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We have 60 pre-k schools in Upper Darby, PA! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Pre-K Schools in Upper Darby, PA are rated 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

T.I.A. The Journey

Love the staff here they always going above and behind for my kids clean and my kids are truly happy

- Lakeisha F

Little Friends Nursery Day Care

My 10 month old son has been in the infant room at Little Friends for about 8 months now, and we couldn't be happier. Nancy, the director,...

- Maggie M.

IVEY LEAP DAYCARE LLC

They are a very awesome daycare. We really appreciate their business and the services they provide.

- Carrie R.

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T.I.A. The Journey

6908 Market Street Upper Darby, PA

4.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
A trusted child care and learning center in Upper Darby, TIA The Journey caters to the holistic growth of the child. We believe that children need love and nurture to grow into successful adults, and students experience that with us. Our mission is to provide a safe and educational environment for our children to be...

Lakeisha F says "Love the staff here they always going above and behind for my kids clean and my kids are truly happy"

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Candice Jonson Fcch

209 Glendale Rd. Upper Darby, PA

Instead of dropping your kids off at a sitter, give them the full daycare experience with the attention they need. In home daycare provides more one on one attention and can be tailored to your child's needs. I am licensed by the state, BA in Elementary Education, k-8 and daycare experience. I also have all of my required...
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Academic
Special needs
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
We currently offer a full day licensed Kindergarten Program and meals are available.

Maggie M. says "My 10 month old son has been in the infant room at Little Friends for about 8 months now, and we couldn't be happier. Nancy, the director, is amazing and...

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Little Bible Buddies Childcare Center, Inc.

500 Midvale Rd Upper Darby, PA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Special needs
Preschool
Child care
We are a ministry serving God and servicing community. It is our mission to be the aroma of Christ to God with our lives. We believe that if you "train up a child in the way he should go, when he is old, he will not depart from it." We provide excellent, enriching educational experiences to all of the children in our...
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Lovlee Day Academy

137 South Keystone Ave Upper Darby, PA

Lovlee Day Academy is a State Licensed Christian based in home daycare. $75 Non-refundable Registration Fee (Annual Fee). Full & Part-Time Space is Available. $50/day. LDA is a great program that will allow your child to get used to going to preschool in a warm and stimulating home environment. LDA is also a...
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IVEY LEAP DAYCARE LLC

2045 N 2ND ST PHILADELPHIA, PA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Montessori
Child care
At the Ivey Leap Day Care, we deliver an exceptionally safe innovative unique approach to learning that promotes the competence of emotional, social, cognitive and physical development through play and self expression for our children and families here in the Fishtown Community. We will offer a variety of programs, nutritional...

Carrie R. says "They are a very awesome daycare. We really appreciate their business and the services they provide. "

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SPOILT ROTTEN KIDDIES ACADEMY

619 FULTON ST CHESTER, PA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Child care
Our brand new Center offers exceptional, high quality child care services. Our teacher has a Master’s Degree and a background working with families and children with special needs, including autism. Our center is located 1 block away from Chester Upland School of the Arts and is close to Chester Transportation Center. Your child...

Care Member says "My daughter is new to this facility and hands down, the best!! I was nervous to send my child to daycare because she is under 1years old but the staff...

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Discovering Minds Early Learning Center

42 S. 51st Street Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Discovering Minds Early Learning Center is a licensed childcare facility that offers a smaller setting to ensure we meet the needs of every child and provide a nurturing, safe, & stimulating experience. We service children 8 weeks - 12years. Meals are provided. We offer a theater arts for our Pre-k and After-school...

Lashanta T. says "The owners have been in the education/ childcare business for over 40 years. They taught my daughter and now they teach my grandchildren. They know how...

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Kiddie Klubhouse LLC

4721 N 5th Street Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
A creative, licensed daycare center that provides a safe and happy learning environment for each child that will stimulate their physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth at their own pace. Subsidy and Private Pay Accepted, Full-Time and Part-time Availability, State License, Pediatric CPR and First Aid...

Ashley O. says "As a first time Mom I was very apprehensive about leaving my little one with just anyone. Walking into Kiddie Klubhouse and speaking with their director...

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Memorable Moments Youth Development Program - 56th Street

311 S 56TH ST PHILADELPHIA, PA

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Memorable Moments is a nonprofit early learning center with the highest ranking in quality from Keystone Star as a Star 4 facility. We provide an inclusive and respectful environment where children are accepted and encouraged to learn new skills, use their imagination, explore their creativity, and develop a passion for...
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Memorable Moments Youth Development Program - 60th Street

1555 N 60TH ST PHILADELPHIA, PA

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Memorable Moments is a nonprofit early learning center with the highest ranking in quality from Keystone Star as a Star 4 facility. We provide an inclusive and respectful environment where children are accepted and encouraged to learn new skills, use their imagination, explore their creativity, and develop a passion for...
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Chesterbrook Academy (Drexel)

3201 RACE ST STE B STE B PHILADELPHIA, PA

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...
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Memorable Moments Youth Development Program - Ogontz Avenue

7604 OGONTZ AVE PHILADELPHIA, PA

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Memorable Moments is a nonprofit early learning center with the highest ranking in quality from Keystone Star as a Star 4 facility. We provide an inclusive and respectful environment where children are accepted and encouraged to learn new skills, use their imagination, explore their creativity, and develop a passion for...
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KEEP of Manoa Community Church

153 N. Eagle Rd. Havertown, PA

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
KEEP is an affordable, academic, safe and nurturing, quality education center. We offer full/half day Pre-K and Kindergarten as well as Before and After Care. We also provide care in the summer.
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PAST YOUR BEDTIME CHILDCARE CENTER LLC

2009 N 63RD ST # 11 PHILADELPHIA, PA

State license verified

starting at
$1160/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Past Your Bedtime Childcare Center is a comprehensive childcare and learning center. We provide high quality early childhood education and have been serving families for over 24 years. We partner with the city and state to provide Pre K services to our children ages 3-5. We have degreed, experienced teaching staff who have been...
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Chesterbrook Academy (Fairmount)

1363 RIDGE AVE PHILADELPHIA, PA

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...
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MELC Families First Center

3939 Warren St. Philadelphia, PA

State license verified

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Families First Center in West Philadelphia provides high quality education and care for infants, toddlers, preschool, and pre-kindergarten children. As a Keystone STAR 4 (out of a possible 4) center, we are dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of learning, implementing current best practices and consistent, nurturing care...
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Bala Cynwyd School for Young Children

11 SAINT ASAPHS RD BALA CYNWYD, PA

State license verified

Day Care
Child 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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Kids' Clubhouse of the Main Line

150 N. Radnor Chester Road Suite F130 Wayne, PA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Kids' Clubhouse of the Main Line is a licensed Early Learning Center that offers a 2 year old, Preschool, and Pre-K program for ages 2-5. We have full-time options as well as personalized part-time options where you choose the schedule. Our degreed teachers are caring and qualified and our new modern center is clean and...
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Chesterbrook Academy (Washington Square)

510 WALNUT ST PHILADELPHIA, PA

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Upper Darby, PA

Pre-k programs in Upper Darby, PA 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 Upper Darby, PA, 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 Upper Darby, PA 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 Upper Darby, PA 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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