Preschools in the Dallas Area
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Dallas KidsOutAndAbout Preschool Newsletter |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
Are you planning to have your children attend preschool this year? Or are you thinking about whether it's the best option for your family? Do you have a friend who is thinking about preschool for her kids? If any of these is true, this special annual edition of our newsletter is for YOU! We provide not only options for where to start your search in our area, but also some tips for what to
think about and what to look for as you start the process.
KidsOutAndAbout has a large list of local preschools that have posted to our site; this list is provided in the LISTS/Preschools & Childcare list linked from the menu on every page of
KidsOutAndAbout. In this newsletter, first, we have some featured preschools with descriptions of their programs. Next, we provide a list of links to some additional schools. And last, we provide tips for helping you evaluate preschools when you visit, to see if they are right for you.
Remember: SAVE THIS NEWSLETTER and forward it along! If you or one of your friends is in the market for a preschool, it's a handy
reference.
—Debra Ross, publisher |
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At our preschool, your child’s happiness, safety, and growth come first. Our engaging curriculum sparks curiosity in literacy, math, art, science while also prioritizing social-emotional development, giving learners the strong foundations they need to
thrive. Inside our bright, welcoming classrooms, teachers inspire learning, encourage kindness and respect, and help each child build meaningful friendships. We believe learning is a journey best shared, so we keep you connected every step of the way with updates on what your child is discovering and achieving. When children feel safe, valued, and excited to come to school each day, they develop a love of learning that lasts a lifetime!
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Calvary Lutheran School is passionate about inspiring young minds to love learning from the earliest of ages as we serve them whole heart, whole child, and whole family. Our qualified, Christian teachers see their work not just as a responsibility, but as
a calling. Our curriculum and instruction integrates social, emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual development to prepare children not just for academic success, but to grow in wisdom, creativity, purpose, and confidence for life. We believe that children thrive when school and home partner together, so our program was built to intentionally include caregivers and parents in their child's learning. Calvary is fully accredited and serves families with excellence and compassion, from
preschool through 8th grade.
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We are a mixed-age, developmentally appropriate preschool for ages 3-5. Our cooperative philosophy ensures that each little heart and mind is nurtured by a loving village of families who are dedicated to our mission. Our curriculum offers a range of
appropriate choices that meet the needs and interests of each child. What they learn is guided by individual readiness, ability and interest, not by age. Our teachers strive to offer appropriate learning activities that support children’s continuous growth. The youngest students learn best through guided play. Building gross and fine motor skills, social interactions and problem solving, play-based learning is key to our approach. Oral language, emergent literacy, pre-math, listening and many
other skills are core to our curriculum. As a cooperative school, parents are provided great insight into their child’s development. With parents in the classroom one day a month on average, they have a real hands-on involvement in their preschooler’s…
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Welcome to Little Learners Daycare Center, your trusted, state-licensed childcare and early learning facility in Duncanville, TX. Proudly serving families in the Dallas areas of 75237 and 75232, and beyond, we specialize in high-quality education and care
for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Our diverse programs range from infant care, preschool, before school, to after-school activities, all designed to support early childhood development in a nurturing, safe environment. Recognizing the needs of our community, we proudly accept childcare assistance, including CCA/CCMS, to ensure our premium services are accessible to all families. Join us and see the difference commitment and care can make in your child’s educational journey.
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For half a century, Preston Hollow has been dedicated to the care and education of the learning different student. Because our school is a deliberately small school, teachers and students are able to recognize the needs, strengths, and potential of each
individual. Small class sizes and the close relationships students have with their teachers are the cornerstones of Preston Hollow.
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Since 1958, St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic School has focused providing a quality academic education, which enhances the development of each student's potential, and encourages acceptance of the Christian responsibility to share one's gifts in service of
community through works of charity, peace, and justice. We serve students in grades PK3-8th grade.
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Temple Emanu-El is a vibrant Reform Jewish community that strives to be a place of sacred encounter. It is a place where learning, prayer and deeds change people’s understanding of themselves, of their world and their responsibilities in it. The Temple
Emanu-El Early Childhood Education Center’s mission is to create a welcoming, Jewish, inquiry-based, play-driven, child-centered community empowering thinkers, innovators, and globally minded children who embrace other cultures while shaping the future. Our curriculum approaches promote play-based, inquiry-driven learning that follows the lead of the child and see educators as facilitators and partners in learning.
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The Hockaday School is a PK-12 day and boarding independent school in Dallas, Texas which provides a college preparatory education for girls of strong potential and diverse backgrounds who may be expected to assume positions of responsibility and leadership
in a rapidly changing world.
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Trinity Christian Academy is an independent coeducational school for grades PreK - 12 which offers Christian families and their children a demanding, college preparatory curriculum within a Christian community committed to integrating Biblical faith and
learning.
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Wonderland Montessori of McKinney opened its doors in 2011 and serves children from 8 weeks to 6 years in our core Montessori programs; our students come mostly from McKinney, Frisco, Allen, Prosper and Little Elm. At Wonderland Montessori, every child is
recognized as a unique individual with boundless potential. The experienced and dedicated educators foster a holistic approach to education, blending traditional Montessori principles with modern teaching methodologies.
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Serving children in PreK - 8 grade, we believe that each child is uniquely created and loved by God; therefore, we are called to provide a safe and supportive community committed to academic excellence, faith formation and service. Through teaching,
motivating and inspiring as Jesus did, we strive to transform our students and school community spiritually, morally, intellectually, physically and emotionally. St. Patrick Catholic School Graduates have a mission rooted in their Catholic faith to use their God-given gifts to serve others and participate wholeheartedly in communities in which they live; they are well equipped with skills and knowledge to transform their world.
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Coram Deo Academy is a Pre-K to 11th grade Christian, Classical, and University-Model® school in Dallas. Students attend on-campus classes two to three days per week and study with a parent at home the remaining days. CDA offers fine arts, athletics,
leadership programs, and more! CDA also has campuses in Collin County and Flower Mound.
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What kind of preschool best suits your child?
Those nice parenting articles always tell you to make sure you choose a preschool that best suits your child's personality--but then rarely provide any specifics on what will give you those clues. Children vary widely in their responses to different situations. Think
about where your child falls on the following dimensions, and think about your own personal preferences for what a preschool experience should be like for your child. Then, when you visit preschools, ask the administrators (and observe yourself) about how well the school's philosophy matches your children's needs. - Playing and learning: Do these seem like separate times at the preschool, or are play and learning time integrated?
- The setting: Is your goal to get your child used
to a school setting, or is it important that the setting feel more like home?
- Specific learning goals: Do you have academic milestones or religious needs that you would like met? Think about this before you set out, and refine your thoughts as you visit more schools.
- Introverts and extroverts: If your child falls on one end of introvert-extrovert scale, it's important to realize this and see what would be expected of them at each preschool (especially important for the
introverts).
- Active play: Does the school provide resources for physically active play that match your child's needs?
- Rest: Kids have different rhythms and requirements for rest. Think about what your child's specific needs are to ensure that they will be accommodated.
- Structure: Some kids do better with lots of structure, while other families feel that they already have enough structure and prefer that a preschool ensure lots of time for unstructured play and
interaction.
- Discipline: What happens when kids misbehave at school? Does the school's philosophy match yours?
- Safety: Safety is a big concern. Think carefully about your standards for keeping kids safe, and observe how the school meets your expectations.
If your child attends (or attended) a great preschool that is not currently on our big preschool list (the easiest way to find out is to search in the big search bar on the top of every KidsOutAndAbout page), please
email me back and we'll contact them immediately to see if they'd like to be on this list! |
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