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Find Trusted Pre-K Schools Near Me in Utica, MI

We have 20 pre-k schools in Utica, MI! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Shining Star Pre-school, LLC

13355 22 Mile Rd Utica, MI

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Our Preschool Program is open for children ages 2.5 through 5 years old. We offer full time classes; Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm. Part time classes are available but space is limited based on enrollment. Before and after school care is available. Our school has 3 colorful classrooms, an indoor gross motor room, and a completely fenced in backyard. We will be planting a vegetable garden this year with the help of our students. We use the HighScope Curriculum in our classrooms. This is play-based, child-centered, learning through interactions. Our school has multi-aged classrooms. We believe students learn from each other, not just our well trained staff. Shining Star Pre-School can be found on Great Start to Quality's website, and we accept CDC Payments.
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Lightbridge Academy is The Solution for Working Families®. We offer exceptional year-round educational child care to infants to Pre-K aged children with additional programs for before/after care, summer camp, and back-up care. Lightbridge Academy goes beyond traditional child care—providing a nurturing learning environment supported by our core values and innovative tools. As Innovators in Educational Child Care®, Lightbridge Academy takes a forward-thinking approach to creating value for all those we serve in our Circle of Care. Our proprietary Seedlings® Early Childhood Curriculum meets accreditation standards and takes a ‘whole child’ approach, nurturing academic, social, and emotional development in a multitude of ways. Our goal is to cultivate happy, well-rounded children who are ready to succeed in school and life. Through the Lightbridge Promise, our commitment also extends well beyond early education to set the gold standard in child care for cleanliness, health, and safety, and use state-of-the-art technology like facial recognition entry and advanced air purification and filtration systems. With flexible programs, extended hours, and cutting-edge communication technology, we provide families with peace of mind, keeping them connected through our ParentView® internet monitoring system and informed through the Lightbridge Journey app with real-time updates, photos, and videos of their child’s day.
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Brandimarte Home

1580 Docile Rochester Hills, MI

8 mi

I am a stay at home mom. I have twin 5 year old girls (going to full day K in the fall) and a 3 year old boy. We are very active, crafty (daily), love music and all the arts. We eat healthy and I'd prepare meals to take with you. We belong to Twin Lakes Swim/Tennis/Golf Club. We still have rest/nap time and have plenty of room. I have a great backyard and basement for safe play. I love children and mine play very well with others!
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Sonshine Academy

3300 S Livernois Rd Rochester, MI

7 mi

Sonshine Academy A Ministry of Rochester Hills Baptist Church &amp; Christian School *Providing Christian childcare since 1975 *Licensed by the state of Michigan *Loving, caring staff, who has a true concern for each child *Clean, modern facility *Programs available for children ages 6 weeks up to age 4 *Curriculum based K2 and K3 programs Our purpose and objective is to train children in the knowledge of God and the Christian way of life and to provide excellent care and education. Our program meets the child's intellectual, physical, emotional, spiritual and behavioral needs and teaches him/her the necessary skills that will help him/her to be successful in school. Each teacher realizes her responsibility to teach the children in a Christian way and has a true concern for each child. Prices listed, are for full time students. Part time and K3 half day prices will vary. Contact our center for details. Two snacks are included in the daily price. One snack is included in the half day price.
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Brookfield Academy Rochester Hills Campus

1263 S. Adams Road Rochester Hills, MI

10 mi

Brookfield Academy Rochester Hills Campus located in Rochester Hills, MI is a school that provide a safe, interactive, nurturing and fun environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center has a comprehensive program from Infants, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-Primary, Elementary School, Before and After School Care, Enrichments, Extracurricular Activities, and Summer Camp.
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Kiddie Academy of Rochester Hills

2600 S Livernois Rd Rochester, MI

7 mi

Kiddie Academy of Rochester Hills, located in Rochester, Michigan, is a daycare facility that offers full-day learning programs for infants up to school-age children. The company provides the following services: infant and toddler care, pre-kindergarten educational programs, and supplemental programs for school-age kids.
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Childtime-Troy

150 E Long Lake Rd Troy, MI

8 mi

Childtime located in Troy, MI has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age-appropriate contexts from Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool, Pre-K/K Prep, Before and After School and Summer Camp. They are open on weekdays from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm.
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Childtime-Macob

16500 24 Mile Rd Macomb, MI

5 mi

Childtime located in Macob, MI is accredited by National Early Childhood Program Accreditation and has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age-appropriate contexts from Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool, Preschool, Pre-K/K Prep, Before and After School and Summer Camp. The educational child care programs in our School Readiness Pathway were designed to offer a comprehensive path to prepare your child for elementary school.
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Utica Community Schools Early Childhood Programs

38901 Dodge Park Road Sterling Heights, MI

8 mi

Nursery &amp; Preschool Three and four year old children are welcomed into inviting classrooms by experienced, caring teachers. The classroom environment provides learning opportunities throughout the day. Children interact with each other and teachers during free choice, small and large group activities. Literacy and math skills are introduced and practiced in all activity areas including art, music, housekeeping, story time and block play. Teachers use the Creative Curriculum and Michigan Department of Education Standards to guide their observations, assessments and planning. Montessori Preschool &amp; Kindergarten Maria Montessori s timeless philosophy guides children s learning in a nurturing environment. Children learn by manipulating materials, which develop meaningful practical skills and academic knowledge. Creativity, respect, reasonable behavior, self-discipline, and self-motivation are encouraged. Classes are multi-age. It is important to note that participation in this program does not guarantee future placement at Messmore Elementary School. Full Day Preschool Full Day Preschool is available (ages three to five years old) at three locations in the school district. Teachers plan activities and prepare an environment designed to gradually prepare young children for the more formal school years ahead. Our Full Day Preschool staff works closely with parents and their child to establish and maintain cooperative relationships. Prior to enrollment, visits are required in order to help the staffs and families get to know each other. While children attend, ongoing communication with parents continues. Teachers are qualified according to the State of Michigan standards. The Creative Curriculum is followed at all locations. Great Start Readiness Program The GSRP is Michigan s state-funded preschool program for children with factors which may place them at risk of educational failure. The program is administered by the Michigan Department of Education, Office of Great Start. Research on preschool programs and specific research on GSRP indicates that children provided with a high-quality preschool experience show significant positive developmental differences when compared to children from the same backgrounds who did not attend a high-quality preschool program. Parent &amp; Toddler Classes Come Play With Me is a parent and toddler program that meets once a week. The class offers opportunities for child and parent to learn and grow together.
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The Children's Garden

58450 Cathey Washington, MI

5 mi

At the Children's Garden Daycare the primary goal is to make each child feel safe, loved &amp; happy. The program runs year round. Our days are filled with fun, creative &amp; learning activities which includes a a preschool program daily (Sept.-May), kindergarten readiness skills are taught to 4/5 yr olds, &amp; a Summer Club House program (June-Sept.). The children learn social &amp; self help skills, which promotes good self esteem, &amp; experience positive interaction with other children. Working with Children is extremely rewarding &amp; exciting to me. Having a small group of children allows me to give extra comfort &amp; attention to any child who may need it. I give reliable care &amp; have been licensed by the State of Michigan for 23 yrs. I have excellent references.
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Elaine's Daycare

39606 Sunderland Clinton Township, MI

6 mi

Hi my name is Elaine. I have three children all going to school this fall. I opened my daycare in the summer of 2011. I have 10 years of experience as a medical assistant in pediatrics. I am licensed through the state of Michigan and currently have a few openings due to children going to kindergarten. My daycare loves to have fun and learn at the same time! I hope you will make me a part of your family! Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 6am until 6pm My prices are as follows: Full time = $35 a day Part time = $40 a day I do offer a10% discount for Full Time families I am certified in CPR and First Aid I love working with children and look forward to meeting you!
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Laurie's Home Daycare

35671 Saxony Drive Sterling Heights, MI

8 mi

Hello, my name is Laurie and I have been running my home daycare for 16 years now. I love my job, working, playing and teaching little ones makes me feel very happy at the end of each day. I have stayed with my families from birth to Kindergarten. It is always bittersweet when they leave our home for school. But I also feel very proud to send them off ready to take on their next adventure! I am licensed with the state, Certified in CPR, First Aid and I do many hours of ongoing education in early childhood development each year. I have two teenage kids (16 years old &amp; 18 years old) and they are also a big part of our day. (Truth be told, the kids squeal with excitement when my kids walk in after school each day!!) Call to see if my home is right for your child!
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La Casita Day Care Learning Center

24 Mile And Schoenherr Shelby Township, MI

< 1 mi

La Casita Day Care Learning Center services children between the ages of 2 1/2 and 6 years old. The director, Mary Araujo-Pedroza, has spent 20 years in the public schools teaching in the early childhood as a reading specialist. She is a trained Reading Recovery teacher and has a Masters in Special Education. The children at La Casita will follow a daily schedule just as any other established school. Offerings include play time, circle time, reading time, math time, art time, Spanish, and music time. La Casita follows a curriculum that will prepare your child with the skills necessary to pass the Kindergarten entrance exam. Weekly plans will be provided along with daily written reports of the skills that were completed throughout the day. Healthy meals and snacks will be provided. Before school drop off begins at 6:30 a.m. and pick up is 6 p.m. Monday - Friday. 10% discount for enrolling a second child. Licensing is currently pending. I will provide references. Please call (586) 232-3166 or e-mail at lacasitalearning@yahoo.com
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Red Barn Nursery School

455 S Livernois Rd B-14 Rochester Hills, MI

7 mi

Red Barn Nursery School offers half-day preschool and pre-kindergarten classes designed to provide focused learning experiences. The company serves the residents of the Rochester Hills, Michigan community, and its programs are open to kids who are two and a half to five years old.
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Kid Quest Child Care

45301 Chateau Thierry Macomb, MI

3 mi

- Care for children ages six weeks to twelve years old. - Accept families using FIA state assistance - Full time childcare - Part time childcare - Pre-school - Infant/toddler Program - Potty training - Before & after school care - Parent training information - Field trips - Summer program - In house special events - Community awareness - Swimming - Gym - Teach basic sign language - Teach basic spanish - Homework help - Two sites - Early hours
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Sitters by the Hour

2056 Sequoia Ct Troy, MI

8 mi

At Sitters by the Hour we believe every family needs a childcare back up plan. We provide highly qualified, loving and responsible Sitters/Nannies for children of all ages. Our Sitters/Nannies are CPR qualified and pre-screened (employment verification, background check and more). We offer total flexibility whether you need a few hours, days, or even weeks!
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Kimberly K. Affholter

1576 N Fairview Ln Rochester Hills, MI

8 mi

Kimberly K. Affholter is a childcare provider based in Rochester Hills, Michigan. She runs a childcare facility that offers full-time childcare services in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. She also provides children with engaging and age-appropriate activities that promote their intellectual, physical, emotional and social skills.
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Val's Day care

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8 mi

52931 Muirfield Chesterfield, MI

I'm driven to give my children in care the same advantages in growth both emotionally as well as academically that I have given my own children, who are now young adults persuing an education in pre-med studies. I'm licensed by the state of Michigan and the United states Air Force to provide care for children 2 weeks to 12 years of age. I have been in business for 19 years and accept children for over night care. I have a very extensive client base available for review upon request.
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Macomb Learning Center

16900 21 Mile Rd Macomb, MI

3 mi

Macomb Learning Center is now licensed with the State of Michigan and ready to enroll children between the ages of 6 weeks to 12 years old. We have a capacity of 93 children and our highly qualified staff are ready to assist your child in his/her individual growth and development. We Believe: ... that children thrive when provided with a safe and nurturing environment that encourages exploration and creativity. ... that an effective curriculum incorporates a variety of educational theories while embracing the whole child and allowing for hands on experiential learning designed to foster creativity and expand self-expression. ... that each child is unique with an individual pattern and timing of social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. ... that a partnership between parents and caregivers is essential to a positive childcare experience. ... that children learn best when surrounded by caregivers who encourage them to think for themselves, make decisions, work toward their own solutions, and express their own ideas and feelings. Whether you require just preschool or would like all day child care, we are here for you. We offer family and pre-pay discounts, serve breakfast, lunch and snacks, and provide a safe, caring environment so your child will receive the individual care that you would give him/her yourself.
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Carol's Kid Camp

11616 Brougham Dr Sterling Heights, MI

8 mi

Hi parents! I am a 34-year-old mother, a college graduate, and former EMT for a well-known ambulance company in the area. I also am a licensed Firefighter with the state of Michigan! With extra emphasis put on safety, your child will learn what I learned about fire safety through age appropriate stories and drills. Your child will be Fire Chief for the week and lead our fire drills, and also learn about 911, strangers, what the police officers do and much more, mixed right into our reading and writing lessons! Your child will learn self-confidence, how to socialize with other children and be very excited to lead the fire drills in your own home! Also, our exercise time will keep your little one in tip-top shape. Well-balanced eating is promoted during our breakfast, snack, lunch and late snack time. If you're looking for a daycare with exciting lessons, games and projects to find your child's interest and talent, you've found the place! Reading, writing, art, games and puzzles are done daily, while slowly increasing the difficulty level to prepare them for preschool or kindergarten. My home is clean, organized, pet free, smoke free and welcoming. I absolutely love kids and would be honored to provide yours with a safe and loving environment while you work hard for them. Let me help prepare your child for their next adventure by allowing them to hike through their early years together with us at Carol's Kid Camp! Please contact me at your earliest convenience; I would love to discuss my daycare options with you! I will be receiving my state in-home daycare license soon and would like to save a spot for your little one in advance. My little hikers can begin arriving on July 15th!

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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Utica, MI

Pre-k programs in Utica, MI 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 Utica, MI, 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 Utica, MI 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 Utica, MI 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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