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Pre-K Schools in Needham, MA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Little Sprouts Natick

We’ve been sending our little guy to Little Sprouts Natick since he was 5 months old. He’s still in the infant classroom and we have loved...

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Children's Happy Day School

We've been fortunate to send our sons to Children's Happy Day, and I can't say enough good things about the school. The teachers and staff...

- Kelsey R.

TIR NA NOG CHILDCARE

Both if my children started TNN at 3 months in the infant room. My oldest just graduated PreK. As a new Mom is was scary to leave my baby at...

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Little Sprouts Natick

11 HURON DR NATICK, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We invite you to discover Little Sprouts Natick, a beautiful, joyful school intentionally designed to inspire learning and play. Our modern features and brightly colored spaces create a welcoming environment in which your child will embark upon new adventures and meet new friends. With many classroom options, Little Sprouts...

Care Member says "We’ve been sending our little guy to Little Sprouts Natick since he was 5 months old. He’s still in the infant classroom and we have loved it so far....

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Children's Happy Day School

5 Charles Park Road West Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Child care
Children's Happy Day School is a fully accredited NAEYC preschool, kindergarten and child care center with programs for children ages 2.0 to 6 years old. Located off the VFW Parkway in West Roxbury, we enroll children from Boston and the neighboring communities of Newton, Brookline, Dedham, Westwood and Needham.

Kelsey R. says "We've been fortunate to send our sons to Children's Happy Day, and I can't say enough good things about the school. The teachers and staff are so caring...

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TIR NA NOG CHILDCARE

217 W CENTRAL ST NATICK, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Special needs
+ 3 more
Tir Na Nog Childcare is inspired by the enchanting Irish folklore of “The Land of the Young,” a mythical place where happiness, youthfulness, and endless joy thrive. In this magical land, no one ever grows old, and beauty and wonder are boundless. At Tir Na Nog Childcare, we are dedicated to creating a true...

Care Member says "Both if my children started TNN at 3 months in the infant room. My oldest just graduated PreK. As a new Mom is was scary to leave my baby at a daycare...

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DISCOVERY SCHOOLHOUSE INC

101 BLUE HILLS PKWY MILTON, MA

5.0(5)
starting at
$508/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
+ 1 more
Discovery Schoolhouse provides a warm, nurturing, supportive, educational, and enjoyable experience for children from 15 months through kindergarten, all year round, all day long. Our toddler and preschool programs run 7:00 in the morning until 6:00 in the evening the entire calendar year, with a variety of scheduling options...

Care Member says "A caring, warm, loving environment! Our son loved his three years at Discovery Schoolhouse and we loved it too. In the toddler room and upstairs with...

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Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, LLC

18 PRESCOTT ST HYDE PARK, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$550/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
In-Home daycare
We at Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, (BBEELC) extends a warmest welcome to you and your family. Our goal is for your children to develop and EXCEL into healthy and smart individuals. We acknowledge that no child is the same, so we plan to individualized learning and activities to meet the needs of your child. Your child...

Care Member says "Brown Bear provides excellent quality and care for children and there families. They are setting strong foundation for learning and growing."

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-Little Sprouts Watertown

150 COOLIDGE AVE WATERTOWN, MA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs. Located on a quiet side street near the...

Care Member says "I trust this message finds you well the admin. Together with staff of little sprouts Watertown. We are delighted to have you as our kid’s day...

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Brown Bear Excel Early learning center

470 RIVER ST MATTAPAN, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$500/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center (BBEELC) provides quality education and care that would positively impact the lives of children from 0 to 5 years old. We use groundbreaking tools and resources to expand children’s cognitive brain development and preparing them to excel in kindergarten and beyond. The foundation of BBEELC...

Chevahn .. says "We’ve had a very positive experience with Brown Bear. It’s a wonderful facility—clean, safe, and well-organized. The leadership is experienced in early...

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Beginnings School

210 South Avenue Weston, MA

4.1(11)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Beginnings School, located in Weston, MA provides exceptional education and a nurturing environment for children 3 months to 5 years old, in addition to the My Clubhouse After School Program and Summer Explorations Program for children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. We first opened our doors in 1985, and in 2020 we became...

Kristy W. says "Our family has been at Beginnings School for almost six years, and we have had a fantastic experience there. My younger daughter spent three years in the...

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Garden Montessori

15 Campbell Road Framingham, MA

5.0(1)
Garden Montessori is a full or part-time affordable Preschool/Kindergarten. Now accepting enrollment from ages 2.9 to age 6. Before Care and Extended Care is also available. A Montessori education is unique. The "Whole Child" approach is the primary goal for each child to reach their potential in all areas of life. I am a...

Kenneth K says "Garden Montessori Schoold is licensed by EEC. Website is gardenmontessorischool.weebly.com check it out!!!!!!"

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Youbellor Child Academy

12 BRIGHTON ST BELMONT, MA

starting at
$2750/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
+ 2 more
Youbellor Child Academy of Belmont is a multicultural STEAM, play/academic based school. Our qualified staff speaks Chinese, Mandarin, Spanish and English. Both past and present families rate us at 5 stars. Set up a tour to see all of the quality learning that is taking place in all of our programs from Infants to Pre-K. See...
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FOUR SEASONS PRESCHOOL

226 MOUNT AUBURN ST WATERTOWN, MA

State license verified

starting at
$36/mo
Preschool
Child care
We offer care for Infant through Pre-Kindergarten 7:30-5:00, Monday through Friday. We offer a nurturing environment where the children learn hands-on throughout the day. Our staff plan child centered activities to ensure all are interested at all times! Reach out to learn more about our wonderful program and curriculum we have!...
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Newton School for Children

25 LENGLEN RD # 2 NEWTON, MA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children.
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Little Sprouts Dedham

280 BRIDGE ST DEDHAM, MA

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Dedham, MA Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care...
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St Columbkille Partnership School

25 Arlington Street Brighton, MA

Faith based
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Welcome to Saint Columbkille Partnership School, the only lab school in Boston for pre-K to grade 8 students. We are among a small group of schools across the world with a unique and strong collaboration with a leading research university, allowing for a tailored and more thoughtful approach to your child's education. We...
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Tobin Children's School

71 COTTAGE ST NATICK, MA

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Located near downtown Natick, close to the Commuter Rail, Route 16 and Route 27; the Tobin Children’s School – celebrating over 30 years of excellence – is proud to offer the very best childcare for you and your child. Our program is licensed by the MA Department of Early Education and Care and one of only two programs in Natick...
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Cadence Academy Preschool

300 ELIOT ST ASHLAND, MA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children.
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Ms. Meredith's NeighborSchool

5 Alwin Street Hyde Park, MA

My program combines the structure and schedule of a typical preschool classroom with the comfort of a home environment. This helps children prepare for a transition into a kindergarten classroom. There is sensory play such as play dough or finger painting, time for pre-academics with letter and math games, read alouds,...
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Cadence Academy Preschool

884 WASHINGTON ST NORWOOD, MA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children.
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Dollies Home Care

1458 Handcock St Cambridge, MA

Welcome to Dollies Care INC. This agency was created for everyone, adults and children. Dollies Care provide caretaker services for children, in the comfort of familiar surroundings while making sure they're receiving the care they need. Dollies Care have qualified child caregivers, who are insured and have passed extensive...
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NORWOOD CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL, INC.

100 WINTER ST NORWOOD, MA

State license verified

Faith based
Preschool
We offer a flexible schedule that meets parent's needs. We offer adding a morning, afternoon or day for when you have an appointment, as long as there is room in the class. Our teachers have years of experience to draw on, are creative and knowledgeable. Mr. Tim is our Pre-Kindergarten teacher and has over 20 years of...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Needham, MA

Pre-k programs in Needham, MA 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 Needham, MA, 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 Needham, MA 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 Needham, MA 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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