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Mommy And Me Childcare
5.0
I have nothing but good things to say about Mommy and Me. Searching for the right daycare can be stressful, especially for first time parents. My husband and I knew we wanted our son at a home daycare, and we are so grateful knowing he is in such good hands with Miss Sheila. She has given our son a...
- Sarah C
Little Treehouse Academy / Teremok Preschool
5.0
Our daughter when to preschool at Teremok. She's in 3rd grade now and still has friends she made there. It was a great experience and the teachers really care about the kids.
- Jon
First Steps Family Daycare
5.0
As a first time parent, I had no idea how truly daunting finding childcare is. I asked friends and neighbors what they did and three families from three completely different sectors of my life told me about Mangala. One was a family that now had teenage daughters and the others were just about to...
- Anjali
Z's Home Daycare
5.0
My experience with Z's Home Daycare has been absolutely amazing! This was the first daycare my daughter had been to outside of family so I was really really nervous. I had talked to several other day cares but Mrs. Z's stood out the most. From her warm family environment, to the genuine care and...
- Kristin P
Word of Life Academy
5.0
Our family love this daycare and the staff is amazing. Such good people.
- James J
Preschools in Ottumwa, IA
5.0
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I offer a loving, safe, fun, learning environment for your infant through school age child, in my home. I am State Licensed and CPR/ First Aid/ AED Certified and I have continuing child care education yearly for over 20 years. I offer a preschool program, 2 meals and 2 snacks a day. I have been...
5.0
"My son has been with Miss Shelia for almost 3 years. She truly loves him and he her. The environment she sets up allows for learning and fun too!"
Liz
3.0
(2)
Teremok Preschool is an early learning facility that offers educational day care programs for preschool and school-age children. Located in Chatsworth, California, the company admits kids between the ages of twelve months old to twelve years old. The company also provides summer camp and various...
5.0
"Our daughter when to preschool at Teremok. She's in 3rd grade now and still has friends she made there. It was a great experience and the teachers really care about the kids."
Jon
5.0
(4)
FIRST STEPS FAMILY DAYCARE - ESTABLISHED in 1993 - by a MONTESSORI trained accredited teacher with 18 Early Childhood Education Units including Infant and Toddler Studies.
Website http://www.firststepsdc.com
Licensed since 1993 (28 yrs) and providing a cozy nurturing home away from home for...
5.0
"We were referred to First Steps by a friend who had her children here. We put our daughter on the waiting list a few months ahead of time so that she could start when she turned 1. Mangala & her helpers are just absolutely wonderful. I know when I drop off my...
Jessica S
5.0
(3)
Welcome to our Nature Based Preschool. Our program's mission is to teach and care for All. No matter their ability or background we treat everyone with respect, worth and patience. Love, Laughs and Learning is what we do best.
Our Licensed Family Childcare program offers a Bilingual Curriculum in...
5.0
"Caring, nurturing, educational, and peace of mind. Just a few words that come to mind when I think of Z's Home daycare. She took time with our son a traditional daycare wouldn't, and our family is forever grateful to her and company. The price is right with Mrs. Z...
Naomi G
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 Love this Childcare Facility... It's a beautiful place to be and a great place to belong."
Tiffanie
5.0
(3)
New Hope Christian School in Keller, Texas is state licensed preschool and childcare program for children 18 months to pre-K children. They offer extremely flexible enrollment options to meet the needs of today's young families. They follow Concordia's One in Christ Chapel Curriculum to stimulate...
5.0
"Amazing and caring staff! Highly recommend, these teachers go above and beyond to make this school not only a friendly and fun learning environment, but also create deep and meaningful relationships with students and parents."
Shai
5.0
(1)
Our building sits on 14 acres in a natural setting where children have plenty of space to nurture their imaginations!
Rainbow Garden Preschool is a preschool for ages 2-6 years. Our preschool merges Montessori, Waldorf and traditional education systems to focus on the whole child. Hours are 9...
5.0
"This school is Amazzzing!!!! They teach Montessori and Waldorf in combination. My little one adapted on day 2. The teachers Miss Lindsay and Miss Jennifer are compassionate, kind and INTELLIGENT. If you are looking to truly help your child evolve and learn, this...
S. W
5.0
(1)
Willow Drive Preschool and Childcare, LLC. is a Colorado State licensed Preschool/Childcare program and a Colorado Shines Level 4 program.
Ms. Jami is a retired educator with an Early Childhood Professional Level V.
We are a small in-home preschool and childcare program inspired by the...
5.0
"Jamie Morgan is a fantastic child care provider. Going back to work without my daughter was one of the hardest things for me, and she gave me so much peace of mind. I am updated throughout the day with photos, and notes of snacks and activities. She has exceeded...
Nicky C
5.0
(3)
We are a preschool for toddlers and Kindergarten preparation.
Before and after school pickup available from Cook Elementary and Hilltop Elementary.
We are open 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Thursday and 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday.
Tutoring available!
Ask about our evening care!
5.0
"Daycare is one of the most difficult choices a parent will make. I always say that trusting someone with my most precious possession, my children, is the highest honor I can bestow. Trust me...you will not make a mistake by entrusting Busy Fingers Daycare with...
Lisa
St Jerome Catholic School and Faithful Beginnings Preschool
384 Roselawn Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
Costimate: $173/wk
5.0
(3)
We are Catholic community that provides education for children from 33 months through 8th grade.
Our preschool and childcare center provides many different options for parents and families. Children can attend preschool from 9:15-11:45am two or three days a week. We also provide before and after...
5.0
"My God son attends St. Jerome. I love the small class room sizes, the staff and their youth programs.
I would highly recommend St. Jerome's to any new families."
Christine
5.0
(2)
SMART START is a licensed preschool providing our young learners with quality education, enrichment and care.
5.0
"My Daughter has attended Smart Start for over a year and I could not rave more about the quality of care and education they provide. I work in education and have continually been blown away by how Mary and Francesca create their curriculum and structure their...
Sophia S
4.6
(5)
Full day childcare and preschool.
Ages 6 weeks to 5 years and school aged to siblings.
Numerous rooms for your child to explore.
Due to such high success, a second location is now open in Selden.
Staff highly trained in ECD and CPR/First Aid.
Very clean, safe, nurturing environment for your...
5.0
"Great daycare! They work with your schedule, Love the children, have a reasonable rates, send picture updates, will work with special diet plans and does wonderful crafts, circle time and pre-school programs with the kids. My daughter loves it there!"
Jessica
5.0
(8)
Ace Tots Preschool in Stockton, CA serves ages 18 months to 6 years. Our goal is to provide a safe, fun and educational environment. Our Preschool is an academics based center and focuses on providing children with an age-appropriate curriculum. Our Preschool building is 6,700 sq ft on 1 acre lot....
5.0
"I love the fact that my son is well taken care of. Not only does he have a fun time playing with his classmates and teachers, but it is certainly a relief from worrying to know that he is safe, and having fun while learning."
Angeline J
5.0
(2)
Primrose is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience, serving children from 6 weeks to Kindergarten and offering a before and after school program.
As The Leader in Educational Child Care , Primrose partners with parents to help children build the...
5.0
"Fantastic school with caring and trained staff!"
Jessica C
5.0
(4)
Aloha, my name is Kimberly.
I am a certified Montessori preschool teacher with a bachelors degree in early childhood development from Liberty University. I have over ten years of childcare experience with various age groups. I am fun, loving, energetic, and enjoy teaching children using the...
5.0
"My family and specifically our two sons had the pleasure of working with Kim as an educator and caregiver during their preschool and kindergarten years. Her background, professional experience, reliability, and personality were a perfect match for our boys. She is...
John D
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)
WE ENROLL CHILDREN 1-5 YEARS OF AGE!
Join us for preschool activities, fun and wonderful friendships!
We focus on:
-Teaching about kindness, manners and having a positive attitude
-Instilling and extending language and vocabulary
-Developing fine and gross motor skills
-Encouraging positive social...
5.0
"Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the nursing program back home so we had to find someone to care for our boys. I was terrified and called almost every...
Kristie L
5.0
(5)
NOW ACCEPTING DES!
While small marvels began as a vision of the ideal preschool, it is now the go-to destination to find highly-qualified early-childhood specialists, an arts integrated curriculum, free and purposeful indoor and outdoor play utilizing state-of-the-art toys, books and learning...
5.0
"I worked with a Melissa, the owner, for several years at a local elementary school. I was a classroom teacher and Melissa was our OMA teacher. She worked with all of the students in the school from K-5 teaching integrated arts. I can say without hesitation that...
Sharon S
5.0
(2)
A wonderful state-licensed Montessori preschool, conveniently located in Hillsborough, close to towns of Bridgewater, Somerville, Manville, Somerset, Bound Brook and Belle Mead. Call to schedule a tour.
We accept students aged 18 months through 6 years old. We are open from 7 am to 6:30 pm....
5.0
"It is a great school. My son is four year old and he loves all teachers especially Mrs. Pallavi. She has great teaching style and very caring nature. She always tries to encourage all students to learn new things."
Yogesh P
5.0
(2)
Welcome to Tender Years Preschool, a quality learning center located in Darby PA - a truly new, innovative and affordable concept in childcare and preschool education.
Our full-time childcare center offers the finest facilities available for children ages 6 weeks to school-aged. Our Pre-K program...
5.0
"I toured Tender Years Preschool and enrolled on the spot. I'm a new mom and I wasn't looking forward to putting my daughter in daycare. The center is always clean and I liked that the teachers introduced themselves and answered all of my questions. No complaints"
Tasha M
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Ottumwa, IA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Ottumwa, IA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Ottumwa, IA. 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 Ottumwa, IA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Ottumwa, IA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Ottumwa, IA, 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 Ottumwa, IA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Ottumwa, IA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Ottumwa, IA 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 Ottumwa, IA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.