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Pre-K Schools in Plainview, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 53 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.

Little Gardens Childcare

My children love it here. They have both grown so much emotionally, socially, and academically since starting at Little Gardens. The staff...

- Lauren P.

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Kids Connection@ACDS

4 Fern Place Plainview, NY

5.0(2)
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
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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Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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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Little Gardens Childcare

470 East Meadow Ave East Meadow, NY

5.0(6)
Reggio emilia
Child care
Preschool
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.

Lauren P. says "My children love it here. They have both grown so much emotionally, socially, and academically since starting at Little Gardens. The staff is wonderful...

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Precious Kids Country

1150 Hicksville Rd Massapequa, NY

4.6(11)
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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.

Jamie says "I have been sending my daughters since they were infants and they love going everyday. Every teacher so far has been great we especially love Mrs. Stephanie...

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Bright Blossoms Daycare

1803 Florence Street Merrick, NY

5.0(14)
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. Bright Blossoms Daycare has been serving Merrick,...

Care Member says "We are beyond thrilled with the care and attention our 4-month-old daughter has received at Bright Blossoms. From the very first day, the staff has been...

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JERICHO Stem Academy

430 N BROADWAY JERICHO, NY

5.0(2)

State license verified

International
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
We are a licensed pre-school/daycare located 5 minutes from the Hicksville train station. To each family enrolled at our Academy, we make a commitment to provide your child with a safe, secure and loving environment. We believe that the early childhood years should be a time of fun, discovery and encouragement. Our program...

David S. says "They care very much for our child. They treat our child like their own for me that's the reason why I like this center and will continue to take my child...

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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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Happy Hearts & Faces Daycare

214 DARTMOUTH ST HEMPSTEAD, NY

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$350/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
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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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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Learn and Grow Child Care (only accepting 3 and 4 year olds at this time)

566 WANTAGH AVE LEVITTOWN, NY

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1535/mo
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day 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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Academic Explorers, LLC

18 Whitehouse Ave Roosevelt, NY

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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Karen's Castle Day School

81 Glenwood Rd Glen Head, NY

International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
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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Academic Explorers of Uniondale

607 Nassau Road Uniondale, NY

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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A Home Away From Home

14 Cross Ave Greenlawn, NY

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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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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Academic Explorers of Merrick, LLC

1430 Jerusalem Avenue Merrick, NY

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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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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Learn And Play Levittown

8 Gardenia Lane Levittown, NY

Child care
In-Home daycare
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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Prime Time Early Learning Center - PERMANENTLY CLOSED

270 AIRPORT PLAZA BLVD FARMINGDALE, NY

State license verified

Child care
Day 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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Clapping Hands Daycare

35 Acme Ave Bethpage, NY

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...
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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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