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We have 60 pre-k schools in Saint Paul, MN! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Pre-K Schools in Saint Paul, MN are rated 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Monarch Montessori School

We absolutely love Monarch! Our daughter has been there since 33mo. and is finishing her final days before starting elementary school in the...

- Care member

Cathedral Hill Montessori School

I am so thankful for the care my daughter has received over the past year and a half. It's hard passing off your 14 month old over to...

- Liv C

Carol Overland

Good good went here as a little kid awsome and fantastic

- Josh B

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Monarch Montessori School

1669 Arcade Street Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Monarch Montessori School is a nonprofit preschool and kindergarten located on the East Side of St. Paul. Our qualified and experienced teachers offer high-quality care and instruction in a small, pod-like setting. We provide individual, hands-on lessons in both academics and practical life skills. Children enjoy art, movement,...

Care Member says "We absolutely love Monarch! Our daughter has been there since 33mo. and is finishing her final days before starting elementary school in the fall....

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Salvation Army CDC

401 Seventh St West Saint Paul, MN

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Faith based
International
+ 3 more
Toddler & Preschool Classes 16 months-5 years Family Centered Enrichment Activities Kindergarten Readiness Parent Aware accredited NAEYC accredited
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Cathedral Hill Montessori School

325 Dayton Ave Saint Paul, MN

5.0(2)
Cathedral Hill Montessori School is a family-founded nonprofit private school providing a year-round authentic Montessori education to children from infancy through six years of age. We offer half-day and full-day programs for children 16 months to 5 years, all-day kindergarten, extended childcare, as well as an ongoing Infant...

Liv C says "I am so thankful for the care my daughter has received over the past year and a half. It's hard passing off your 14 month old over to another adult, but I...

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Carol Overland

1930 Clear Ave Saint Paul, MN

3.0(2)
Child care
Carol Overland is a licensed child care provider that offers home-based services designed for pre-kindergarten and school-age children. The facility admits and handles infants up to 12-year old elementary students. Carol Overland can accommodate a total of 12 children on a full-time basis.

Josh B says "Good good went here as a little kid awsome and fantastic"

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Open Arms Lutheran Child Development Center

616 Ruth St N Saint Paul, MN

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
The purpose of the Open Arms Lutheran Child Development Center is to provide a safe, caring place where children learn and grow. Hours of operation: Monday through Friday 6:30 am to 6:30 pm. We provide childcare for children six weeks to kindergarten. school-age before and after school...
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Children's Discovery Academy

433 E Little Canada Rd Saint Paul, MN

Children's Discovery Academy is a family owned and educational child care center located in Little Canada. Our center has individual classrooms for: Infant, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, and School-age.

Ramalynn Montessori Academy

15004 Glazier Ave Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Ramalynn Montessori Academy provides an individualized Pre-K through Grade 8 education. The school promotes academic excellence founded. They craft each child’s education in partnership with educators and parents to achieve higher levels of academic, personal and social achievement.

Mrs. Jen's

1530 Aspen Drive Saint Paul, MN

State license verified

Cozy in home childcare with a full fenced in yard on a quiet street. We go for daily walks to play at local parks and observe nature around us. Play based educational model helps children learn and prepare for kindergarten while playing independently and with peers of differing ages. We are on the food program which ensures...

Wendy K. Jahnke

8408 Eastwood Rd Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Wendy K. Jahnke practices an enrichment program designed to help children make the transition from preschool and kindergarten to elementary school and excel. They believe children can develop early literacy, math skills, and science concepts awareness when placed in a conducive environment.

Dawn K Wolterman

5539 138th St W Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Dawn K Wolterman is a local child care center that offers Full-Day and full-time early care and learning programs. The company serves children and families living in the Saint Paul, MN community. Dawn K Wolterman operates during weekdays, Mondays through Fridays, and is open from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

Rita Iacarrella

2139 Violet Ln Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Preschool
Rita Iacarrella is a locally owned and operated child care facility that offers programs and services designed for preschoolers and pre-kindergarten students. The company serves families living in Saint Paul, MN. Rita Iacarrella can admit and take care of 14 children.

Sandy K Sletten

2634 Guthrie Ave N Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Sandy K Sletten believes early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploring and discovery. Preschool children are receptive and creative. The center's goal is to nurture and encourage these qualities in the children who attend.

Ready Set Grow

1583 Radio Dr Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Preschool
Ready Set Grow offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 1583 Radio Dr, the company serves families living in the Saint Paul, MN area. Ready Set Grow is open to preschoolers and pre-kindergarten students.

Louise K Strommer

1566 Albemarle St Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Louise K Strommer offers a warm and secure environment promoting the fullest possible development of the whole child. The center's goal of educating children is to provide them with a foundation of competence and confidence to function independently throughout their lives.

Children's Discovery Academy of Early Learning

433 Little Canada Rd E Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Children's Discovery Academy of Early Learning located in Saint Paul, MN is dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways.The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential...

Pamela K Bunde

2392 Helena Rd N Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Pamela K Bunde at 2392 Helena Rd N, Saint Paul, MN knows that in order for children to learn and grow properly, a structured learning environment must be provided. Their center seeks to establish a community that is dedicated to helping nurture young minds.

Sandra K Kirchner

6071 45th St N Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Sandra K Kirchner is a child care center located at 6071 45th St N, Saint Paul, MN that is oriented towards the physical, mental, and social well-being of their students. They have various individualized programs and that are designed to help children learn according to their current developmental level.

Tammy K Peterson

13741 Fordham Ct Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Tammy K Peterson is a private day care center at 13741 Fordham Ct, Saint Paul, MN that maintains clearly established guidelines to ensure the general welfare of their little learners. Their center raises children in an understanding learning environment that makes sure values formation are also enhanced.

Sharon K Menton

6772 Sherwood Cir Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Sharon K Menton offers a caring and friendly child care services and serves the community of Saint Paul MN. She provides developmentally appropriate activities that enhance children's emotional skills and intellectual abilities. This childcare provider encourages self-confidence to make sure that children will be productive...

Joan K Sattler

1324 Bohland Pl Saint Paul, MN

Child care
Joan K. Sattler is a child care provider since 1989. She runs a child care facility located at 1324 Bohland Place, Saint Paul, Minnesota. The facility is a safe, healthy and nurturing environment, suitable for children's growth and development. Joan also provides children with educational activities that help them develop...

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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Saint Paul, MN

Pre-k programs in Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul, MN, 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 Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul, MN 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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