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Formative Years Growing & Learning Center
5.0
Great care, my youngest learned to spell and write his name within one year at the center!
- Megan P
Willow Bend Learning Center
5.0
WBLC is the best! They are reasonable price wise and the care they offer is definitely worth it! Thank you so much
- Jabari R
Arthouse Preschool LLC
5.0
My son has been going here for 2yrs now. Hes 4 years old now. He used to go to a corporate daycare, how awful.
With Arthouse and Ms. Heather, he has been well taken care of, has had so much fun, is learning faster than he ever has before.
Super low student to teacher ratios. There's a mix of ages...
- Ida F
Christian Montessori School of Ann Arbor
5.0
We have had a wonderful experience at CMSAA! Both of our children have learned so much there, and the teachers and staff have been consistently excellent over the six years since our kids started.. They treat the kids with love, respect, and kindness.
- Michael B
Lambs of Grace Preschool
5.0
We love Grace Lutheran Preschool! I have had all four of my children attend. I truly feel as if they provide a personalized education for each of my children. They know each child individually and help them grow and develop. My children are nurtured and loved every single day and I am so...
- Jill
Preschools in Chester, MD
5.0
(1)
Providing quality Preschool and Childcare since 1986 in Ames, IA. Creative Curriculum based classrooms starting at age 6 weeks through 12 years. We also offer an Ames School District 4 year old Preschool program through the SWVPP and provide all day care.
5.0
"Great care, my youngest learned to spell and write his name within one year at the center!"
Megan P
5.0
(3)
Infants, Toddler, Preschool, After-School, Summer Camp. Blended Curriculum includes Montessori & Whole Language Methods. Impeccable Record with Childcare licensing!
5.0
"WBLC is the best! They are reasonable price wise and the care they offer is definitely worth it! Thank you so much"
Jabari R
4.0
(4)
Arthouse Preschool is an arts based preschool with emphasis on music, art, and school readiness. We care for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years old.
5.0
"Heather is amazing with children!"
Wendy
5.0
(7)
We serve infants, toddlers, preschool, kindergarten and first through third grade students. We offer before and after-school care, as well as a dynamic theme-based Summer Camp! Contact us for a tour at office@cmsaa.org or call (734)332-9600. Come in and feel the Christian Montessori School...
5.0
"Currently I have two daughters at Christian Montessori. I chose CMSAA instead of going the traditional day care route in hopes of instilling morals and structured play and learning from a young age. I couldn't be more happier! This school is amazing and takes...
Tiffany R
5.0
(6)
Lambs of Grace Preschool, as a part of Grace Ev. Lutheran Church and School, operates a wonderful learning experience for children, ages 3 and 4, right in historic downtown Glendale. Our preschool curriculum includes music, math, science, art, language arts, and physical education. The focal point...
5.0
"We love Grace Lutheran preschool. From day one, we were made to feel welcome, the fellow students were kind, and the teachers showed their care and concern for our child's well being educationally, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. Our daughter looks...
Heather K
5.0
(2)
Pine Tree Montessori School is a 30+ years licensed preschool, providing quality and affordable childcare for children ages 2 to 6 years old. We are located in Yorba Linda, right off of the Imperial Highway, a couple of blocks away from Whole Foods. The school is directly next to Heritage Oak...
5.0
"School has undergone major renovations. The director is Montessori focused and they are trying a new language immersion program. They also serve meals and snacks, which is a great help for a busy parent!"
Jia S
5.0
(3)
Childcare for infant - school age. Pre-k curriculum, before and after school care, school closings. Family daycare licensing in process however I also work as a preschool teacher and can provide federal background check and fingerprint clearance.
5.0
"Appletree is a vibrant, clean, fun space for your child. Dorene provides excellent early care and education support. Dorene also goes above and beyond to ensure children's safety."
Marissa
5.0
(3)
***WE ARE FULL***WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING NEW FAMILIES AT THIS TIME****
I am offering childcare including informal preschool lessons for children in my home from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. We have a very lively, busy home where I home-school my school aged children. Our home is warm and...
5.0
"I needed reliable, trustworthy care for my grandchildren and I was blessed to have Lisa brought back into my life! She and her family were truly amazing! They did fun, educational activities and wish I could've have her for my own children."
Heidi
4.7
(12)
Cordelia Before N After School Childcare Features:
Home Based Large Childcare Facility Located In Cordelia / Green Valley Fairfield
Drop off to and from school! School age Children
core state standard books and materials
reading, spelling, sentence building, and vocabulary and writing skills...
5.0
"Cordelia Before N After Childcare provides a clean and safe environment and I emphasize cleanliness. Mrs Sandra is very pro-education and believes in providing children with school ready materials (she actually gets your child ready for school). She invests her own...
Tiffany
5.0
(2)
Bell's Little Angels Childcare and Preschool is a Christian based facility serving children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. We teach Abeka, a nationally accredited curriculum, from 12 months to Pre-K5. Our lessons include Spanish, Sign Language, and Bible.
We have a Before/After School Program as...
5.0
"Wonderful facility! So much more than a daycare. The teachers treat my kids like their own, they teach them SO FUN & my kids are so happy each day! When the baby says YAY! about being dropped off & my older daughter doesn't want to leave st the end of the day I say...
Jessica
5.0
(1)
Lil Giggles in 22554 Scattersville Gap Ter, Ashburn, Virginia, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool, preschool, and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The center...
5.0
"Affordable care from a licensed professional that you can trust. Shahana is just wonderful with kids, and they absolutely love her. Your child will develop great social skills and get a great jump start at this home away from home."
Anam
5.0
(2)
Primrose is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience, serving children from 6 weeks to Kindergarten and offering a before and after school program.
As The Leader in Educational Child Care , Primrose partners with parents to help children build the...
5.0
"Fantastic school with caring and trained staff!"
Jessica C
4.4
(5)
At Sunny West Child Development Center, we believe in providing quality care for young children in an environment designed to encourage children to learn through developmental and age-appropriate practices. We believe that all children learn best through play, free exploration of their environment,...
5.0
"My son loves Sunny West, when I enrolled him it was hard for him to speak, I had him in speech therapy with minimal results. Now after a few months of being at Sunny West and applying their curriculum he is now talking like never before. The staff here took great...
Wendy L
5.0
(3)
We believe our preschool is one of the best kept secrets of the South Hills, Pittsburgh. We are in a central location serving Bethel Park, Baldwin-Whitehall, Castle Shannon, South Park and other local communities. We are a small but secure preschool serving 3, 4 and 5 year olds.
Our curriculum...
5.0
"This preschool is the best! I looked at several schools before enrolling here and this one stood out because of the dedicated staff and well rounded curriculum. My child loves school and has learned so much! She is very prepared for Kindergarten and loves learning...
Crissi
5.0
(1)
We are a quality preschool for children ages 2 (diapers OK!) through 5 years old. We are are Christ-centered, developmentally minded with age-appropriate academics. We are open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Preschool class times are 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with extended daycare before and after...
5.0
"The whole family loves this preschool! We love that our little one was embraced with loving arms from the first day at Valley Center. Starting school was such a smooth transition because of the great teachers. All of the teachers have a great curricumlum while...
Sarah C
5.0
(4)
Orion Montessori preschool focuses on academic excellence( using a combination of Montessori and Reggio-Emilia teaching styles). We teach kids reading, writing, math, science, Music, arts and crafts, social science, earth sciences and even culinary arts.
-Clean, safe, carefully designed beautiful...
5.0
"Orion Kids, previously known as Kinderactivity is an excellent preschool/daycare. The owner is a talented educator who supports each student's academic and social emotional progress. I would highly recommend this preschool/ daycare."
Pushpanjali S
5.0
(1)
Little Sprouts is a boutique in-home childcare and preschool emphasizing Montessori methods, nature play and socialization. Little Sprouts was founded out of the desire to provide our community with an enriching and loving environment where children can learn, grow and play in a small and safe...
5.0
"Our daughter joined Little Sprouts in December of 2020, after being at home with us since the pandemic began in March. We were reluctant to resume childcare, but were quickly set at ease upon meeting Anneli and Chris. Their passion for creating safe and inclusive...
Chrissi S
5.0
(10)
Welcome to the wonderful world of Laura's Learn and Play Nature School! I strive to create a successful and refreshing approach to preschool education with the perfect balance of social awareness and academic guidance within a nature rich play space. I blend children's early educational journey...
5.0
"Laura offers such a comfortable, nurturing learning environment for children. She spends quality time with each child, and gives them the opportunity to learn amazing different strategies that will help them grow and prepare for school. She uses amazing teaching...
Katie R
5.0
(3)
Large Licensed Home-Based Child Care
Certified CPR, First Aid and AED
Member of Child Nutrition Program of Southern California
Hours of operation 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday Maximum 9 hours per day
Accepting all ages 2 months to 6 years old
Now accepting Part-time or Full-time
Drop...
5.0
"Mrs. Joyce is very patient with the children and very well organized. I don't know how she does it but she is truest amazing!"
Jessica G
3.0
(2)
The Little Lighthouse has openings for our preschool program for the 2022-2023 school year. Our curriculum meets Core curriculum standards for the state of Maryland. We are a Conscious Discipline Center! Call (410) 750-0660 or email us to schedule a tour!
5.0
"I had both my boys at the little lighthouse from infants until school. We LOVE them. The entire staff is competent and caring. They genuinely loved my boys and all the children there. I would recommend them a thousand times over. I interviewed so many people...
Trish K
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Chester, MD
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Chester, MD?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Chester, MD. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Chester, MD for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Chester, MD?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Chester, MD, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Chester, MD.
How can I find a preschool near me in Chester, MD?
When looking for a preschool near you in Chester, MD on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Chester, MD who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.