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1.West Nottingham Academy Preschool & Daycare

1195 Firetower Road COLORA, MD

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29 mi

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Founded in 1744, West Nottingham Academy is the nation’s oldest boarding and day school, with a proud tradition of nurturing curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every generation of learners. Now, for the first time in our 281-year history, that legacy begins even earlier. We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new Pre-School and Day Care Program for children ages 2–5! Nestled on our beautiful 100-acre campus, young learners will have room to grow, explore, and thrive in a…
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Care Member says "My son loves his teachers here and I can rest assured he’s well taken care of while I know he is having fun and getting an education. The staff is amazing! This is exactly what my husband and I were looking for. "
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1206 DELAWARE ST NEW CASTLE, DE

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5 mi

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Our mission is premised on the recognition and celebration of each child’s unique developmental trajectory. Through the deliberate application of evidence-based professional practices, we ensure steadfast reliability, operational dependability, sophisticated interpersonal communication, and synergistic collaboration with families. We position ourselves not merely as a childcare provision, but as an integral extension of the family unit—cultivating relational partnerships that honor…
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Mercedes W. says "My family has been going here for years. It started with my sister's kids, and then I put my daughter there. It has been a wonderful place."
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Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
Academic

2001 BRANDYWINE PKWY WILMINGTON, DE

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8 mi

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At Tutor Time on Brandywine Parkway, we offer trusted daycare and early childhood education programs and summer camp in Wilmington, DE. Our learning environment supports each stage of development with experienced teachers, healthy meals and snacks, and flexible scheduling options for busy families. Through our family communication app, SproutAbout, parents stay connected with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 2001…
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Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics: Care for your child: Above all things, we wanted to make sure our daughter was as loved and care for as if she was with family. The staff at Tutor Time exceeds this expectation. Her teachers have all demonstrated genuine love and care for the person my daughter is, not just overall compassion for children (which is important…
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491 S HARMONY RD NEWARK, DE

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8 mi

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At Tutor Time of Newark, we offer trusted daycare and early childhood education programs and summer camp in Newark, DE. Our learning environment supports each stage of development with experienced teachers, healthy meals and snacks, and flexible scheduling options for busy families. Through our family communication app, SproutAbout, parents stay connected with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 491 S. Harmony Rd to see…
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Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics: Care for your child: Above all things, we wanted to make sure our daughter was as loved and care for as if she was with family. The staff at Tutor Time exceeds this expectation. Her teachers have all demonstrated genuine love and care for the person my daughter is, not just overall compassion for children (which is important…

5305 LIMESTONE RD WILMINGTON, DE

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8 mi

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At Tutor Time on Limestone Road, we offer trusted daycare and early childhood education programs and summer camp in Wilmington, DE. Our learning environment supports each stage of development with experienced teachers, healthy meals and snacks, and flexible scheduling options for busy families. Through our family communication app, SproutAbout, parents stay connected with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 5305…
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Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics: Care for your child: Above all things, we wanted to make sure our daughter was as loved and care for as if she was with family. The staff at Tutor Time exceeds this expectation. Her teachers have all demonstrated genuine love and care for the person my daughter is, not just overall compassion for children (which is important…
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1363 NAAMANS CREEK RD GARNET VALLEY, PA

8 mi

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Welcome to Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley, PA! As The Solution for Working Families®, we are more than a daycare, we are here to support you as an extension of your very own family and a true partner in your child’s early education and development. We are proud of our multi-sensory curriculum and bringing a love of learning to our students. We are so proud of our phenomenal teaching team and are so appreciative of our families in our Circle of Care!
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Cooperative

5986 LIMESTONE RD HOCKESSIN, DE

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9 mi

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At La Petite Academy of Hockessin, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Hockessin, DE. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout the…
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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 every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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1202 PULASKI HWY BEAR, DE

9 mi

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Kiddie Academy of Bear offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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1980 TOWNSHIP LINE RD SWEDESBORO, NJ

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10 mi

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Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls. Highly recommend!"
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20 Lacrue Ave GLEN MILLS, PA

11 mi

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Primrose School of Concordville is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on Lacrue Avenue near Concord Elementary School and Thornbury Park. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Early Preschool, Preschool Pathways, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and Summer Adventure Club, all delivered by qualified teachers in a nurturing environment. Recognized with the SEA, Cognia distinction.
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250 NEW GARDEN RD TOUGHKENAMON, PA

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13 mi

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New Garden Early Education Center was designed to be a special place for children to learn while having fun in a safe and stimulating environment. We are a staff of qualified, engaging and caring individuals who take great reward in the growth of our kids. Our award-winning learning system, The Creative Curriculum®, delivers a high-quality learning environment that enables every child to become a creative, confident thinker. Our comfortable learning environment empowers your child to thrive…
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Care Member says "We just had our first child a year ago so we were a little nervous about the experience, but New Garden has been a wonderful place for my baby and it provides a safe, caring and warm environment for her. Thank you !!!!"
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22 PEOPLES PLZ NEWARK, DE

14 mi

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Cadence Academy Preschool (formerly Tender Loving Kare), Newark is an early education school which provides childcare programs for children ages infant through fourteen years. Our philosophy includes providing a nurturing environment that fosters each child’s self-identity, utilizing developmentally appropriate practices to enhance each child’s learning opportunities. Family and community are an important component at our school. As a small preschool, families are an integral part of the…
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100 KIDDIE LN ELKTON, MD

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16 mi

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Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls. Highly recommend!"
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2356 DUPONT PKWY MIDDLETOWN, DE

16 mi

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Cadence Academy Preschool, your childcare center in Middletown, DE is an early Education School which provides programs for children ages infant through fourteen years. Our philosophy includes providing a nurturing environment that fosters each child’s self-identity, utilizing developmentally appropriate practices to enhance each child’s learning opportunities. Family and community are an important component at our school. As a small preschool, families are an integral part of the program.…
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915 BOYDS CORNER RD MIDDLETOWN, DE

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17 mi

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Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls. Highly recommend!"
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906 So. Media Line Rd NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA

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19 mi

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For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. At Chesterbrook Academy we combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children are prepared for kindergarten and beyond by developing essential academic, social, and emotional skills for success. Our dedicated teachers support each…
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Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely excited to go to school each day. The teachers are nurturing and attentive, creating an environment where every child feels known and valued. It’s amazing to see how much our kids have grown — not just academically, but socially and emotionally too."
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411 N 6TH ST ODESSA, DE

19 mi

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Cadence Academy Preschool (formerly Tender Loving Kare), Odessa is an early Education School which provides programs for children ages infant through twelve years. Our philosophy includes providing a nurturing environment that fosters each child’s self-identity, utilizing developmentally appropriate practices to enhance each child’s learning opportunities. Family and community are an important component at our school. As a small preschool, families are an integral part of the program.…
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2220 Sproul RD BROOMALL, PA

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20 mi

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*$50 off your enrollment fee when you enroll* Children in the Son Early Learning Center is an extension of home based in Broomall for more than 12 years. We are a relationship-centered, play-based learning environment where early childhood is approached with intention and care. We provide an affordable option for families that want their children to make friends and develop socially, academically and spiritually. We aim to inspire a lifetime love of learning, and a lifetime of walking in…
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Care Member says "The staff and teachers at CITS are caring, supportive, creative and overall fun to be around! They made the transition to school for my girls very easy! The teachers know each student by name, including those not in their specific classroom which makes everyone feel special and welcome. My girls still talk about their preschool teacher years later. "
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3841 WEST CHESTER PIKE NEWTOWN SQ, PA

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20 mi

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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 advantage of a child’s readiness to learn with activities that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Our dedicated and well-trained teachers work to ensure every child is…
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Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely excited to go to school each day. The teachers are nurturing and attentive, creating an environment where every child feels known and valued. It’s amazing to see how much our kids have grown — not just academically, but socially and emotionally too."
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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents

Pre-K Schools are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 24 listed pre-k schools

West Nottingham Academy Preschool & Daycare

My son loves his teachers here and I can rest assured he’s well taken care of while I know he is having fun and getting an education. The…

- Care member

PASSION CARE ACADEMY Il

My family has been going here for years. It started with my sister's kids, and then I put my daughter there. It has been a wonderful place.

- Mercedes W.

6585 - Tutor Time on Brandywine Parkway

We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough.…

- Nicole P.

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Wilmington, DE

Pre-k programs in Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington, DE, 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 Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington, DE 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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