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Preschools in Painesville, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 37 listed preschools

0564 - Childtime of Painesville

We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share...

- Mary G.

NEW LIFE CHILDCARE CENTER

Great staff and always considerate of keeping the parents up to date with what's going on. It has only been a month, but it's been an...

- Brianna J.

The Sandbox Daycare

Sandbox daycare is a great place for your child to get a great experience. Your child will get a good learning experience. The staff there...

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0564 - Childtime of Painesville

2603 RIVERSIDE DR PAINESVILLE, OH

5.0(1)

State license verified

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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Delaware Montessori

1455 Greenfield Ln. Painesville, OH

My name is Michelle, and I am a Montessori trained teacher with over 25 years of experience. I have a Montessori preschool/kindergarten in a nurturing and cozy homeschool setting! My classroom is a fully equipped for up to 6 children. Studies include reading, math, science, art, geography, gardening, cooking, and much more! I...
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Childtime of Painesville

2603 Riverside Dr Painesville, OH

State license verified

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...
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GROWING HANDS DAYCARE, LLC

1697 MENTOR AVE PAINESVILLE, OH

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
+ 2 more
We're an award-winning early education center located across from Classic Buick of mentor Ave in Painesville township. We are a creative learning-based center that guides our children towards learning in an engaging playful environment that promotes exploration, cognitive challenges, and healthy well being.
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Love's Childcare & Preschool, LLC

7988 Viewmount Dr Painesville, OH

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Love's Childcare & Preschool, LLC has been serving the community of Painesville, Ohio since 2004. It offers a safe, warm and nurturing atmosphere that caters to the growth and developmental needs of children. The school provides age-appropriate activities designed to stimulate children's natural curiosity and learning ability.
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Coleridge Day Care & Preschool

10410 Buckeye Rd Painesville, OH

Child care
Preschool
Coleridge Day Care & Preschool recognizes and respects the individuality of each child. The staff explores and encourages a child’s individuality by creating an atmosphere of unconditional acceptance. The school fosters the individual development of each child and enhance confidence and self-direction.
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Painesville Christian Academy

6235 Chestnut St. Painesville, OH

Child ratio's are dependent on the age of the children. Toddlers from ages 18 months to 3 years old are in a 1:7 teacher ratio, Preschool 1:10, PreK 1:12.
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Goddard Preschool

7465 Fredle Rd Painesville, OH

Child care
Goddard Preschool is an educational facility that provides programs designed to support children’s development and discovery of talents and abilities. It offers an enriching environment and uses curriculum that foster self-confidence and sense of freedom among children. The center promotes active learning by providing play-based...
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Luv, Learn-n-Laughter Child Development Center

2603 Riverside Drive Painesville, OH

The Best Child Development Program for children 6 wks. to 12 yrs. old (Child Care, Pre-School, & Latch Key). At Luv, Learn-n-Laughter we provide a structured, nurturing and loving environment where children learn naturally and easily. Our program has a child centered, developmentally appropriate curriculum. Because a...
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Painesville Christian Academy Preschool and Daycare

6235 Chestnut St. Painesville, OH

Faith based
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Painesville Christian Academy has been in existence for over 40 years. We are here to educate children from 18 months old up through pre-k. Our goal is to have each and every student ready for kindergarten when they leave us as pre-k graduates! We also exist to teach our students how to love like Jesus.
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NEW LIFE CHILDCARE CENTER

4080 CALL RD PERRY, OH

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Faith based
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 1 more
Our mission at New Life Childcare Center is to provide a caring, warm, and safe Christian environment for children to enjoy a developmentally appropriate play experience. We aim to nurture children’s God-given talents by providing nurturing care to the children and their families. We strive to help the children learn, create...

Brianna J. says "Great staff and always considerate of keeping the parents up to date with what's going on. It has only been a month, but it's been an amazing experience...

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The Sandbox Daycare

6135 HEISLEY RD MENTOR, OH

4.0(15)

State license verified

starting at
$1180/mo
Cooperative
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
Welcome to The Sandbox Daycare – Where Little Minds Grow and Big Imaginations Soar! At The Sandbox Daycare, we believe childhood should be full of wonder, creativity, and hands-on learning. Our goal is to create a nurturing environment where your child feels safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around...

Care Member says "Sandbox daycare is a great place for your child to get a great experience. Your child will get a good learning experience. The staff there is awesome....

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CREATIVE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER

6135 HEISLEY RD MENTOR, OH

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
At Creative Explorers our mission is to offer children a nurturing, positive learning environment while simultaneously offering hands on exploration by focusing on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) at a developmentally appropriate level. Our staff focus on scaffolding each individual child's learning and...

Megen C. says "The center is super clean the staff is super, friendly - I have not had a bad experience!"

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Just For Me Home Daycare

7561 Fern Dr. Mentor, OH

5.0(4)
Just For Me Home Daycare At Just For Me Home Daycare, we provide a warm, nurturing, and structured environment where infants, toddlers, and preschoolers can grow, learn, and thrive. Our program focuses on helping young children build a strong foundation of positive manners, social skills, and behavior habits that will support...

Shellie P. says "Just For Me = Miss Cindy a wonderful lady who has your childrens best interests in mind. She helped me raise two beautiful smart respectful girls. Both...

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ILEARN NATURE SCHOOL

16200 BURROWS RD THOMPSON, OH

5.0(2)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We believe the ultimate goal of education is to inspire students to find their intrinsic motivations. We aim to provide authentic learning experiences to help learners discover their zones of Genius, and turn their passions into decisive life advantages. We are a nature based center focusing on "unplugged play" to foster...

Courtney A. says "Heather sends me pictures of my daughter during the day. with parent permission, she has a Facebook ilearn group and will post there - it is so much fun...

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PAINESVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

6235 CHESTNUT ST CONCORD TWP, OH

5.0(3)
starting at
$792/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Faith based
+ 3 more
Painesville Christian Academy, a prominent childcare center, stands as a beacon of excellence in early childhood education. With a rich history spanning over 63 years, this institution has continuously evolved to provide an unparalleled environment for young minds to flourish. Painesville Christian Academy stands out due to its...

Amber M. says "PCA has been part of our family history for 3 generations. My father attended when he was young, and I attended from the age of 4 years old and graduated...

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Dedicated to Children Early Learning Center

6970 HEISLEY RD MENTOR, OH

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$960/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Montessori
+ 4 more
Dedicated To Children Early Learning Center has proudly served the Mentor, Ohio community since 2001, providing quality care for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years. Licensed for up to 81 children, we create a safe, loving, and stimulating environment where curiosity, creativity, and confidence can flourish. More than just...

Care Member says "We’ve had such a wonderful experience with this daycare ! Our child has grown so much—socially, emotionally, and academically—since starting here. The...

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Mentor Christian Preschool

8600 Lakeshore Blvd. Mentor, OH

5.0(2)
Faith based
Academic
Preschool

Jon D says "All 3 of our children have gone to this preschool. It's a caring and friendly environment. It was a great way to get them ready for Kindergarten."

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Mentor Child Academy

9423 Mentor Ave Mentor, OH

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Child care
Preschool
MENTOR CHILD ACADEMY Now OPEN!! NOW ENROLLING! CALL 440-255-4188 9423 Mentor Ave in the Heisley Pointe Plaza Ages 6 wks to 12 yrs. Latchkey available! OPEN 6:30 AM UNTIL 6:00 PM *Administration with over 20 years in the Early Childhood Education field! *Experienced...

Sharon H. says "Awesome new childcare center! Recently renovated and beautiful! Education based care."

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Little Scholars

9220 Lakeshore Blvd. Mentor, OH

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
4 Convenient Locations! North Mentor Campus 9220 Lakeshore Blvd. Mentor, OH 44060 440-257-6600 South Mentor Campus 7464 Tyler Blvd. Mentor, OH 44060 440-942-8694 Willoughby Campus 37912 Third Street Willoughby, OH 44095 440-951-3596 All Stars Summer Camp 9230 Lakeshore Blvd. Mentor, OH 44060 440-257-6601 Little Scholars'...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Painesville, OH

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

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Painesville, OH, 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 Painesville, OH.

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

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