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Charlotte's Web Preschool

Holly Creek Lane Ithaca, NY

5.0(1)
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
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Charlotte's Web Preschool is new to the Ithaca area and has openings for this September! We enroll children, ages 2 1/2 - 5. There is a morning program, an afternoon program, and an option for all day care.
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East Ithaca Preschool

1825 Slaterville Road Ithaca, NY

4.2(5)
Cooperative
Preschool
East Ithaca Preschool is a play-based, nurturing environment led by our dynamic, experienced and patient teacher Mrs. Foote. We enroll children from the ages of two and a half through age six. Your child may attend five days a week, or Tuesday/Thursdays or Monday/Wednesday/Fridays. Children under the age of three may attend on...

Ayree C says "We are forever grateful for EIP! Both of our boys attended/still attending. The growth they have both made is remarkable and the EIP community truly is...

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VARNA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC.

943 DRYDEN RD ITHACA, NY

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Waldorf
The Varna After School Program (VASP) was started in 2016 as a program of the non-profit Varna Community Association. At VASP, children participate in activities designed to promote physical, mental, social, and emotional development. The program and its facilities are inspected regularly by the Child Development Council and...
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ITHACA MONTESSORI SCHOOL

12 ASCOT PL ITHACA, NY

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
MS offers a traditional Montessori education for children ages 3 months - 6 years old. We offer: Specially trained teachers who carefully observe and respect children’s individual needs and interests. A multi-age environment that allows younger children to learn from older children and older children to master their own...
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Ithaca Montessori School

12 Ascot Place Ithaca, NY

Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
IMS offers a traditional Montessori education for children ages 3 months - 6 years old. We offer: Specially trained teachers who carefully observe and respect children's individual needs and interests. A multi-age environment which allows younger children to learn from older children and older children to master their own...
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Racker

3226 Wilkins Rd. Ithaca, NY

State license verified

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
In addition to our Integrated Early Childhood and Preschool classrooms, at our Wilkins Road location in Ithaca, we also offer our exclusive Toddler rooms where we provide the same curriculum, staff and belief system and experiences to 18 month - 3 year-olds. For families in need of more child care, we offer before and after...
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Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Drop-In Center Incorporated located at 506 1st Street, Ithaca, New York, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school's hours of operation is from seven-thirty AM to five-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It also offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It provides before- and...
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B'Yachad Ithaca Jewish Preschool

402 N Tioga St Ithaca, NY

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Our community preschool is located at Temple Beth-El, a growing, active and diverse congregation in the heart of downtown Ithaca, minutes from Cornell University and Ithaca College.
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Cayuga Heights School Age Program

110 E Upland Rd Ithaca, NY

Child care
Cayuga Heights School Age Program is a facility in Ithaca, NY provides children the chance to be themselves from a variety of activities after their conforming schedules. Activities include puzzles, arts and crafts, free play, dress-up, and games with free access to gymnasiums for free organized sports.
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East Ithaca Preschool

1825 Slaterville Rd Ithaca, NY

Child care
Preschool
East Ithaca Preschool is one of the oldest non-profit cooperative preschool in Ithaca, NY where children can participate in a supervised play and learning experience with children of their own age. The school provides a quality preschool experience for children ages two and a half to five years old.
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Coddington Road Community Center

920 Coddington Rd Ithaca, NY

Child care
Preschool
The Coddington Road Community Center is a non-profit organization that offers child care programs in Ithaca, New York. The organization is dedicated to providing children with a warm and safe environment conducive to learning and development. Coddington Road Community Center offers programs for children ages 18 months to 5 years...
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Ithaca City School District

54 Gunderman Rd Ithaca, NY

Child care
Preschool
Ithaca City School District in Ithaca, New York is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and Kids of all ages.
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Bjm Enrichment Program Inc

302 W Buffalo St Ithaca, NY

Child care
Preschool
BJM Enrichment Program is an extended day care facility in Ithaca, New York that offers after-school programs designed for school-age children. The company provides services such as homework assistance, academic tutoring, literacy support, and various enrichment activities. The company’s mission is to provide kids with hands-on...
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Namaste Montessori School

1608 Trumansburg Rd Ithaca, NY

Child care
Preschool
Namaste Montessori School is a child care facility located at 1608 Trumansburg Rd. Ithaca, NY. They focused on teaching children the essence of hard work, self discipline and integrity. Their program does not only prepare children for success in school, but for success in life.
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room for growing

307 Coddington Road Ithaca, NY

3X/MORE/Room For Growing Enrichment through play in a loving environment PHILOSOPHY: 3X/More/ Room For Growing is a licensed day care emphasizing early childhood education and family involvement. * We strive for a child directed education, which means introducing the child to as many possible topics in as many possible...
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U C N S

59 Dart Dr Ithaca, NY

Child care
Preschool
U C N S in Ithaca, New York is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and kids of all ages.
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NANCY GOLDBERG

416 W State St Ithaca, NY

Child care
Preschool
Nancy Goldberg in Ithaca, New York is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and kids of all ages.
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Dryden Montessori

4 Thresher Place Freeville, NY

Montessori
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Still considering preschool options for the Fall? Love Montessori, but looking for a smaller class size? Dryden Montessori offers a traditional Montessori curriculum, weekly French and yoga instruction, art and cooking, as well as weekly emails filled with photos. Conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood just off of Route...
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Dryden Montessori School

4 Thresher Pl Dryden, NY

Child care
Preschool
Dryden Montessori School is an early childhood education program provider located at 4 Thresher Place, Dryden, New York. The school provides Montessori education and Montessori trained teachers to guide and nurture children ages 2.5 to 5 years old. The school also offers music program, yoga, and instruction in French.
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Laugh & Learn Child Care Center

4 Sundown Rd Freeville, NY

Child care
Preschool
Laugh & Learn Child Care Center is a quality childcare program provider located at 4 Sundown Road, Freeville, New York. The center accommodates children ages 6 weeks through twelve years old and provides them with a safe and nurturing, learning environment. Laugh & Learn Child Care Center is open Monday through Friday, 6 in the...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Ithaca, NY

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Ithaca, NY. 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 Ithaca, NY for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Ithaca, NY, 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 Ithaca, NY.

When looking for a preschool near you in Ithaca, NY 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 Ithaca, NY who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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