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Izzabug's Home Daycare
5.0
Laura has been caring for my baby girl for almost three years. My daughter has grown to love and trust Laura as an extensive part of her family. She has had the opportunity to learn letters, sight words, numbers, and colors. Laura has an immense devotion to the children she cares for and you can...
- Nichole T
Primrose School at Bulverde Road
5.0
We have been at this Primrose for just over a year and we have only had positive experiences. The Director of this location is the reason we stay--she knows every child, takes time to communicate and be involved with the teachers. We feel safe with all the staff and appreciate everything the owners...
- Deanna S
Miss Karen's Child Care
5.0
My child's vocabulary expanded so much when she started this preschool. My family and friends couldn't believe how much she improved. They also do the cutest crafts!
- Melanie
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
Discovery Learning Center
5.0
DLC is the best!! I went to DLC from when I was two years old until the end of sixth grade. The teachers are so patient, caring, and kind. They emphasize exploration based play and truly care about every aspect of development. I loved every one of my years there and would come come at the end of...
- Laurel
Preschools in Essex, CT
5.0
(2)
Hi!! My name is Laura Soltero. I am the owner/operator of a licensed, small family preschool/daycare program. My program serves children ranging in age from infants to school age. The program is play based with an emphasis on social emotional development and the planning and implementation of...
5.0
"When returning to work after having my daughter I was looking for a daycare option in the community that would be a good fit. I was a first time mom and was very cautious in where I was going to send my baby girl. When I met Laura, my fears were placed at ease. She...
Angela M
4.6
(9)
Welcome to Primrose Preschool at Bulverde Road, the leader in educational child care. Our vision is to deliver the best and most trusted early childhood education and child care services for families in San Antonio. We are a new, full-service childcare facility that is an integral partner within the...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Primrose at Bulverde since she was 3 months old. The staff in each classroom she has been through as she has grown truly cared about the children and are actively engaged every time I come by. My daughter has learned so much, including...
Amber R
5.0
(2)
We are currently enrolling preschoolers for summer camp 2023 and for the 2023 - 2024 school year!
Give your child a head start on learning!
NYS Licensed.
Private Setting.
Trained Staff.
Preschool Curriculum.
Kindergarten readiness.
5.0
"Best childcare in the area! My kid can't wait to go to school every morning!!!"
Cristina
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
3.0
(2)
Discovery Learning Center in Fair Oaks is a company that offers preschool, kindergarten, and school-age programs. Discovery Learning Center uses the Small Group curriculum, which assigns each child to a specific age group depending on their developmental readiness. Classes are maintained with a...
5.0
"DLC is the best!! I went to DLC from when I was two years old until the end of sixth grade. The teachers are so patient, caring, and kind. They emphasize exploration based play and truly care about every aspect of development. I loved every one of my years there...
Laurel
5.0
(6)
Preschool and Childcare in a cozy, loving home environment. School calendar year offered with vacations and summers off of tuition. We offer full time spots for ages newborn to 12 years old. It's fun to learn and play with a full curriculum, a pre-school program, along with a healthy food program....
5.0
"Provides great clean home based child care. Play time and learning center for the children, couldn't be better!"
Jan
5.0
(2)
Gimme A Break Sitters, is a licensed home daycare company that tailors to the child's need. We offer a full preschool curriculum, provide before school and after school care, transportation. We also offer babysitting services during the weekend. Give us a call!
Gimmie a Break Sitters Daycare...
5.0
"Great Daycare and Babysitters!!"
Jasmine A
5.0
(3)
Safari Kid provides infant and toddler care, preschool and After School Program. Safari Kid focus is on creating opportunities for children to use their natural curiosity to lead them through discovery, imagination, questioning, learning, and growing. We celebrate kids' natural potential and desire...
5.0
"A New & Clean environment with very good curriculum and care for the kids! My Boys thoroughly enjoyed their after school program! Very friendly and well trained staff! Highly recommended preschool and after school program in Allen area."
Raghav
5.0
(2)
New Hope Faithful Friends Academy provides programs for children ages 12 months - 5 years old and School Aged children Kindergarten-5th Grade.
We have the following programs available for our community:
1. Morning Preschool Program for children ages 1 year to 5 Years.
Monday - Friday -...
5.0
"This is a great new preschool that has opened up in the Clayton area and is Christian Based in its teachings.Very knowledgeable staff and very friendly clean atmosphere. Very clean, looks like new renovation to the existing building. I would give it a 5 star rating...
James B
5.0
(1)
Montessori Daycare at Simi Valley Montessori Preschool can make this necessity easy for both you and your children. With trained Montessori instructors and a comprehensive Montessori curriculum, your child will receive more than just supervision. Your children will spend their day engaged in...
5.0
"Long Term employed teachers. Loves the kids and makes them feel at home."
Roshini W
5.0
(2)
Location:
Our program is State Licensed. Located in the city of Pico Rivera, California. (Off Paramount Blvd between Whittier and Washington)
Our Mission:
Providing a safe program that encourages children to explore, be creative and develop life skills in an inspired nature preschool Where...
5.0
"This school is so absolutely phenomenal, from the Montessori style set up to the owner. I worked with her at the Hoag Child Care Center for many years and she has the biggest heart. She will love your babies like they're her own. I would feel 100% comfortable...
Alicia J
5.0
(1)
Primrose School of North Naples offers child care and preschool programs for children 6 weeks to 5 years old in Naples. Primrose provides a safe and nurturing environment where children thrive.
5.0
"This school has become a family to us. Everyone is warm, welcoming, and very attentive. My son loves to go to school and has learned so much. Highly recommend!"
Jamie P
5.0
(2)
AZ DES Approved & State Licensed, Mecca Early Learning Center (MELC) is the Valley's premier private preschool program offering high quality early childhood education with a school maximum of 10 children and impressive teacher student ratios. Inspired by the Reggio Emillia curriculum, we only serve...
5.0
"I love Ms. Tay! She is truly amazing and provides the care any family desires at the BEST rate you can find in the whole state! I ALWAYS know what's going on with my little one, the groups are SUPER small and my kids are always so excited to go."
Samantha O
5.0
(2)
Crofton Nursery School (CNS) was established in 1967 by a group of parents who wanted the best preschool experience for their children. This feeling has been embraced by each participating family since.
At CNS, families and teachers work together in a warm and friendly atmosphere to teach our...
5.0
"Sending my first babe to preschool was enough of an emotional experience by itself but being new to the area and having absolutely no clue where to start or how much it was going to cost was even more stressful. Crofton Nursery School is not only an affordable...
Lauren T
5.0
(1)
Services offered include the following:
Before/After Care
Preschool
After School Tutorial
Summer Camp
Visit our website to learn more!
5.0
"Excellent school with a great program and staff. Conveniently located for easy pick up/drop off for parents and public school buses!"
Devon
5.0
(1)
We offer Toddler and Preschool programs starting at 18 months of age in our beautiful 10 acre garden campus. Our Montessori programs are the only ones in the Charlottesville area accredited by both the American Montessori Society and the Virginia Association of Independent Schools. Our teachers...
5.0
"We asked our friends and visited dozens on childcare providers in Charlottesville. We couldn't be happier that we chose Mountaintop!"
Jarrod M
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
(1)
Nature's Nursery School is an outdoor preschool program based in and inspired by
Waldorf Early Childhood Education where children are 'nurtured in nature.' Parents may choose two or four day per week enrollment for the school year for children ages two years nine months and to five years old. We...
5.0
"The small group size allows every child to have one on one time with the loving and thoughtful teacher."
Laurie D
5.0
(3)
Infants, Toddler, Preschool, After-School, Summer Camp. Blended Curriculum includes Montessori & Whole Language Methods. Impeccable Record with Childcare licensing!
5.0
"If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! My son started at this school when he was 8 weeks old, back in January of 2013. He went through every classroom at the school and graduated from Pre-K in the summer of 2018. Due to the high level of education taught at...
Tia C
3.4
(5)
Programs
Childcare and preschool programs for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age, as well as an after school program for school aged students. Half-day programs are also available.
Feels Like Home
Our facility is designed to be a home away from home, where a child can feel safe and loved,...
5.0
"We have had our son at Dogwood Lane for about a year. We absolutely love the staff and the environment. They send us regular updates, and strive to implement interesting curriculum for every age level."
Sidney
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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.