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816 Diablo Rd Danville
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Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...

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3459R Galway Rd Ballston Spa
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Every day, we’re nurturing young learners and preparing children for a bright future. At Childtime, our sensitive, respectful teachers are building trusting, secure relationships with children that...

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1510 Business Center Dr Orange Park
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Every day, we’re nurturing young learners and preparing children for a bright future. At Childtime, our sensitive, respectful teachers are building trusting, secure relationships with children that...

The school is a great place for children to come and learn and play. The staff are friendly and care about the whole family, not just the children.

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Difference between daycare and preschool?

Truly, there aren't many differences between daycare and preschool. Both settings care for children and nurture social-emotional development and early academics. Some daycares even have preschool classrooms! The main differences may be in the hours offered, as daycares cater to the schedules of working parents.

Preschool Program

Preschool programs provide early education for children ages 2 to 5, with a focus on developing foundational skills through structured play and guided instruction. These programs use age-appropriate curricula that introduce early literacy, math, problem-solving, and social skills in a fun, engaging environment. Teachers support each child’s growth through hands-on activities, storytelling, group projects, and creative play that encourage curiosity and communication. The goal is to prepare children for kindergarten by building confidence, independence, and a love for learning in a nurturing classroom setting.

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At what age do kids start preschool?

Most preschool programs are geared toward children who are three or four years old. However, lots of preschools offer toddler classes for children as young as eighteen months old, so it depends on the needs of your family and what is available where you live.

Are preschool and kindergarten the same?

Preschool and kindergarten are definitely not the same. Preschool is what helps prepare children socially and academically for future success in kindergarten. Typically, children attend a preschool program or daycare prior to attending kindergarten but lots of children don't and that is okay too!

Should all children attend preschool?

Preschool teaches children way more than their ABCs and 123s. In preschool, children learn how to be a part of a group, learn to trust adults other than their parents, and how to navigate friendships.

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