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Pre-K Schools in University Place, WA are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 24 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...

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Children's Village Montessori

We love Children's Village Montessori! My oldest daughter is finishing up her third year and my youngest just started 6 months ago. They...

- Emily S.

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...

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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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A B C Children's Center

8545 27th St W University Place, WA

1.0(1)
Preschool
Kindergarten
ABC Children's Center located at 8545 27th Street West, University Place, Washington, offers childcare and learning services. The school operates from six-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs,...
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Raggedy Ann & Andy Pre-School

7924 40th St W University Place, WA

Preschool
Child care
Raggedy Ann and Andy Childcare is a daycare center located in University Place, WA. They provide a Montessori based curriculum designed to kindle each child’s natural creativity. They accept children from ages 18 months to 4 years of age. They aim to develop each child emotionally and intellectually.
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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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Children's Village Montessori

401 Brandywine Dupont, WA

5.0(1)
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Children s Village is a progressive, structured Montessori located in historic DuPont, Washington. Our highly trained staff guide preschool through kindergarten students in curriculum including, but not limited to: language arts, math, science, botany, zoology, geography, engineering, practical life, sensorial, music, art,...

Emily S. says "We love Children's Village Montessori! My oldest daughter is finishing up her third year and my youngest just started 6 months ago. They have both...

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All Nations Academy

111 112th Street E Tacoma, WA

Academic
Montessori
Cooperative
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
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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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Burside Pl Preschool And Childcare

12 51 Burnside Pl Dupont, WA

Hi my name is Symone and I run a state licensed in-home preschool and daycare in DuPont WA. I have worked with infants, toddlers, preschooler, kindergarten and school age over eight years and counting now. I have two boys ages two and five years old and I am also a military wife. I enjoy teaching children because it brings...
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Naturally Kidds

6607 19th St NE Tacoma, WA

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
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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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Mini Dreamers

2110 148th St. E Tacoma, WA

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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Community Montessori

1407 S I St Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
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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GGHF Curious by Nature School

7191 Wagner Way Suite 101 Gig Harbor, WA

GGHF Curious by Nature School, is part of the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation (GGHF) a qualified 50I(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization serving the greater Gig Harbor and Key Peninsula community. Our school offers a one-of-a-kind, nature-based early childhood program where children go outside to learn, explore and play...
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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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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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Little Church Child Care Center

6310 Motor Avenue SW Lakewood, WA

Preschool
Child care
Little Church Child Care Center is a licensed child care center that offers programs geared towards preschool and kindergarten children. The company serves the Lakewood, Washington community and is open to kids between the ages of one month to seven years old. Little Church Child Care Center has a maximum capacity of...
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Kreative Kidz Inc.

Lakewood, WA Lakewood, WA

Preschool
Child care
Kreative Kidz Inc. provides expert childcare and pre-school services to the Tacoma, WA area. Serving the community since 1986, they provide exceptional early childhood education and all of the pre-school teachers are CDA certified, so a holistic approach to the child’s development is guaranteed.
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Little Impressions Childcare Center, Llc

9105 Bridgeport Way SW Lakewood, WA

Details regarding the daycare are listed below. Care for ages 2 months - 11 years old. Before/after school care (transportation included). DSHS/Naccrra (active duty). Private Pay. Pre-K program/curriculum. Providing a clean, safe, loving and nurturing environment where children can have their social, emotional, physical,...
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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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Duwana's Love

2105 5th Ave Puyallup, WA

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
We achieve excellence through communicating with children and developing motor skills, as well as preparing them for preschool and kindergarten.
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Midland's Kiddie Korral

1703 East 99th Street Tacoma, WA

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...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in University Place, WA

Pre-k programs in University Place, 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 University Place, 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 University Place, 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 University Place, 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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