!"
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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents
Pre-K Schools are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 35 listed pre-k schools
University Avenue Discovery Center
I have one kid here now, and the second will go when they’re old enough. I love it here. First of all, it is a nonprofit, not driven by…
- Andrew G.
7148 - La Petite Academy of Monona
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.
7147 - La Petite Academy of Fitchburg
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.
FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Madison, WI
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Madison, WI?
Pre-k programs in Madison, WI 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!
What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in Madison, WI?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Madison, WI, 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.
What will my child do at pre-k near me in Madison, WI?
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 Madison, WI 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!
What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in Madison, WI?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Madison, WI 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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