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Miss Rachel's Daycare
5.0
Great daycare she is loving and caring for my kids she also takes them to school and picks them up also will drop them off at my house when needed on Fridays during the summer they go on outings and other days they play in the water. Great family and her husband helps and the kids love him.
- Cread R
Sunnyfields Learning Center
5.0
My son has gone to Sunnyfields for five years and has grown so much there! Our second son is about to start. We love the atmosphere and caring teachers. The teachers really care about the children. Plus our son has learned so much and made great friends. The owners are very friendly and hands...
- Meredith W
SMART START LLC
5.0
SMART START Young Learners is the most amazing preschool and we are beyond grateful that Miss Mary and Miss Francesca came into our lives 7 years ago. All 3 of my daughters have attended and my youngest is currently attending! They have become like "family" to us! The communication is superb. We...
- Tracy K
The Children's Garden
5.0
As parents, we are incredibly grateful to have found a school/childcare as loving as Mary's school--The Children's Garden. Our daughter has been attending for almost a year now. We have witnessed how much she has grown emotionally, mentally and socially. We most certainly have Teacher Mary to thank...
- Troy C
Lucky Ducky Daycare
5.0
Miss Yashah is an exceptional caregiver. She has gone the extra mile again and again to make my daughter's time with her special, as well as convenient for me over the past couple years. The breakfast and dinner meals she provides are healthy and are a huge time saver. She thinks of all the details,...
- Jacquelyn D
Preschools in Columbia, SD
5.0
(1)
I am an in-home Christian state licensed daycare. I take children, ages 6 weeks-12 years old. I take full-time kids and part-time kids. I also do a drop in parents day out program. My hours are from 6:30 am- 5:30 pm, Monday-Friday. We take kids before and after school to and from Fox Hill...
5.0
"Great daycare she is loving and caring for my kids she also takes them to school and picks them up also will drop them off at my house when needed on Fridays during the summer they go on outings and other days they play in the water. Great family and her husband...
Cread R
Sunnyfields Learning Center
494 Route 10 West, Whippany, NJ
5.0
(2)
Preschool and Child Care for children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years old!
Open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.!
*At Sunnyfields Learning Center, our objective is to stimulate our students' physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills at their individual developmental levels,...
5.0
"Enrolling my toddler at Sunnyfields has been the best decision ever! She is so happy at drop off and runs right to her teacher! And when i pick her up she never wants to leave. Her Teachers taught her baby signs and the ABC's! She is learning so much! The school...
Danielle Z
5.0
(2)
SMART START is a licensed preschool providing our young learners with quality education, enrichment and care.
5.0
"SMART START Young Learners is the most amazing preschool and we are beyond grateful that Miss Mary and Miss Francesca came into our lives 7 years ago. All 3 of my daughters have attended and my youngest is currently attending! They have become like "family" to us!...
Tracy K
5.0
(1)
A Bilingual Preschool Program (Spanish).
Established in Alameda since 1991.
School Hours - Monday thru Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
18 months - 4 years old.
Fresh, hot, nutritious meals daily.
Beautiful home setting with extensive organic gardens.
Excellent references.
Testimonials on Berkeley...
5.0
"As parents, we are incredibly grateful to have found a school/childcare as loving as Mary's school--The Children's Garden. Our daughter has been attending for almost a year now. We have witnessed how much she has grown emotionally, mentally and socially. We most...
Troy C
5.0
(2)
Lucky Ducky Daycare is open year-round! For your convenience, we offer flexible, part-time and full-time schedules. Ongoing enrollment is available in all of our programs including: preschool, pre-K, school age child care, before/after school, summer camp for ages 3 -10 years old and back up...
5.0
"Miss Yashah is an exceptional caregiver. She has gone the extra mile again and again to make my daughter's time with her special, as well as convenient for me over the past couple years. The breakfast and dinner meals she provides are healthy and are a huge time...
Jacquelyn D
5.0
(10)
Touching the Hearts of Children Day Care offers quality family home childcare. Our goal is to make a difference in the hearts of children by creating a special place with the atmosphere of a home in which your child will grow and be developed intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically. We...
5.0
"This review is for any parent that is considering to choose Touching the Hearts of Children Daycare. My daughter has been under the care of Mrs. Susy and Mrs. Larissa since she was 4.5 months old. She is now 3.5 years old. As a new mother I was terrified to let a...
Anna M
5.0
(8)
Hello, my name is Roxy and I have a licensed in-home daycare called Roxy's Rascals. I have been providing daycare for 34 years. I was a former Sunday school teacher.
I am preschool oriented. I am on the food program. Fenced yard, no pets. Reasonable rates. When children come to my home, I like for...
5.0
"I don't think anyone can ask for a better day care provider than Roxy. She is so sweet and caring and really loves to take care of children. She has taught my daughter so much before she went off to Kindergarten this year and I know she will miss her so much but...
Heather S
5.0
(8)
As the former Social Worker/Social Service Coordinator of a three-branch preschool in the Lehigh Valley and a summer camp coordinator, I offer a loving nurturing montessori style program. My home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the Eleanor Roosevelt Elementary School neighborhood of the...
5.0
"Our song started at Nana's Daycare when he was just 3 months old. I could never have imagined taking him to a commercial daycare. The individual care and attention Nancy (Nana) provides definitely made her the right choice for us. I never have to worry about a...
Sally C
5.0
(2)
Kidstown Learning Center is an affordable daycare that provides early childhood education in a nurturing environment that acknowledges cultural diversity. We offer preschool programs from six-weeks old to 5 years old, free voluntary pre-K (VPK), before and after school care programs, winter, spring...
5.0
"This seems to be a really good school"
Lady M
5.0
(1)
New Preschool for children ages 2.5-6 school-age program pen M-F from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Extended hours available. After school program for children ages up to 13yo. License Daycare; certified teachers. CPR and First aid certified. Safe and clean environment. Daily educational activities. Free...
5.0
"This place is great . The staff is very friendly and the daycare is very clean everything is new and well care. The right place for me to leave my child , I feel very calm knowing my child is in a safe place."
Luz C
5.0
(3)
Little Peeps Daycare offers a loving and nurturing environment for children 6 mos to 11 years old. I believe the early years are the most important developmental years during a young child's life. Little Peeps provides an environment where children have fun while learning. I have a curriculum to...
5.0
"What an amazing place! You can drop your kids off and know that they're not just being watched?they're learning so much! In a nutshell, this is not your average day care center."
Presious N
5.0
(1)
The Greenwood School is a home-based preschool in southwest Austin, Texas. Loving childcare is our mission and our passion. We know that some parents are searching for a comfortable, safe, home-like environment for their preschooler. Large institutions and corporations seldom provide this type of...
5.0
"This is a great place for parents who want their kids to be allowed the freedom to be kids while learning about the world around them. We chose Greenwood because children get lots of outside time and the freedom to let their minds expand in a nurturing environment....
Haicam Y
5.0
(6)
WELCOME to the first Global Children School in Massachusetts!
* Quality Early Childhood Education
* Full Immersion Approach English, Spanish and Russian
* Child-Centered Approach
* Project-Based Guided Learning
* Intercultural Mindfulness
* Global and Sustainable Living Perspective
* accepting...
5.0
"Great school with a lot of potential for little kiddos. Plenty of opportunities to learn through experience. Modern design, fresh approach to learning and positive atmosphere for all"
Helen
5.0
(4)
We are an Early Learning Center located in Sterling. We enroll infants, toddlers, Preschool, & Pre-K. We offer a hybrid program comprising traditional Preschool & Montessori. Our staff is great with children and is CPR & First Aid certified. Call us to schedule a tour.
5.0
"My Albert really enjoyed Miss Kim's daycare and I am sorry that I moved! We have not found anything like the warmth and encouragement that we knew there. I recently visited the new location and wow, what an upgrade. Same supportive and uplifting atmosphere but more...
Albert
4.4
(7)
Word of Life Academy provides care for all children. We specialize in children with special needs. Charity provides care for children, ages 8 weeks to 10 years of age. We offer a preschool enrichment program as well as before and after school care.
We are fully licensed and certified to care for...
5.0
"We feel so comfortable leaving our children here. Such a safe and warm place. Happy to be here."
Robin
5.0
(1)
We are a nursery and a preschool. We enroll children from 6 weeks old to 5 years old. We have a total of 6 classrooms; Infant, toddler I, toddler II, transition, Pre-k 3 and Pre-k 4. All of our lead teachers have a CDA (child development associate) and/or a teacher certificate.
5.0
"Great Director, wonderful caring teachers. The infant care is the best I have seen and I am confident my older child will be more than ready for Kindergarten."
Elizabeth
5.0
(1)
Montessori Building Blocks has all levels of learning and achievement levels. From Preschool to full day Kindergarten. We love to see the little ones learn and grow in a safe, clean and caring environment. We have also integrated the highest level of Coivd-19 safety protocol. Call or email for a...
5.0
"Miss Eve took care of my oldest son for about 3 years, and my youngest son for about a year, and we loved her! She communicates well with parents and plans fun activities for the kids. She worked with me to help potty train my oldest and rid him of his pacifier...
Theresa R
5.0
(2)
Our in-home Licensed Preschool program offers a blend of Traditional and Montessori education methods and learning styles. Taught by licensed and accredited professionals, with years of specialized early childhood education experience. We believe in small group, self-paced, one-on-one learning. We...
5.0
"We are so lucky to have found this preschool for our son. It is like dropping him off with family not having to worry if he's ok. They also have an app where they update you daily on activities that they're doing with pictures which I love to see daily."
Chelsea F
5.0
(1)
Primrose Schools is a national system of accredited private preschools that provides a premier early education and child care experience for children and families. Our Franchise Owners, Leadership Teams and School Staff partner with parents to help build the right foundation for future learning and...
5.0
(2)
We are an inspired team of teachers with experience in public, private, and Montessori schools, who are thrilled to give your child the opportunity to play, learn, and thrive outdoors! Our programs spark curiosity, discovery, and a strong connection with nature.
We offer the following...
5.0
"Our son, JR, who is featured in the Featured Image above attends BOPN for three days a week and he is in heaven. He calls it nature school and loves his teachers Ms.SarahBesse and Ms.SaraMurray (all one word!). The teachers are truly phenomenal, so thoughtful and...
Kate A
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Columbia, SD
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Columbia, SD?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Columbia, SD. 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 Columbia, SD for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Columbia, SD?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Columbia, SD, 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 Columbia, SD.
How can I find a preschool near me in Columbia, SD?
When looking for a preschool near you in Columbia, SD 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 Columbia, SD who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.