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Recent preschool reviews in Ithaca, NY

East Ithaca Preschool

5.0

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 family from the teachers to the parents to the students. I highly recommend EIP as a preschool to any family!

- Ayree C

Alphabet Club

5.0

My kids attended the Alphabet Club from ages 5/7 months until they started Kinder. My daughter attended their schooler program and summer programs until she was in 3rd grade. The director, Chetna, and all of the teachers are extremely wonderful. I can't say enough good things about their school. My...

- Tami Y

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

Preschools in Ithaca, NY

East Ithaca Preschool

East Ithaca Preschool

1825 Slaterville Road, Ithaca, NY

Costimate: $236/wk

4.2

(5)

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...
5.0
"This school is better than I could have possibly imagined-the kids LOVE Mrs. Foote and for good reason-she is caring, fun, Uber-dedicated, and prepares EVERY kid for kindergarten without them even realizing it. The school and Mrs. Foote has transformed our kid's...

Chris C


Charlotte's Web Preschool

Charlotte's Web Preschool

Holly Creek Lane, Ithaca, NY

Starting at $8/hr

5.0

(1)

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.

Ithaca Montessori School

Ithaca Montessori School

12 Ascot Place, Ithaca, NY

Starting at $1290/mo

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...

Racker

Racker

3226 Wilkins Rd., Ithaca, NY

Starting at $225/wk

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,...

East Ithaca Preschool

1825 Slaterville Rd, Ithaca, NY

Starting at $320/mo

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.

U C N S

59 Dart Dr, Ithaca, NY

Starting at $226/mo

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.

Cayuga Heights School Age Program

110 E Upland Rd, Ithaca, NY

Starting at $280/mo

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...

Coddington Road Community Center

920 Coddington Rd, Ithaca, NY

Costimate: $236/wk

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...

Ithaca City School District

54 Gunderman Rd, Ithaca, NY

Costimate: $257/wk

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.

B'Yachad Ithaca Jewish Preschool

402 N Tioga St, Ithaca, NY

Costimate: $244/wk

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.

THE DROP-IN CENTER INC

506 1st St, Ithaca, NY

Costimate: $236/wk

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...

Namaste Montessori School

1608 Trumansburg Rd, Ithaca, NY

Costimate: $273/wk

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.

Bjm Enrichment Program Inc

302 W Buffalo St, Ithaca, NY

Costimate: $244/wk

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...

room for growing

307 Coddington Road, Ithaca, NY

Costimate: $236/wk

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...

NANCY GOLDBERG

416 W State St, Ithaca, NY

Costimate: $257/wk

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.

Dryden Montessori

Dryden Montessori

4 Thresher Place, Freeville, NY

Costimate: $187/wk

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...

Dryden Montessori School

4 Thresher Pl, Dryden, NY

Starting at $820/mo

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...

Laugh & Learn Child Care Center

4 Sundown Rd, Freeville, NY

Costimate: $187/wk

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...

Alphabet Club

Alphabet Club

14530 Old Katy Rd, Houston, TX

Starting at $105/wk

5.0

(1)

Childcare Center and Private School - Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After School Transportation to and from Local Area Schools and Summer Camp serving the West Houston and Spring Branch Communities. *Texas School Ready Certified. *Texas Rising Star Certified. *Experienced...
5.0
"My kids attended the Alphabet Club from ages 5/7 months until they started Kinder. My daughter attended their schooler program and summer programs until she was in 3rd grade. The director, Chetna, and all of the teachers are extremely wonderful. I can't say enough...

Tami Y


Formative Years Growing & Learning Center

Formative Years Growing & Learning Center

4510 Todd Dr., Ames, IA

Starting at $490/mo

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


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Average Rating4.5 / 5

Preschools in Ithaca, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.