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Find Trusted Pre-K Schools Near Me in Tucson, AZ

We have 31 pre-k schools in Tucson, AZ! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Wright Brothers Christian Childcare

8251 N THORNYDALE RD TUCSON, AZ

5.0(3)

11 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Welcome to our childcare center, where we provide nurturing care and education for infants through pre-kindergarten-aged children. Our facility is open from 7 AM to 6 PM, offering convenience for working families. We pride ourselves on creating a warm and safe environment where children can learn and grow. At our center, we understand the importance of a balanced diet for young children. That's why we provide nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily, ensuring that your child receives the fuel they need to thrive throughout the day. We believe in individualized attention and quality interaction, which is why we maintain small class sizes. This allows our dedicated teachers to focus on each child's unique needs and developmental milestones, fostering a strong foundation for future learning. Whether it's through engaging activities, creative play, or structured learning experiences, we are committed to promoting your child's social, emotional, cognitive, spiritual and physical development. Our program is designed to inspire curiosity, build confidence, and prepare children for the next stages of their educational journey. Join us at Wright Brothers Christian Childcare where every day is filled with discovery, laughter, and meaningful growth!

Care Member says "The director and her staff are the best! They provide excellent care for my children but more than that, everyone at Wright Brothers truly cares about...

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LA MARIPOSA PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN PREP

732 W ROGER RD TUCSON, AZ

5.0(7)

4 mi

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Preschool
La Mariposa’s mission is to prepare each child to succeed in kindergarten both socially and academically, to provide a curriculum which enables each child to develop new skills at their own ability levels, and to provide a safe, healthy environment for children ages 3-5 years of age.

Audrey C. says "The staff are great and very happy and helpful! They care very much about the children, and it shows every day. It is overall a very great environment."

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LITTLE LIONS PRESCHOOL

3901 W LINDA VISTA BLVD TUCSON, AZ

5.0(3)

12 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
Preschool
Little Lions Preschool offers a supportive classroom that allows for children to expand their learning and development. It is our desire to offer children a safe and loving environment that inspires natural curiosity while fostering physical, intellectual, emotional and social development. We strive to provide nurturing relationships and positive early learning experiences. We value an emphasis on learning through open ended play in order to create memories and “aha” of discovery. The program's balance between teacher-structured and student-choice activities is comfortable and realistic for the young child. Little Lions Preschool is a high school laboratory preschool serving the needs of young children ages 3 -5 year olds , as well as the high school students enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program. The Pima County JTED offers this program as part of Arizona Career and Technical Education. As a component of our program, the high school students observe, plan, and work with the children under the direction of our professional staff. Quality First Little Lions Preschool has achieved a five star rating from Quality First. Quality First, a signature program of First Things First, partners with regulated child care and preschool providers to improve the quality of early learning across Arizona. Research has shown that children with access to high-quality early learning programs are better prepared for kindergarten, do better in school, and are more likely to graduate and go on to college. Quality First participating providers work with a coach to assess their programs and implement quality improvement plans in areas that research shows help young kids thrive.

Lindsay J. says "I would definitely give Little Lions a 5 rating! This has been my daughter’s first school experience and as a teacher I was very particular about where...

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Small Marvels

1403 E Broadway Blvd. Tucson, AZ

5.0(5)

2 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Montessori
Cooperative
Preschool
NOW ACCEPTING DES! While small marvels began as a vision of the ideal preschool, it is now the go-to destination to find highly-qualified early-childhood specialists, an arts integrated curriculum, free and purposeful indoor and outdoor play utilizing state-of-the-art toys, books and learning tools in thoughtfully designed creative and constructive play and STEM oriented learning centers. Fresh, healthy meals are prepared daily by certified food handlers in our commercial kitchen. We are a newly renovated and licensed preschool conveniently located across from Miles K-8 Exploratory Learning Center, a block from Mansfield Middle School and The U of A, and blocks from Downtown on the historic stretch of Broadway and Highland between Campbell and Euclid. Small Marvels is able to accommodate (39) 2-5 year olds for school day, before and after care and private art and music lessons. These additional programs are available to children as old as 12. Children experience music and song throughout the day, along with painting, drawing, ceramics, creative play and movement activities. Come see for yourself the enrichment opportunities provided by the small marvels team and join us in strengthening our community one small marvel at a time!

Christine C. says "Wonderful time at Small Marvels! My son enjoys going here, and I enjoy knowing he will be watched by such caring people. If you're looking for a caring...

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Green Fields Preschool

6000 N S CAMINO DE LA TIERRA TUCSON, AZ

8 mi

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Green Fields Preschool in Flowing Wells and Oro Valley is now open! Are you interested in a rich education at reasonable rates? Our program provides a kindergarten like accelerated curriculum for children 2-5. Our curriculum is integrated with foreign language, the arts, physical activity, dance, and gardening! Our program is for ALL children because every child starts at their level and moves at their pace. Green Fields Preschool is on the Green Fields K-12 Private School campus. You will have the opportunity to see what a private school education has to offer your child. We have DES, full, and part time schedules. If you are interested in a rich program at a reasonable cost please call and set up a tour!
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TUCSON COMMUNITY SCHOOL, INC

2109 E HEDRICK DR TUCSON, AZ

4 mi

Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Preschool
Tucson Community School is a centrally located, preschool and kindergarten in Tucson, Arizona. Since our establishment in 1948, our focus has always been on a child centric development curriculum that emphasizes growth through safe, independent exploration using only positive encouragement. Large preschool and kindergarten classrooms and spacious outdoor play areas make the possibilities for creativity endless. Inside, children find areas dedicated to important activities such as block building, painting, nature, reading, music and housekeeping. Each class has its own outside choices include bike riding, climbing, large-block building, gardening area, and wood-working. Throughout, TCS provides a wide supply of quality, safe materials kept clean for play and discovery that allows children to learn at their own pace. ​ All activities take place on a closed campus so staff, children, and parents can feel secure. Each classroom has its own bathroom for the child’s convenience and to promote independence in bathroom routines. ​ Our preschool and kindergarten playgrounds have evolved over 68 years of children and families playing and building their dreams of independence, resilience, and successful risk-taking. Our mission is to provide a creative learning experience emphasizing outdoor play and family participation in a safe environment which respects each child’s uniqueness and individual learning style. ​ The goal of our school’s philosophy and its preschool through kindergarten program is to lay the foundation for a child’s inner strength and resilience, which are necessary to meet the stresses and strains of today’s world. We believe it is the right of every child to be treated as an individual, to learn to share in group responsibility, to satisfy a widening curiosity, and to adapt himself/herself happily according to his/her innate ability and level of emotional maturity. ​ With this mission and goal, we must provide a playground which builds and tests strength, which allows for differing abilities, and develops resilience through challenges and problem solving. Our playground allows the opportunity for children to design their play through open-ended equipment. There are quiet places and group areas. Places to test the individual in a peer group, to actively play with a few friends, or quietly commune with nature. Our professional staff interacts and supervises children as they actively engage the playground. As a parent cooperative we have trained parents on site every day assisting children in meeting their self-selected challenges, reinforcing the rules, and promoting safety and respect. The TCS playground is rich in unique, real experiences which are not sanitized by commercial equipment. At TCS children can create, discover, and assess their own play.
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Mis Manos Montessori School

100 W Magee Rd Tucson, AZ

8 mi

Nurturing and inspiring lifelong learners. We offer Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten classes for children ages 1 1/2 to 6 years old. Classes meet Monday to Friday and are under the direction of Certified Montessori teachers.
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Sweet P's Pre-K

2562 N COUNTRY CLUB RD TUCSON, AZ

4 mi

Sweet P's Pre-K is accepting registration for children 1-5 years at its new location on Grant and Country Club at discounted rates! Our campus is tree shaded and boasts large indoor spaces. We have DES as well as full and part time schedules. We offer a gifted level curriculum for ALL children. Every child will learn at their own pace. At Sweet P’s you’ll only pack a lunch and get everything else at NO EXTRA CHARGE! We provide water bottles, bedding, diapers, wipes, daily photos, art projects, and snacks. You’re child will also be taught visual arts and dance by experts. Our staff is highly qualified! The owner comes with 33 years of K-8 educational experience and owned a 4 star Quality First program. Sweet P’s Directors have decades of experience in childcare centers. If you are looking for a rich program at a reasonable cost please call and set up a tour with us today! For more information visit our facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Sweetpsdaycare
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Community Extension Programs Coronado ELC

3401 E. Wilds Rd. Rm. 400 Tucson, AZ

19 mi

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Academic
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Welcome to Community Extension Programs newest Early Learning Center at Coronado. We are located directly on the Cornado K-8 campus in Room 400. Our program offers environments for 3-5 year old children where lasting relationships are strengthened and encouraged. We provide the opportunity for children to explore and discover their interests, while encouraging them to build on all possibilities for independent learning through the Emergent Curriculum. A typical day at our Early Learning Center will incorporate social-emotional, language and literacy, math and science history, health and safety and creative expression. Our daily program reflects our belief that children's interests are at the heart of a meaningful, relevant, challenging and fun curriculum. We utilize the Arizona Department of Education Early Learning Standards as a framework around which we create an educational journey that fully prepares students to be successful in kindergarten. Teachers and parents work together to provide a variety of opportunities to support the exploration, discovery and learning experience for every child. We believe that every child is competent and capable with rich potential. It is critical to the success of each child that we build strong and authentic relationships with every child and family.
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Laura K

6955 S. Blueeyes Dr Tucson, AZ

9 mi

I have 2 daughters of my own, ages 4 and 2 1/2. I have a Bachelors degree in music education and have been active with children my whole life. I enjoy caring for and spending time with children and since becoming a stay-at-home mom, would love to be able help out other families with childcare needs. I have handled children from birth to post high school and enjoy all ages. I enjoy spending time outdoors and with friends and family. Looking to watch children in my own home!
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Tiny Gardens

10978 N DOUBLE EAGLE CT Tucson, AZ

5.0(2)

13 mi

My name is Andrea and I know every child is an individual and every family is unique. Sometimes those cookie cutter daycare centers just cannot offer what you and your little one need. That's where I come into the picture. I can provide your family with exceptional, individualized attention. I have been in child care professionally since 2000, am a mother of two, and I know kids! We play hard here. We get creative in an enchanting play area that spurs imaginative fun for all ages. Sometimes, we even bake up a little science. A child's work is play and I take it very seriously. My goal is to interject a sense of wonder through age appropriate activities that will stay with them, and ensure we have a blast doing it. I have impeccable, local references dating back over 13 years. Come visit, see how we play and grow at Tiny Gardens. Care available for infants to school age. On the Wilson K-8 school bus route in northwest Tucson. There are 2 immediate openings with our group. Part time care is available. Flexible hours for your work day!

Melanie C says "Andrea has cared for my 3-year old son for over a year now and my only regret is that we didn't find her sooner! I had my son enrolled at Children's...

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St. Mark's Early Childhood Center

1431 W Magee Rd Tucson, AZ

5.0(1)

8 mi

Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
St. Mark's Early Childhood Center located in Tucson, AZ is a state-licensed childcare facility that serves children ages one to five years old. The center offers age-appropriate childcare, preschool, and Kindergarten programs including Summer camps focusing on children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth.

Melissa S. says "Great school! Very attentive to my daughter and her needs. She enjoys going daily and has learned so much."

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St. Paul's United Methodist Preschool

8051 E Broadway Blvd Tucson, AZ

5.0(1)

10 mi

Preschool
St. Paul’s United Methodist Preschool is a traditional non-profit preschool of the St. Paul’s United Methodist Church located at 8051 E Broadway Boulevard, Tucson, Arizona. The school accepts children ages three to five years old, providing them with a warm, nurturing environment where they can comfortably explore, discover and learn. The school provides daily activities with a balance of structured learning and free play in preparing them for kindergarten.

Keri C says "I cannot say enough good things about St. Paul's Preschool conveniently located for us on the east side of Tucson and also Davis-Monthan! This Preschool...

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Catalina Hills Preschool And Kindergarten

4440 N CAMPBELL AVE TUCSON, AZ

5 mi

Catalina Hills provides the community with a loving, positive, and engaging environment to encourage young children's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. Our quality whole child learning experience encourages children to grow, explore, experience, and learn. Our low child-to-teacher ratios and small class sizes will provide the teachers quality time with each student. Catalina Hills will provide a strong foundation for future academic success for each child attending.
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La Petite Academy Child Care-Midvale Rd

6570 S Midvale Rd Tucson, AZ

7 mi

Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
La Petite Academy-Midvale Road offers child care and learning programs that aim to build a solid foundation for pre-kindergarten children. Located in Tucson, Arizona, La Petite Academy provides a wide range of early care and education services focused on total child development. The company also offers before and after-school enrichment programs geared towards school-age children.
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Kids World Pre-School & Kindergarten

321 E Yavapai Rd Tucson, AZ

4 mi

Child care
Preschool
Kids World Preschool & Kindergarten is an early childhood center that offers day care services and early learning programs for young kids. The company serves the Tucson, Arizona community and is open to preschoolers and kindergarten children. Kids World operates five days a week, Mondays through Fridays from five thirty in the morning until six in the evening.
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Mommy's Morning Out Preschool

North Ranch Tucson, AZ

17 mi

I have a unique program in my home! I taught K for 9 years and I am now a stay at home mom. I offer child care Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. for children between 3-5 years-old. Your child can come for 1-3 days per week. I offer a preschool program with art, music, reading and math activities. I currently have a few openings and would love for your child to be a part of our preschool! Please visit my website for a more detailed look at my program - www.mommysmorningout.com.
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Tanque Verde Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten

8625 E Tanque Verde Rd Tucson, AZ

14 mi

Child care
Preschool
Tanque Verde Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten is a fully certified, high-quality Christian preschool and kindergarten based in Tucson, AZ that serves children ages two to five years old. The school offers a learning environment containing hands-on experiences for children in the areas of Music, Art, Literature, Letter and Number Readiness, and more.
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VICTORIOUS PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN

2561 W Ruthrauff Rd Tucson, AZ

4 mi

Kindergarten
Preschool
VICTORIOUS PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN in Tucson, AZ aspires to the presence of the Holy Spirit's dynamic power while reflecting Jesus in their life. They believe that all people matter to God and provide healthy relationships. This child care organization intentionally embraces an effective change in reaching future generations while valuing continued influence and growth.
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The Strauss ECE and Kindergarten

225 N Country Club Rd Tucson, AZ

3 mi

Child care
The Strauss ECE and Kindergarten in Tucson, Arizona, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from six weeks to five years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole child and his/her physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth.
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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents in Tucson, AZ

Pre-K Schools in Tucson, AZ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 31 listed pre-k schools

Wright Brothers Christian Childcare

The director and her staff are the best! They provide excellent care for my children but more than that, everyone at Wright Brothers truly...

- Care member

LA MARIPOSA PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN PREP

The staff are great and very happy and helpful! They care very much about the children, and it shows every day. It is overall a very great...

- Audrey C.

LITTLE LIONS PRESCHOOL

I would definitely give Little Lions a 5 rating! This has been my daughter’s first school experience and as a teacher I was very particular...

- Lindsay J.

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Tucson, AZ

Pre-k programs in Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ, 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 Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ 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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