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Preschools in Tampa, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 59 reviews of the 200 listed preschools

7407 - La Petite Academy on Mapledale Blvd

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.

Kiddie Academy of Carrollwood

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care...

- Natalie V.

Kiddie Academy of Westchase

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care...

- Natalie V.

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7407 - La Petite Academy on Mapledale Blvd

15707 MAPLEDALE DR TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

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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O2B Kids South Westshore

4302 W EUCLID AVE TAMPA, FL

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
O2B Kids South Westshore is open! The first 5 years of your child's life establishes a foundation for lifetime success! Our Preschool program focuses on giving children a variety of experiences in the classroom as well as on the playground to build strong circuits in the brain. Children learn best through PLAY and that is what...
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O2B Kids South Tampa

3202 W GANDY BLVD TAMPA, FL

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O2B Kids South Tampa is open! You can enroll now to reserve your child's spot at our newest school. Serving Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K, VPK & School Age children, our South Tampa, Florida location provides a literacy-rich environment with highly-trained staff to create a superior program that will help get your child ready for...
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STEAM Preschool Academy at Netpark Tampa Bay

5015 N 56TH ST TAMPA, FL

State license verified

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
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Kiddie Academy of Carrollwood

15320 CASEY RD TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child 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...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Kiddie Academy of Westchase

12101 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child 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...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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EDUCATED MINDS ACADEMY, INC.

10025 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE TAMPA, FL

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
We are committed to providing every child with the best possible care and learning experience. We hold high standards for our school and staff members. We have an exceptional educational curriculum that focuses on both traditional as well as web based approach. We are independently owned and operated.
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Real Life Agile Learning Center

111. E. Sligh Ave Tampa, FL

5.0(4)
Academic
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
+ 8 more
An agile culture and community of families who connect with one another and provide support with the option of enrolling in a revolutionary K-12 experience and child-centered space in Tampa for self-directed learning! an alternative private school for K-12 students. Home-school friendly, part-time or full-time options...

Mary W. says "The times I've visited I was warmly welcomed by all the children and facilitators. It truly is a fun learning community with extended opportunities for all...

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3256 - The Children's Courtyard of Citrus Park - COMING SOON!

7920 GUNN HWY TAMPA, FL

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At The Children’s Courtyard, your child is given plenty of room to excel. With state-of-the-art equipment and a refined atmosphere, our campus-like, two-building facilities offer plenty of room for your child to think big and become the best possible version of him or herself. Here, your child will learn alongside other...
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CHILDREN'S GARDEN

4106 N 15th St Tampa, FL

State license verified

Academic
Reggio emilia
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
+ 3 more
Children's Garden is dedicated to providing a wide variety of childcare services to parents and their children. We work to increase the skills and basic knowledge of your children as well as prepare them for further education at school. With our childcare services, you can be sure your child will not be bored but will have a...
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Progress Village Christian Academy

8722 PROGRESS BLVD TAMPA, FL

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Faith based
Preschool
Kindergarten
🏫Progress Village Christian Academy is a Preschool & Elementary school in TAMPA, FL. They offer Academic, Cooperative & Faith-based learning. Staff are certified in CPR training, First Aid training, Child Development Associate (CDA), Early Child Development coursework as well as Certified Elementary Teachers. They offer...

April D. says "They are a great daycare. They are very reliable. I have two of my children there. I am very pleased with their staff and service."

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Lil Tots Learning Center

3042 S 78TH ST TAMPA, FL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
At Lil Tots Learning Center, we provide a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can learn and grow from infancy through school age. Our dedicated teachers create engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage creativity, independence, and a love for learning. From early milestones like tummy time and first...

Care Member says "My son has been attending Lil Tots Learning Center since he was just 4 months old, and now at 18 months I can truly see how much he has grown and...

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Palma Ceia Presbyterian Preschool

3501 W SAN JOSE ST TAMPA, FL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$850/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Faith based
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 1 more
With strong, deep roots serving the South Tampa community, Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church has been here since 1928. Our preschool was established in 1979 and we have been serving all the children of South Tampa ever since. Palma Ceia Presbyterian Preschool supports the learning and development of children through full...

Lauren D. says "We have three children, and my family has had at least one child (sometimes two) at Palma Ceia Presbyterian Preschool each year for the last seven years....

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BRIDGES AT WESLEY EARLY LEARNING CENTER

6100 MEMORIAL HWY TAMPA, FL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1071/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
Bridges Preschool was nominated best preschool of Tampa Bay for 5 consecutive years, bringing us to the Business Hall of Fame in 2023. Families love that we have small ratios and follow a faith base curriculum. We are open over the summer and include activities such as: water days, foam parties, bounce house fun, chapel and...

Jean D. says "My son has been there since he was 7 weeks old, and we have had positive experience. The Caregivers are knowledgeable and kind. The turn-over is low and so...

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7410 - La Petite Academy on S. Village Drive

13502 S VILLAGE DR TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

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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7406 - La Petite Academy on W. Humphrey

3818 W HUMPHREY ST TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

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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7408 - La Petite Academy on Paula Drive

7511 PAULA DR TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

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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7409 - La Petite Academy on Regents Park Drive

9005 REGENTS PARK DR TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
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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Top Kids Bilingual Preschool

6701 S. Manhattan Ave Tampa, FL

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Top Kids Bilingual Preschool" is a new option in Tampa for parents who want their children to learn a second language (Spanish). Our community recognizes that as the world becomes more connected through economic policies, political strategies, business partnerships and social networks, our youth must be better prepared to...

NO N says "LOVE the staff! They are very friendly and nice to the kids. Place is very clean and organized! Just love the fact that they provide English class in the...

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Barbara Heath Family Daycare

7009 Danewood Court Tampa, FL

5.0(6)
I am a professional LICENSED in-home child care provider for the past 20 years in Hillsborough County with Background check, CPR, First Aid, Early Literacy, Kindergarten School Readiness and additional educational classes taken yearly. I provide a CLEAN, SAFE, LOVING and LEARNING environment for children, infant - 5 yr. I have...

Taryne says "Ms.Barbara has been so good to our family. From taking care of my nieces for years to taking my son last minute for pre-k, she has always been flexible,...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Tampa, FL

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

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

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

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