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Preschools in Sarasota, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

7398 - La Petite Academy of Sarasota

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

CAPOKIDS Preschool / After-school

We have been very happy with the care and attention they provide to our son. Super friendly staff and very accommodating.

- Care member

The Treehouse

My daughter has been going to the Treehouse for over a year and we absolutely love it. I couldn’t ask for a better school to send her to. As...

- Care member

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7398 - La Petite Academy of Sarasota

4507 VINTAGE DR SARASOTA, FL

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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CAPOKIDS Preschool / After-school

4672 MCINTOSH LN SARASOTA, FL

5.0(8)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
International
Cooperative
Preschool
+ 2 more
Capokids The Martial Arts Preschools with 3 locations in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch All locations have a High Class Score for VPK Celebrating 25 years serving our community The intention of CapoKids Preschool is to instill in children a lifelong love of learning. We provide opportunities for children to create, explore,...

Care Member says "We have been very happy with the care and attention they provide to our son. Super friendly staff and very accommodating."

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I have owned a licensed family childcare business for 32 years. I was a former school teacher in New York City Most of the children are enrolled as infants, beginning at 2 months old and usually remain in my care until they are 4 or begin kindergarten. My curriculum is a hands on approach to learning . They are encouraged to...
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The Treehouse

5647 BENEVA RD SARASOTA, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 4 more
At The Treehouse, we pride ourselves on being a warm, safe, inclusive environment where children can learn and flourish. With small class sizes (7 maximum in each class) we give individualized attention and learning goals, as well as loving guidance and care. With top-notch cleanliness and safety protocols, as well as an...

Care Member says "My daughter has been going to the Treehouse for over a year and we absolutely love it. I couldn’t ask for a better school to send her to. As a new mom,...

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The Gan at Temple Sinai

4631 S. Lockwood Ridge Road Sarasota, FL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Preschool

Alexis R. says "This is an amazing school. Everyone is super nice and the school is very clean. All the kids are happy. My daughter who is 2 loves going and is so excited...

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The Learning Chest Inc

447 N Lime Ave Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
+ 2 more
FOUR STAR SCHOOL!! Our intimate campus is a friendly inviting place to learn and explore. We pride ourselves in the love and nurturing we give to all children. We offer a skillfully prepared curriculum, where children have hands on experiences. Through play, children have the opportunity to explore and interact with...

Sara N says "Great place! The teachers are absolutely top notch! Very personable and loving. I had my child enrolled and she was more than prepared for kindergarten."

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Children First Oak Street

2036 Oak St Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Children First Oak Street is a private, charitable, non-profit organization that serves vulnerable children, from birth to five years old, and their families. It provides children with a safe, healthy, and stimulating environment, with nutritious meals, suitable for children's growth and development. It also provides educational...

Andrea W says "I have Children First to be invaluable when I suddenly became a relative caregiver for my two grandsons. Carolyn as well as Pattie were truly a gift to...

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The Learning Cottage Preschool

4965 Ringwood Mdws Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)

Matthew R. says "The quality of education and care my family enjoys here is unlike anything in the area - and I've searched. I'm consistently amazed at the...

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La Petite Academy of Sarasota, FL

4507 Vintage Dr Sarasota, FL

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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An Apple a Day Academy

4055 Bee Ridge Rd Sarasota, FL

Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Healthy Green School offering exceptional care in a truly organic environment
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School Ave Child Care Center

823 S School Ave Sarasota, FL

Preschool
Child care
Quality care at affordable prices! We aacept children 12 months to 5 years of age, and offer flexible acheduling and part time care. We feature small group sizes and a clean, comforu, family-like setting. Call for details on how to receive a FREE week of care!
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Kiddie Academy of Sarasota

7290 CANNON ST SARASOTA, FL

Preschool
Child care
Day Care
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...
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The Selby Preschool

4405 Desoto Road Sarasota, FL

Montessori
Special needs
Preschool
Child care
The Selby Preschool provides children, ages 1 through kindergarten, with a high-quality, inclusive, Montessori-style early childhood education. Selby's focus of connecting children of different backgrounds and abilities encourages empathy, as well as social and emotional skills that will benefit children throughout their entire...
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Albatross Learning Centers

7323 Merchant Ct Sarasota, FL

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Preschool
+ 1 more
Welcome to Albatross Learning Centers! We are a loving, caring and affordable preschool Center for young learners aging 1 to 5 years old. We are located at Sarasota, Florida, in the Lakewood Ranch area near University Parkway and we enjoy serving our community. We also pride in our parent's involvement. Being a small...
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Little Pilgrim Preschool

1031 S. Euclid Ave Sarasota, FL

This program is currently closed.
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Artista's Sweet Baby Childcare Services

37 South Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL

Preschool
Child care
Artista's Sweet Baby Childcare Services Provide Child Care Solutions to help you!! Artista is a Visual & Performing Arts Center located in the heart of Sarasota. Visit our website at www.artistavpa.com for dance, art and many other visual and performing arts classes held weekly Monday thru Saturday. Artista's Sweet Baby...
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LEARNING ACADEMY OF SARASOTA

133 MCINTOSH RD SARASOTA, FL

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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Swiss Day Pre School Inc

4010 Camino Real Sarasota, FL

Preschool
Swiss Day Preschool Inc is an educational facility that serves the community of Sarasota FL. It offers a warm and caring environment and provides age-appropriate learning programs for children. The school promotes self-confidence and discipline by allowing children to have hands-on experience.
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Little Peoples Place

374 Scott Ave Sarasota, FL

Preschool
Child care
Little Peoples Place located at 374 Scott Avenue, Sarasota, Florida, offers basic childcare and learning services. The center if open from seven AM to five-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including...
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Lakeside Academy & Preschool

8000 Bee Ridge Road Sarasota, FL

Preschool
The Lakeside Academy & Preschool in Sarasota, Florida provides childcare and preschool education for two to five year-old children. They provide age-level and developmentally-appropriate activities to develop the children's emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development based on child-initiated activities. The Lakeside...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Sarasota, FL

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

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Sarasota, FL, 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 Sarasota, FL.

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

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