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We have 14 pre-k schools in Shawnee, KS! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Canterbury Academy Shawnee Crossings

22900 MIDLAND DR SHAWNEE, KS

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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FIRST LUTHERAN EARLY EDUCATION CENTER

6400 STATE LINE RD MISSION HILLS, KS

State license verified

starting at
$934/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Preschool
Parenting is hard work, and searching for quality childcare can feel like a full-time job! But the search stops here, as we are proud to be one of the most outstanding childcare facilities in KC! First Lutheran Early Education Center (FLEEC) is a nationally accredited preschool located at 6400 State Line Rd, welcoming...
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Happy Hearts Learning Center LLC

1901 N 63RD DR KANSAS CITY, KS

State license verified

starting at
$1030/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
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Our facility brings bright classrooms and two playgrounds fenced in. Your child will feel safe and get lots of attention and support. We are very family friendly and want everyone to feel loved and supported. Our goal is to be ready to for kindergarten.
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Canterbury Academy Prairie Ridge

11197 S AMBASSADOR ST OLATHE, KS

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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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Ubuntu Academy

4329 Troost Avenue Kansas City, MO

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Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
UBUNTU Academy is an early learning center in the core of Kansas City, Missouri. UBUNTU means I am what I am because of who we all are. This supports the belief that it takes a village to raise a child. The core focus is to prepare our students to be kindergarten ready. Missouri early childhood education has suffered millions...
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Canterbury Academy Overland Park

6820 W 121ST ST OVERLAND PARK, KS

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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The Kiddie Depot Daycare LLC

2603 E 28th St Kansas City, MO

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Child care
The Kiddie Depot not only offers childcare, but we are a Learning Center. Our children begin learning in a pre-school setting once they turn 2 years of age. We operate 24 hours for parents that work Non-Traditional hours, and offer Saturday drop-in care.
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Child care
Preschool
Canada's Child Care Center in Kansas City, MO creates an enriching curriculum to pre-school kids from 0 to 12 years old every Mondays to Fridays. They feature a state-licensed and safe atmosphere where the students can grow and learn morally, socially, physically, emotionally, and intellectually. They teach using developmentally...
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Kiddie Depot LLC

3609 Park Ave Kansas City, MO

Preschool
Kiddie Depot LLC is a locally based preschool that offers full-time early education programs designed for pre-kindergarten children. Located at 3609 Park Avenue, the company serves the residents of Kansas City, MO. Kiddie Depot LLC has a maximum capacity of 35 children.
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Johnson County Montessori Preschool

6800 W 80th St Shawnee Mission, KS

Kindergarten
Preschool
Johnson County Montessori Preschool offers full-time child care services and Montessori-based education programs for preschool children. Located in Shawnee Mission, Kansas, the company’s services are open to children two and half years of age up to kindergarten. The company also provides kindergarten programs for children five...
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Brown's Christian Academy and Preschool

22 E 32nd St Kansas City, MO

Preschool
Brown's Christian Academy and Preschool is a Christian-based preschool, designed to provide an environment for the child to grow and develop into what God has intended. Their goal is to nurture children's enthusiasm about learning and assist them in reaching their full potential; ultimately leading to successful entry into...
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Children's Motivational Behavior Center

1115 Emanuel Cleaver Blvd Kansas City, MO

CMBC is a faith based (Christian) non-profit infant development center and preschool for ages birth to 5 yrs. It also offers before and after care for older siblings of the children enrolled, up to age 8. Specializing in Infant development the center has a multi-tiered program for infant. No mixed age groupings. The Infant...
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YMCA of Greater Kansas City Preschool Head Start

Kansas City, MO Kansas City, MO

Preschool
YMCA of Greater Kansas City Preschool Head Start provides a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and supported while learning, growing, making friends and preparing for the world of kindergarten. The curriculum caters to families that value education, going above and beyond traditional child care.
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Life Learning Child Care

7714 Troost Ave. Kansas City, MO

Life Learning child Care is a Christian-centered child care program that focused on early development, life skills, and kindergarten readiness. If you're looking for more than daycare, your search ends here at Life Learning Child Care where learning is fun and educating!
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Pre-k programs in Shawnee, KS 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 Shawnee, KS, 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 Shawnee, KS 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 Shawnee, KS 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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