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Little Ones Child Care and Preschool

2555 Garfield Rd. N. Traverse City, MI

5.0(3)
Preschool
Child care
Little Ones Child Care and Preschool is a mission of Fellowship Church in Traverse City, though you do not need to be a member to attend. We use a research based curriculum that was developed in Michigan. Christian education is woven into our day. All classrooms attend Chapel on Wednesdays. We provide year round care for...

Rebecca says "Being able to leave your child in the hands of safe and caring staff and having that piece of mind is priceless. My daughter walks in with a smile and that...

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Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Our mission is to provide a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe, loved and a part of our class family. We encourage the love of learning, the love of books and the love of creating! All activities are carefully designed to nurture the whole child. Our unique Home Preschool offers various activities that are...
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YMCA Child Development Center

1027 McRae Hill Rd Traverse City, MI

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Year round educational based Child Care. Serving ages 3 weeks- 5 years. Full-time and Part-time options. FREE YMCA FAMILY MEMBERSHIP! (With Full-Time enrollment) Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, Kindergarten readiness, M-F, 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. coverage.
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Pathways Preschool

703 Rose St. Traverse City, MI

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
Pathways Preschool is expanding soon from a group childcare home to a childcare center. We focus on creating secure attachments to caregivers and healthy patterns of relating to peers and adults while developing the whole child. Pathways serves an organic menu.
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Healthy Start Child Care

227 E 11th St Traverse City, MI

At Healthy Start Child Care, we care for young children, working together with parents to give their children a happy, healthy start. In my home, children will feel secure and excited to explore their world and parents will feel confident that their children are safe, well-cared for and learning skills to be successful in school...
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Bethany's Daycare

4220 Lynnwood Drive Traverse City, MI

In-home daycare on the west side of Traverse City, near Long Lake. I have had 16+ years of child care experience, including being a nanny, working in preschools and working for the Munson Childcare Educational Department. I am CPR/First Aid/Infant Safe Sleep Certified. I have attended many different childcare trainings and have...
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Central Day Care Center

4100 Barnes Rd Traverse City, MI

State license verified

Child care
Central Day Care Center in Traverse City, Michigan is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 74 children from infants to school age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.
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First Years Day Care

583 Amy Ave Traverse City, MI

Child care
First Years Day Care in Traverse City, MI takes the whole-child approach in their elementary education program. They meet the student's emotional, intellectual, behavioral, and social needs to develop their self-confidence and perform successfully in school. They teach the skills necessary for a strong foundation in leadership...
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Happy Hearts Daycare

1239 Smith Rd Traverse City, MI

Child care
Happy Hearts Daycare offers educational childcare services for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. It is located at 1239 Smith Road, Traverse City, Michigan and has a capacity of six children. Happy Hearts Daycare is open Mondays through Fridays, serving the growth and developmental needs of children in a...
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Julie English

605 Amy Ave Traverse City, MI

Child care
Julie English is a childcare provider based in Traverse City, Michigan. She runs a licensed childcare facility that caters to infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. Julie English offers daytime childcare services from Mondays through Fridays and accommodates up to six children. She offers a nurturing...
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Judy Ritter

1651 Woodward Ave Traverse City, MI

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
In-Home daycare
Judy Ritter provides a childcare and preschool program in Traverse City, Michigan. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Judy Ritter's licensed childcare home welcomes...
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Lally, Mary Jo

904 W Forestlane Dr Traverse City, MI

Child care
Lally, Mary Jo in Traverse City, Michigan, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant to seventeen years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole child...
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Traverse City Co-Op Preschool

720 S Elmwood Ave Ste 1 Traverse City, MI

Preschool
Child care
Traverse City Co-Op Preschool offers play-based education programs for children ages three, four, and five years old. The center serves the Traverse City in Michigan and provides a structured curriculum that features teacher-led activities as well as adequate time for free play. The center has morning and afternoon classes, and...
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Bright Beginnings Preschool and Childcare Centers

4100 Barnes Rd. Traverse City, MI

We are a Christian program focusing on early childhood education. We have a big heart for children and we love what we do! We are open at 6:30. We strive to provide the best care and education for our students. We carefully select our staff for their warm, caring personalities and their backgrounds in early childhood...
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Welcome to Building Blocks Preschool and Child Development Center, conveniently located near downtown Traverse City, Michigan. At Building Blocks, we provide the supportive and caring environment your child needs to prepare for kindergarten. The staff at Building Blocks implements themed lesson plans using hands-on activities...
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Dawn Buckel

304 Cochlin St Traverse City, MI

Child care
Dawn Buckel in Traverse City, Michigan seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. They are a home-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 6 children from infants to school age.
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PATHWAYS PRESCHOOL, LLC

818 Munson Ave Traverse City, MI

Preschool
Child care
Pathways Preschool, LLC provides center-based educational daycare programs designed to enhance children’s fundamental skills, social relations, and creativity. Based in Traverse City, Michigan, Pathways Preschool accepts children between the ages of 12 weeks old and five years old. Their facility is open year-round, during...
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Cheryl Day Care

1724 Rasho Rd Traverse City, MI

Preschool
Child care
Cheryl Day Care in Traverse City, MI features developmentally appropriate programs for preschool kids every Mondays to Fridays. They focus on the children's fundamental skills in a positive atmosphere where the kids learn while having fun. They offer a state-licensed, stimulating, and secure environment where they support the...
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Angel Care Preschool & Child Care

834 Hastings St Traverse City, MI

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Preschool, Toddler and Infant programs; all food is included in pricing. es
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A Little School House at Centre ICE

1600 Chartwell Dr Suite F Traverse City, MI

Preschool
Child care
A Little School House at Centre ICE is a licensed daycare and preschool provider located in Traverse City, Michigan. It aims to provide an educational environment that will nurture children ages three months to five years old. The School offers programs designed to cater to every child's needs. It is operational Monday through...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Traverse City, MI

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

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Traverse City, MI, 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 Traverse City, MI.

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

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