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2380 OAK VALLEY DR ANN ARBOR, MI
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Everbrook Academy of Ann Arbor, MI is a trusted daycare supporting families in Ann Arbor and Saline. Our NAEYC accredited school offers full-time, part-time, drop-in care, and Summer Camp for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years, with programs including Infants, Toddlers, Twos, Early Preschool, Preschool, Pre-K, Junior Kindergarten, and Before- and After-School Clubs. Families stay connected throughout the day through SproutAbout, our mobile app offering livestreaming classroom video, real-time…
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Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and families and provide a safe and nurturing environment for them. The communication from teachers and admin is wonderful as well! We are excited for all of our children to attend Everbrook."
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3980 Ranchero Drive ANN ARBOR, MI
15 mi
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Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by offering excellence in the childcare experience. We play a transformative role in the lives of families and we take this very seriously. Our…
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2811 STONE SCHOOL RD ANN ARBOR, MI
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Stone School Cooperative Preschool is a nonprofit, play-based preschool in Ann Arbor serving children ages 33 months to 6 years — and we've been doing it since 1959. Our mixed-age classrooms foster curiosity, empathy, and independence through hands-on, child-led learning guided by experienced teachers. As a cooperative, families have the option to participate in the classroom, creating a tight-knit community while keeping tuition affordable. We offer customizable scheduling to fit modern family…
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Care Member says "We LOVE Stone School! Our child spent 2 years here and also attended their summer camp programs. Our family had an incredibly fulfilling experience at Stone School. This school works very hard to create an engaging, loving, active and fun school community.
Our kid is more than prepared both socially and academically for kindergarten. We love that the teachers here meet the kids exactly where they are and help them grow and learn at their own unique pace. We are also huge fans…
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Mudpies and Lullabies is a small family owned child care and early learning center located at the corner of Sibley and Werkner Rd. in Chelsea.
We believe that every child is unique and more than just a number like you might find in some of the larger more commercialized child care centers. We strive to develop close knit, personal relationships with the families in our care and spend time to get to know each child individually so that we are able to nurture and educate them…
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The Astor, home of The Astor Academy, is a premier educational childcare & social club for young people ages 6 weeks - 17 years of age. Our revolutionary STEAM-plus curriculum combines science, technology, engineering, arts & mathematics with a focus on entrepreneurship, culinary arts, etiquette & athletics.
We recruit educators locally, and across the country, bringing in resident artists to assist our core teaching staff in the areas of theatre, music, dance, language, world…
We believe that young children learn best through play and hands-on activities, along with a developmental program that meets the spiritual, academic, social-emotional, and physical needs of the child. Our staff model Christ in their lifestyle and are a form of living curriculum for our students. Our staff facilitate a wide range of learning opportunities, setting up the environment and activities for students to experience and explore.
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This neighborhood Gretchen's House offers care for preschoolers and young fives, plus before and afterschool care. We are located one half block from Eberwhite Elementary and from our "sister" center at 721 Mt. Pleasant where infants and toddlers are cared for.
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Our Mission:
To provide progressive early education for young children in order to facilitate future social responsibility, diversity, global and environmental awareness through multicultural exposure, nature play, outdoor learning, collaborative community involvement, and language immersion.
The Apple Playschools Advantage:
Our preschools and kindergarten are play-based and Reggio-inspired. We believe children have many ways of expressing themselves and that they learn better when…
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Daycroft School is a Toddler through 6th grade Montessori inspired school on 10 acres overlooking natural wetlands. We provide a personalized learning environment that appreciates individual differences, nurtures the whole child, and enables students to develop at their own pace and achieve to their full potential. Inspired by principles first developed by Maria Montessori, education here is student-centered, not only in appreciating individual differences and accommodating individual learning…
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5225 Jackson Rd Ann Arbor, MI
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11 mi
We serve infants, toddlers, preschool, kindergarten and first through third grade students. We offer before and after-school care, as well as a dynamic theme-based Summer Camp! Contact us for a tour at office@cmsaa.org or call (734)332-9600. Come in and feel the Christian Montessori School difference!
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Care Member says "We've been a part of CMSAA for three years and can't recommend it enough! We feel a true sense of community with parents and staff at the school. Our two girls have thrived in the Montessori environment and it's a joy to see the sense of independence it fosters. The school offers a strong foundational curriculum with lots of amazing enrichment activities. The teachers and staff are all fabulous and their passion for the children and the Montessori way is contagious!"
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Our Mission
To provide progressive early education for young children in order to facilitate future social responsibility, diversity, global and environmental awareness though multicultural exposure, nature play, outdoor learning, collaborative community involvement and language immersion.
Our Vision
To foster the values of creativity, compassion, and global citizenship in young children, their families and communities.
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Cuddle Creek Childcare is a diverse, family owned business providing a nurturing environment for children ages 6 weeks and up. We understand the challenge of finding trusted care for your child while you are away; we also value the importance of a comfortable, home-like setting-where established routines are key and everyone learns through the human experience. We believe play is a child's work, we believe in respect for all and a child's right to be included, and we believe that all children…
The Discovery Center has been located on the west side of Ann Arbor since its founding in 1974. Jacki Miller began her dream of providing high-quality early childhood programs at the center s original location on North Maple Road. In 1984, the center moved to its current facility on South Maple Road that was designed and built to house our programs. The new building gave us the opportunity to expand the center s offerings to three full-day preschool classrooms, a half-day preschool program, and…
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Play and Learn Children's Place is a relationship centered early childhood program in Saline. Our children are cared for with consistency and as individuals in small ratio rooms that are welcoming and home like. Staff are trained in our HighScope curriculum with a strong focus on high quality teacher child relationships and a play based academic approach that supports social, emotional, and cognitive growth. We put intentionality into every part of our program, doing what is best for children…
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Michelle F. says "There is a truly collaborative environment between leadership, teachers, and families. It really seems like we are all working together to give our children the best experience. It feels like a family, and it truly was like a second home."
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211 MONROE ST SALINE, MI
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First Foundations Early Learning Center is a childcare center filled with a Team that believes the first years of a child’s life are the most influential for brain development.Each child’s capacity to grow as unique individuals requires that they are nurtured by warm interactions and engaged in many diverse experiences day after day. We strive to provide an environment rich in those experiences to lay the groundwork for physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
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Becky X. says "It is such a great program they do a lot for the kids they learn the teachers are caring its always "kids first" It feels like a big family""
We offer a wide variety of unique activities for all age groups! Presentations from both the imagination station and classroom critters. Walks to the library, unique crafts, sports, and much more!
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3445 FERRY ST ANN ARBOR, MI
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Welcome to Cuddle Creek Childcare.
It is our mission to provide a safe, secure, loving, healthy and challenging environment
for your child to spend the day. Our program seeks to provide the care and nurturing
necessary for your child’s healthy growth and development. We also strive to assist your
child’s intellectual and social growth, in preparation for kindergarten. We look forward
to working closely together with you to provide a happy place where your young child
can flourish.
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Care Member says "Marcy is amazing! So happy we chose cuddle creek"
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The Discovery Center is an early childhood program for children aged two years and nine months (33 months) through five years old that has been serving families in the Ann Arbor, Michigan, area since 1974. We also serve families in nearby communities, including Brighton, Canton, Chelsea, Dexter, Pinckney, Saline, South Lyon, Ypsilanti, and more.
With our highly-educated and experienced staff, our modern building and grounds designed specifically for our use, and our nurturing, flexible…
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Ryan B. says "We have been with the Discovery Center for 3 years now. Two of our children have attended. We would give the Discovery Center a solid 5. We have loved our time with them.
The Discovery Center is a standout early childhood program. They excel at tailoring their approach to each child's unique needs and fostering incredible home-school relationships. Their personalized approach ensures children thrive, while strong communication with parents creates a supportive and engaged…
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6203 - Everbrook Academy of Ann Arbor
Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships…
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STONE SCHOOL COOPERATIVE PRE SCHOOL
We LOVE Stone School! Our child spent 2 years here and also attended their summer camp programs. Our family had an incredibly fulfilling…
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Christian Montessori School of Ann Arbor
We've been a part of CMSAA for three years and can't recommend it enough! We feel a true sense of community with parents and staff at the…
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Manchester, MI
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Manchester, MI?
Pre-k programs in Manchester, 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!
What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in Manchester, MI?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Manchester, 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.
What will my child do at pre-k near me in Manchester, MI?
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 Manchester, 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!
What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in Manchester, MI?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Manchester, 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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