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The Children's Tree Montessori School, Inc
5.0
This is a well rounded education that you won't find in any traditional or public school setting. It's such a nurturing environment for toddlers all the way through the elementary year. The kids are given respect not seen in any other school or daycare I've seen.
- Mara
Red Barn Children's Center Inc
5.0
Our family has had a wonderful experience at Red Barn, and we'd recommend them to anyone. The teachers are loving, nurturing, and always seem to have interesting art and activities planned. A big bonus is that the kids get a lot of outside time - which is something that was important to us and we...
- Jill V
Mari's Place Family Daycare
5.0
Our son has been with Mari's Place for over 6 months. It was a difficult decision to begin the daycare, but Mari made this transition so easy for us. Mari took a great interest in learning about our family and our son's routine before he even started the care.
Mari keeps us informed about our son's...
- Tatiana
Cde Co-Op Nursery School
5.0
Fantastic teachers who adore their students. Its evident as soon as you walk in that the children are enthusiastic about being at school and love being creative. The environment is bright, inviting and its refreshing to see so many projects being created by the children. I could not be happier...
- LE
Preschools in Essex, CT
Essex Preschool Ltd, organized in 1968, is a private preschool offering programs for children, 2.5 to 5 years of age. Its purpose is to make available an enriching preschool atmosphere fostering healthy physical, emotional, and intellectual growth. We are open September to June. Monday through...
4.2
(5)
The Children's Tree Montessori School is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) offering full and part time classes for toddler 18-36 months, preschool and kindergarten children ages 3-6 years and elementary school for children in K-6th grade from 6-12 yrs old, with plans to open a middle school in the near future....
5.0
"Nurturing and dedicated staff. Wonderful families."
SA
3.0
(8)
Red Barn Children's Center preschool includes two classroom areas the Little Barn and the Gray Barn. In the classrooms, children will find a variety of toys, games, books, art materials and educational aids. A play area provides the setting for dramatic and block play, while an area with tables...
5.0
"The Red Barn is a wonderful place focused on play-based learning with outstanding teachers and an emphasis on outdoors and nature. Our children have had such a great experience in this preschool. The summer program is terrific as well! It's a little "off the...
Kara S
5.0
(13)
Mari's Place Family Daycare is a Connecticut licensed child nurturing, developmental oriented and child-safe home environment.
About me:
I have worked with children for a period over fifteen years and I can truly say that there is nothing is this world that gives me more satisfaction than to guide...
5.0
"Mari's Place has everything we were looking for in a daycare: love, learning and language. Mari clearly cares for each child as an individual and delights in nurturing them as they grow. Our daughter comes home signing songs in Spanish and in English, bursting...
Hannah
Welcome to Home Away From Home Day Care. It is our goal to promote children's happy, healthy, growth and development while in my care. At Home Away From Home, each child is given careful attention and affectionate care, in a calm home environment and are treated with RESPECT and LOVE. Your...
We provide early child-hood day services as well as an after-school program. We specialize in helping children with special needs but all children are welcome.
We offer child day care and after-school art, music, and educational activities.
We also offer hourly care.
We provide excellent services to the children and specialize in helping children with disabilities.
OUR MISSION: Our mission is to provide children with a developmentally appropriate preschool experience in a safe and nurturing environment. This tradition of creating life long learners is a mission to which Chester, Deep River, Essex Co-Operative Nursery School has remained true for 70 years....
Whitney Loomis is the owner and operator of The Little City Kids home daycare located in Killingworth, CT. She graduated with her Bachelor's Degree in education and began exploring her career options. After having her first son in August of 2017, she decided to look into starting her own business....
5.0
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Cde Co-Op Nursery School is a cooperative, non-profit, non-sectarian, inclusive preschool with a staff and membership of families who are dedicated to providing the very best in preschool education to children ages 2, 3, 4 and 5. The school appreciates and respects the uniqueness of every child....
5.0
"Fantastic teachers who adore their students. Its evident as soon as you walk in that the children are enthusiastic about being at school and love being creative. The environment is bright, inviting and its refreshing to see so many projects being created by the...
LE
The Creative Playschool, Inc located at 29 Society Road, Niantic, CT is a non-profit, non-denominational cooperative preschool for children ages three to six years old. The school offers extensive programs and curriculum designed to meet the developmental needs of the children.
Haddam Cooperative Nursery School is a non-profit, interdenominational, interracial organization located in Haddam, Connecticut that serves children ages three to five. The school established a creative atmosphere that encourages children to grow in knowledge about themselves and strives to foster a...
Community Co-Op Nursery School is a childcare and education provider that serves the community of Old Saybrook CT. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate programs that foster holistic development among children age three to five. The center has a capacity of 27 children and...
My Second Home offers all day childcare for children aging from 8 weeks to 10 years old. Early morning care is available as the center opens at 6:30 am. Before school and after school care is also available until 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. My Second Home also offers a Preschool Program for ages...
The Sherwood School, Inc. in Old Saybrook, Connecticut is a Church-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 68 children from three years old to school age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s...
Incarnation Center Inc
253 Bushy Hill Rd, Ivoryton, CT
The Incarnation Center, Inc. is a ministry of the Episcopal Church located in Ivoryton, Connecticut. It operates the Bushy Hill Nature Center, which is a perfect setting for school programs, summer camp, team building and workshops. The center provides guests opportunities to enhance their...
Located in Ivoryton, Connecticut, Schoolmates Preschool provides early childhood education to children. It offers a learning environment rich in language, math, science, and problem-solving. The Preschool uses the Common Core Curriculum that promotes every child's physical, social, emotional,...
The Children's Gathering is a childcare facility in Niantic, Connecticut. It has a maximum capacity of 19 children between the ages of six weeks and twelve years old. The center offers comprehensive, stimulating early childhood education and care on a full-time basis.
Community Renewal Team Inc is a social services provider that offers a wide range of community-based programs for children and adults. Based in Clinton, Connecticut, the company offers a licensed day care geared for infants and toddlers, a head start program for preschoolers, and after-school...
Ferjak Jo M in Killingworth, Connecticut, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant to twelve years old provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Essex, CT
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Essex, CT?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Essex, CT. 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 Essex, CT for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Essex, CT?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Essex, CT, 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 Essex, CT.
How can I find a preschool near me in Essex, CT?
When looking for a preschool near you in Essex, CT 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 Essex, CT who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.