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Pre-K Schools in Tacoma, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 40 listed pre-k schools

Imprint Of Love Preschool

My 4 year old has been coming here for over 2 years and my almost 2 year old will be starting soon. They have made us feel like we are part...

- Care member

Mini Dreamers

there aren’t enough words to describe how AMAZING Amber is and the Mini Dreamers program! navigating childcare is such a overwhelming and...

- Care member

Community Montessori

This listing was not created by Community Montessori which serves children starting at 12 months through preschool and into kindergarten as...

- Cathyraye H.

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Cadence Academy Preschool

1908 96TH ST S TACOMA, WA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Cadence Academy Preschool in Tacoma, Washington. We are conveniently located at the corner of 96th Street South and South Hosmer Street in Tacoma, Washington. Cadence Academy in Tacoma has been dedicated to providing the highest quality childcare to local families since 1986. Our school proudly offers a Kindness...
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Imprint Of Love Preschool

2324 177th Street Ct E Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
At Imprint of Love Daycare and Preschool, we're proud to provide a caring and safe environment for your children. By following our mission, vision and values, we create a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming learning environment for all children. My name is Nadea and I started working in childcare about 15 years ago. I've always...

Care Member says "My 4 year old has been coming here for over 2 years and my almost 2 year old will be starting soon. They have made us feel like we are part of the...

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Mini Dreamers

2110 148th St. E Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
Hello, my name is Amber. I provided a fun, educational home away from home care for young children. I've worked in a childcare setting and was a personal nanny as well for 15+ years. Great preschool program, potty training, and kindergarten readiness program. Feel free to contact me for more information. Great reviews and...

Care Member says "there aren’t enough words to describe how AMAZING Amber is and the Mini Dreamers program! navigating childcare is such a overwhelming and difficult...

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All Nations Academy

111 112th Street E Tacoma, WA

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Montessori
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All Nations Academy (ANA) is a new early learning and after-school program opening in the heart of Parkland. Our Summer Day Camp program is OPEN NOW for children entering grades K-5! Our goal is to nourish the hearts and minds of children, rooted in best practices, by providing enriching, meaningful, STEAM-based learning...
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Naturally Kidds

6607 19th St NE Tacoma, WA

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
+ 2 more
Naturally Kidds is a child-led play based part time in home preschool program located in NE Tacoma. We strive on creating developmentally appropriate hands on lessons that is driven from the children's true interest, while also implementing components of GLAD and the Mood Meter to help ensure they are Kindergarten ready. Our...
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Alphabet Pre-School

2305 S Tacoma Way Tacoma, WA

Preschool
Alphabet Preschool and Learning Center grew out of a dream which began nearly 30 years ago. Starting out as a Home Daycare and expanding into a Mini-Center and then finally as a fully licensed Preschool Center has truly been a labor of love. A desire to help mold and encourage young minds has been the driving force behind our...
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Preschool
Child care
Community Montessori located in Tacoma, WA has been in the business for 40 years. They offer programs for toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarten. They provide a clean, safe and age appropriate programs. They aim to help your child develop their social, intellectual and physical being.

Cathyraye H. says "This listing was not created by Community Montessori which serves children starting at 12 months through preschool and into kindergarten as an approved...

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Midland's Kiddie Korral

1703 East 99th Street Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Early childhood education can be taken for granted. Children learn at different rates and deserve the highest quality of care to better their future. Midland s Kiddie Korral, offers a full-day, year round, blended community preschool and Head Start Program. Your child will receive an education while learning in a play based...

Care Member says "We’ve been consistently impressed with our niece’s time at Midland's Kiddie Korral Child Care Center. The teachers provide genuine care and...

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Preschool
Child care
Cascade Christian Frederickson Early Learning Center in Tacoma, WA is a childcare and a center that serves families with children from Preschool to Pre-Kindergarten by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable child care. Their curriculum aims to provide a variety of activities such as Kindergarten Readiness, Arts and Craft,...
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Carlas Place

629 114th St E Tacoma, WA

My mother is a degreed educator and foster care provider. She has an AA in elementary education, and a BA in Liberal Arts with an emphasis in elementary education. She is a mother of four grown, successful children, and a grandmother of a beautiful 11 month old little girl. She took the required classes to foster and has all the...
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Preschool
1. full day nationally accredited preschool program starting at 14 months. 2.15 ECEAP/Head Start slots blended with community program. Full school day and year round model available. 3. Participating Washington State Early Achievers Center 4. Before and After School Age program. Full summer program. Kindergarten through age...
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Our Savior Pre School

4519 112th St E Tacoma, WA

Preschool
Child care
Our Savior Preschool is a child care facility located at 4519 112th St E. Tacoma, WA. Their facility believes that a child's growth and development are their early foundation in life. They offer a Christian curriculum which provides an encouraging atmosphere for children.
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Little Lambs Children's Center

1122 S Woodlawn St Tacoma, WA

Preschool
Child care
Little Lambs Children's Center located at 1122 South Woodlawn Street, Tacoma, Washington, offers basic childcare and learning services. The center is open from six AM to six-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school...
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Wee One's Preschool & Child Care

2918 South 14th Street Tacoma, WA

Welcome to Wee One's Preschool & Child Care. We would like to thank you for taking time to consider Wee One's to meet your child's daily care, development, and education needs. Wee One's is a licensed in-home child care, serving family's child care needs since 2002. We care for children birth - 5 years old, Monday - Friday...
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Jessica's Family Childcare

5816 13th St Ct Ne Tacoma, WA

Large home with Preschool/Playroom with dolls,puzzles,books,stuffed animals,blocks etc along with very large front yard to play in for some summer fun!! Kiddy pool, sprinkler,slide,bikes,cars,Playhouse, outdoor kitchen! I am 23 years old and I have a 4 year old daughter. I have been providing care for almost 5 years now....
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My Friend's House Childcare/Preschool

216 Butte Ave Pacific, WA

5.0(2)
My name is Caren Barnes and I am now accepting children 2-10 years old. My Friend's House Childcare has been licensed for 30 years. The childcare is kept very clean and we wash hands throughout the day. Unlike other childcare where the children are constantly sick, children here rarely ever caught colds or other illnesses. I...

Christie R. says "Our son has been going to My Friend's House for the last 3 years. You can tell Caren cares deeply for everyone under her care and she does a great job...

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Tj's Daycare/Preschool

1935 S 282nd Pl Federal Way, WA

5.0(3)
Here at TJ's Daycare/Preschool we provide a safe, nurturing environment where your child will be able to learn and grow to their full potential. Your child will learn social skills, develop their mind and body and be ready for kindergarten. All meals and snacks are provided, as well as an enriching preschool curriculum at no...

Marla says "Our son has been enrolled at TJ's Daycare/Preschool for over 5 years now, and we love that we can take him to a place other than home...and be at peace...

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More To Explore Before & After School Care & Tutoring

4302 80th Ave W University Place, WA

MORE TO EXPLORE BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM: the support that you and your school-age child both deserve. FEATURING: -Focus on homework help / tutoring. -Large fenced yard and non-smoking household. -Special diets accommodated. -Breakfast and...
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Constructivist Childcare

37616 17th Pl. S. Federal Way, WA

5.0(1)
I have openings, ages 11 months to five years, full time and part time. I have many years of experience with children and a BA in Early Childhood Education. I am DEL licensed and my childcare provides a warm, secure setting where each child can develop to his/her own potential - socially, emotionally, and intellectually....

Amy M. says "We teetered between having a nanny and finding a daycare that would accept part-time care. We are SO glad we found Constructivist Childcare!! Editha has...

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Arletta Montessori

6509 38th Avenue Gig Harbor, WA

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Arletta Montessori is the newest and most affordable Montessori preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten program in Gig Harbor, WA. We offer 2, 3, 4 and 5 day a week programs to meet your needs. All lead teachers hold a minimum of a BA degree and are Montessori certified.Our founder and one of our lead teachers holds current...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Tacoma, WA

Pre-k programs in Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA, 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 Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA 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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