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We have 51 pre-k schools in Plainview, NY! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Pre-K Schools in Plainview, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 51 listed pre-k schools

Kids Connection@ACDS

As a first time mom, the thought of daycare was scary. My husband and I toured Kids Connection and were so impressed. We decided to enroll...

- Heather C.

Shalom Day Care Center, Inc.

caring and loving staff. Educational setting in a fun safe environment.

- Providence A.

Kim's Playschool

Kim's Playschool offers a creative curriculum that makes learning fun. The day is filled with a range of age-appropriate activities,...

- Bonnie C.

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Kids Connection@ACDS

4 Fern Place Plainview, NY

5.0(2)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Child care
Kids Connection@ACDS is currently enrolling for our Infant/Toddler, and Preschool Program. Kids Connection, a New York State Licensed, DSS approved day care program provides an enriched Early Childhood Program for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. The program operates from 7am to 5:30pm to accommodate parents' work...

Heather C. says "As a first time mom, the thought of daycare was scary. My husband and I toured Kids Connection and were so impressed. We decided to enroll our son and...

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Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Shalom Day Care Center, Inc. is a company that provides child care services in an educational setting located at 85 Jamaica Avenue, Plainview, New York. The center serves children ages six weeks through kindergarten age and offers a creative and stimulating program suitable for their growing-up years. Shalom Day Care Center...

Providence A. says "caring and loving staff. Educational setting in a fun safe environment."

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Kim's Playschool

921 Preston Rd East Meadow, NY

5.0(2)
Here at Kim's Playschool we teach while having fun. A structured yet friendly environment with nutritious snacks and meals provided. We encourage creativity during our craft and playtime. Kim will help with potty training along with helping your child prepare for kindergarten. 20 years NYS licensed and highly trained, reliable,...

Bonnie C. says "Kim's Playschool offers a creative curriculum that makes learning fun. The day is filled with a range of age-appropriate activities, offering a great...

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Happy Hearts & Faces Daycare

214 DARTMOUTH ST HEMPSTEAD, NY

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$350/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Thank you for your interest in Happy Hearts & Faces Daycare. We are a licensed home daycare that provides care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age. We are here to help you and your child prepare for kindergarten. We provide care to work around each child’s individual needs. Our program encourages children to feel...

Care Member says "Sakina was the first person i trusted with my kids. She was very hands on and caring. I would recommend her 100% to anyone that’s in need of child care...

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Learn and Grow Child Care (only accepting 3 and 4 year olds at this time)

566 Wantagh Avenue LEVITTOWN, NY

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1535/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Day Care
Child care
Learn and Grow Child Care understands that the early years of your child's life are the most formative and the most important in his or her development. Our goals for your child are clear. We want to provide a safe, nurturing environment where your young children are socially, emotionally and cognitively prepared for...

Catherine Z. says "Learn & Grow is a center that ensures you truly feel your child is not only safe and well taken care of but also flourishing both socially and...

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Little Stepping Stones Group Family Daycare

265 N Pine Street Massapequa, NY

5.0(8)
A place where you can begin developing your child's education. A fun loving environment where your child is our #1 priority. Competitive prices, clean environment. Quality child care, where we make learning fun. We care for children 6 weeks to 12 years and our facility offers the following; - Full-time care - Part-time care -...

Missy A. says "Our 4 month old twins currently attend Little Stepping Stones. We could't be happier. Claudia and all of her staff are amazing and so attentive. The...

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Precious Kids Country

1150 Hicksville Rd Massapequa, NY

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Precious Kids Country or PKC as we like to call it is a learning and development center that provides high quality childcare for kids from ages 6 weeks through pre-k. We pride ourselves in providing a family atmosphere for both parents and students to learn and grow.
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Academic Explorers of Uniondale

607 Nassau Road Uniondale, NY

State license verified

At Academic Explorers, we provide high quality child care for infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-k, and school-age students ages 6 weeks - 12 years of age. Our warm, family-friendly center creates a safe, welcoming, comfortable environment for children, their parents, and our team. Throughout the school year, we host many...
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Little Gardens Childcare

470 East Meadow Ave East Meadow, NY

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
Accepting children from 18-mo to 12 Years old. Before/After school welcome, DSS excepted. Part time and Full day Pre-K avail. Educational based daycare. full curriculum.
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Academic Explorers, LLC

18 Whitehouse Ave Roosevelt, NY

State license verified

At Academic Explorers, we provide high quality child care for infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-k, and school-age students ages 6 weeks - 12 years of age. We offer free pre k for 3 year olds contracted by the Roosevelt Union Free School District (RUFSD) Universal Pre-K program. Our warm, family-friendly center creates a safe,...
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Academic Explorers of Merrick, LLC

1430 Jerusalem Avenue Merrick, NY

State license verified

At Academic Explorers, we provide high quality child care for infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-k, and school-age students ages 6 weeks - 12 years of age. Our warm, family-friendly center creates a safe, welcoming, comfortable environment for children, their parents, and our team. Throughout the school year, we host many...
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Karen's Castle Day School

81 Glenwood Rd Glen Head, NY

State license verified

Academic
International
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
For over 24 years, our philosophy has been to nurture each child's individuality, innate curiosities, and instill a desire for lifelong learning. All our programs are New York State Licensed. We offer structured Toddler, Pre-K, Before/After School & Summer Camp Programs.
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A Home Away From Home

14 Cross Ave Greenlawn, NY

State license verified

My name is Jessica and I am an in-home childcare provider. My center is located in my home in Greenlawn where your child will be cared for in a loving and nurturing environment. He or she will be guided through play and educational activities to help him/her learn and reach developmental milestones. Your child will learn the...
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Bright Blossoms Daycare

1803 Florence Street Merrick, NY

State license verified

Bright Blossoms Daycare is a NYS licensed group family daycare serving children from 6 weeks old through Pre-Kindergarten. We are open Monday through Friday from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm. Breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks will be served daily. All meals and snacks served will be organic. Our Daycare program is designed to develop your...
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Learn And Play Levittown

8 Gardenia Lane Levittown, NY

State license verified

In-Home daycare
Child care
Our Philosophy 'Learn and Play Levittown' provides a positive learning environment for infants as young as 6 weeks up to school aged children of 12 years old including before and after school care. We believe that children learn through play. We encourage the children to explore, create, and share. Children learn best when they...
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The School House

106 Vernon Valley Rd. East Northport, NY

SCHOOL: The mission of The School House is to build the best Pre-K - 8th Grade school in the world combining what we know scientifically works in learning with what we love about traditional American schools. The result is the American Emergent Curriculum (AEC) - an integrated curriculum connecting a Structured Montessori...
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Garden Infant Day Care

194 Bay Shore Road North Babylon, NY

Group Family Daycare 25 years of child care experience NYS licenced. Max of 12 children, approves DSS, all meals included. Pre school curiculum also bi-lingual program from 6 weeks to 12 years of age.
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Little Wonderland Daycare

20 Baldwin Street Farmingdale, NY

When your child enters Little Wonderland, they enter a place that fosters learning, individual expression and creativity. All this while providing them with individualized attention, in a warm, friendly, and fun family environment. We offer both full-time and part-time care. Full-time care is available 5 days a week. Part-time...
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Clapping Hands Daycare

35 Acme Ave Bethpage, NY

State license verified

We are a loving, caring warm, Eco-friendly licensed group family home daycare, conveniently located in Bethpage NY area. Very clean environment. Dedicated to fostering an environment filled with developmental learning and exploring new things. We take kids from 6 weeks to 12 years old. Your child will participate in activities...

PRECIOUS KIDS TOO INC.

2220 HEWLETT AVE MERRICK, NY

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Day Care
Welcome to Precious Kids Too of Merrick. Our facility is a learning and development center that provides high quality childcare for kids. We are privately owned and have been successfully caring for children since 2006. Precious Kids Too center is located just steps away from Merrick LIRR station. Our daycare facility is built...

Care Member says "An amazing staff with so much heart and caring mindset. It is wonderful to see the care and admiration each teacher has toward every child. The teachers...

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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Plainview, NY

Pre-k programs in Plainview, NY 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 Plainview, NY, 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 Plainview, NY 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 Plainview, NY 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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