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Pre-K Schools in Thornton, CO are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 45 listed pre-k schools

7249 - La Petite Academy of Thornton

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

A NEW GENERATION CHILDCARE PRESCHOOL

The teachers are phenomenal in the way they interact with the children. The director is really great at letting the parents know when...

- Samantha A.

Nurtured Journey Preschool, Inc.

My daughter has been attending this daycare for about a year and a half, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very...

- Care member

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7249 - La Petite Academy of Thornton's Photo

7249 - La Petite Academy of Thornton

3900 E 124TH AVE THORNTON, CO

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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A NEW GENERATION CHILDCARE PRESCHOOL

525 RUSSELL BLVD THORNTON, CO

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
+ 2 more
We offer childcare for toddlers, Pre-school, UPK and before and after school care. Our main focus is on the whole child and meeting there own individual needs, where they can grow and develop physically, mentally, emotionally and socially.

Samantha A. says "The teachers are phenomenal in the way they interact with the children. The director is really great at letting the parents know when something is due...

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Nurtured Journey Preschool, Inc.

3142 E. 96th Place Thornton, CO

3.0(4)

State license verified

Are you looking for a personalized Head Start program in place with low teacher to child ratios? Same teachers always? You've found the right preschool! FUN and educational accredited curriculum. Curriculum rated 17 out of 17 scores!! COLORADO SHINES RATED and in partnership with Early Head Start and Universal P-K (UPK)! CCAP or...

Care Member says "My daughter has been attending this daycare for about a year and a half, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very beginning, mrs. B...

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Moms House Learning Center

2650 E 120th Ave Thornton, CO

State license verified

Mom's House Learning Center Address: 2650 E 120th Ave, Thornton, CO 80233 Phone: (720) 800-7259 Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM Ages: 2 months - 5 years Website: www.momshouselearningcenter.com About Us Mom's House Learning Center is a family-oriented Christian childcare center that provides a safe, loving, and...
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Angles Child Care

5270 E. 127th Drive Thornton, CO

Openings are available at Angles Child Care for 1 Infant under 1 year, 1 infant over 1 year and 3 children 2 years - 3 years old. 2020 price is $250 per week. Angles Child Care is an in home child care home dedicated to the development of happy, healthy, well adjusted children. We have operated at this site since November...
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Staci's Home Away From Home

12250 Locust St Thornton, CO

Hello, I am a stay at home mother with many years of experience in childcare. I have one part time/and or full time opening. 2-5 days a week, Monday through Friday, 8 weeks and older. I would also take on a before and after school age child that attends the same elementary school as my children. (2 kids if one family has 2...
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A Happy Hollow Preschool and Childcare

13479 Clayton St. Thornton, CO

5.0(3)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Child care
A Happy Hollow Preschool and Childcare brings your child over 8 years of licensed preschool and childcare experience. We are committed to providing the highest quality preschool and childcare. Our low ratio will give your child the one on one attention necessary for quality learning. We offer a nationally accredited preschool...

Doris W says "I took over the Reunion location that Dorie started in 2005 as Miss Dorie's Munchkins. I operate my facility as Daycare with Doris and adapted her policies...

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Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The Tiny Toddle In Daycare in Thornton, Colorado offers preschool and daycare services for infants to pre-K children and a before- and after-school care program for school-aged children. They provide a safe environment where the children can grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. The Tiny Toddle In Daycare is...
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Sunshine Kids Academy

136 Colorado BLVD Thornton, CO

We offer a Friday Social Development Class from 9am - 11am. This class is geared for Toddlers that will be self guiding the class so they can learn how to interact and play with others. Toddler Social Development fosters and supports the physical, emotional, social and cognitive development of each child. Through fun activities...
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Primrose School of Thornton

12899 Grant Drive Thornton, CO

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
We offer childcare, preschool, private Kindergarten through Before and After School. Call today to schedule a tour.
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Beth's Child Care

13420 Williams Street Thornton, CO

Welcome to Beth's Child Care, a home care dedicated to the development of happy, healthy, well adjusted children. We have operated at this site since March 1996. Our Home includes Educational Activities, Language development, Art, and Kindergarten readiness all done in an atmosphere of fun and play. We incorporate music,...
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Leila R

123654 Fairfax St. Thornton, CO

I am a licensed in home childcare provider for over seven years, I am dedicated to the development of happy, healthy, well-adjusted children. Our home includes: activities, art, language development and kindergarten readiness activities. We incorporate music, cooking, games for indoor and out and much more to enrich our program...
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Hope Montessori Academy

12121 Pennsylvania St. Thornton, CO

Hope Montessori Academy provides an environment where children ages six weeks through twelve years are cared for, nurtured, and educated by certified Montessori teachers and early childhood specialists. We provide infant and toddler programs, two year old programs, preschool, kindergarten and before and after school care. We...
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Judy's Daycare

3487 E 112th Pl Thornton, CO

I am a licensed Daycare provider. I have openings for ages Infant to 5 Years old. I have done daycare for 17 years. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I get children ready to go into kindergarten with flashcards, workbooks, ABC Mouse, and other learning tools. I am on the food program and provide nutritional breakfast, lunch, and...
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7242 - La Petite Academy of Broomfield

13009 WESTLAKE DR BROOMFIELD, CO

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7250 - La Petite Academy of Westminster

11180 EATON ST WESTMINSTER, CO

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Creative Preschool & Family Childcare Home Llc

710 W 1st Avenue Broomfield, CO

5.0(6)

State license verified

Broomfield Immediate Openings Licensed Family Childcare Home 2 Full-Time Opening for child 1 - 4 years Receive 5% discount by signing up to pay monthly. Pay for the upcoming month on the last Friday morning of each month. Provided are: 1. Meals that meet USDA standards for children, am snack lunch and pm snack 2....

Jessica T. says "Judy took care of our son after we found her through another family. She took great care of him and provided support and guidance to our family. I...

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ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL

1400 SKEEL ST BRIGHTON, CO

5.0(6)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
Zion Lutheran School in Brighton, Colorado has been providing top-rated Christian, academic education since 1899. Our commitment to a Christ-centered and high-quality education has given us an honored spot among Colorado’s top private schools. Your student must be at least 3 years old to attend our preschool. We are now...

Candace X. says "I love that they have small class sizes and it feels very family oriented. My kids enjoy it."

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Katydid Kidd's Preschool & Childcare LLC

1124 E 12th Court Broomfield, CO

5.0(1)
I provide a year-round preschool program, in addition to full day childcare for children ages 2 1/2-kindergarten. I have 15 years experience working with children. I have provided childcare, volunteered in my children's school, and I worked for a local police department as a crossing guard for a school district. I worked with a...

Tonya O says "Sheila is a very caring, conscientious and honest person. She's very diligent in keeping a good routine and teaching my son something new every time he's...

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Growing Hearts and Minds

8851 FIELD ST WESTMINSTER, CO

4.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2054/mo
Academic
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
Growing Hearts and Minds is a local childcare center where fun and learning bloom together. From our tiniest learners starting at just 6 weeks old, to our oldest children preparing for kindergarten, we are here every step of the way. Our mission is to nurture curiosity, build strong foundations, and pave the groundwork for...

Care Member says "We have 2 kids enrolled here and have for a few years now, we love this place. It has gone through some transition with owners and directors over the...

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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Thornton, CO

Pre-k programs in Thornton, CO 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 Thornton, CO, 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 Thornton, CO 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 Thornton, CO 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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