Preschools in the Memphis Area
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Memphis 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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Buntyn has been the preschool of choice in Memphis for over 75 years! Buntyn offers year-round progressive learning for ages 6 months-6 years in a small, nurturing environment that feels like home. Because of our small size, teachers and children are able
to form close relationships that last way beyond their preschool graduation day. We operate 5 days a week from 7:30 am-5:30 pm August-May. Families are given the option to enroll for summer camp any number of days per week any weeks of the summer in June and July. For more information, to schedule a tour, or for a copy of the school calendar, email us anytime.
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At Porter-Leath Preschool, we know that preparing your child for lifelong success is a priority. That is why our staff and educators are here to help your child reach their full potential by developing a love of learning. Our research-based curriculum
explores science, math, and literacy, with fun, imagination-driven lessons. Porter-Leath Preschool's goal is to ensure that every child is kindergarten ready - academically, socially and emotionally! Reflecting the Porter-Leath's goal of top-quality programming, Porter-Leath Preschool is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and maintain 3-star recognition from the Tennessee Department of Human Services.
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Lamplighter Montessori School provides a student-centered education, rooted in the Maria Montessori Method. We are an inclusive, respectful environment designed to foster each child’s talents, self-discovery, and love of learning. The vision of Lamplighter
Montessori School is to be a leader in the Mid-South in providing an excellent education that is rooted in the Maria Montessori Method. Serving children from age 18 months to 14 years. Visit our website for more information and to see if Lamplighter Montessori the right fit for your family!
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At Memphis' Dominican Community of Schools, we have long been committed to creating an environment where every student feels the love and confidence that fuels achievement and success. This is central to our powerful and unique model of two schools in one
community.
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Our school provides infant, preschool, and school age care. Every program offers age-appropriate activities that support the development and growth of your child. We pride ourselves on our safe environment we have a state-of-the-art monitoring system in
every classroom and playground.
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Lord of Life Lutheran Preschool is a ministry of Lord of Life Lutheran Church. The church established the preschool in 2001, recognizing the need for excellence in early childhood education. The school is licensed by the state of Tennessee Department of
Human Services and is a Three-Star Rated School (out of three stars). We believe that the spiritual development of a young child is essential to the total growth process. We provide a nurturing environment where children develop an awareness of God's love through example and practice. We believe this Christian environment is essential for children to grow socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically and spiritually.
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The Maria Montessori School is the premier Montessori (AMI) program in the Mid-South, focused on the education and nurture of children 18 months to 14 years of age. Located in downtown Memphis, nestled between the Mississippi and Wolf River.
Maria Montessori School is a nonprofit, nondenominational, nondiscriminatory school. MMS aims to provide an environment that frees the child to develop his or her full academic, emotional and spiritual potential.
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The mission of Su Casa Preschool (SCP) is to provide an exceptional Christian, dual-language education specifically for children from low-income households and immigrant, Spanish-speaking homes. Our unique program is designed to partner with parents to
provide infants through preschoolers a safe and nurturing environment where they can reach appropriate developmental milestones and prepare for entry into kindergarten.
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Our company is based on the belief the children come first. Our entire staff is committed to meeting those needs. The best compliment we can receive in business is from repeat customers and referrals. We would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and
deliver you the best childcare service in the Memphis and surrounding areas.
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Pleasant View School is an academically-challenging, private, Islamic school located in Memphis, Tennessee. With approximately 400 students from PreK-12 Grade, PVS maintains a student-teacher ratio of 7 to 1. It has a highly-qualified faculty with 8 holding
doctorate degrees and its students have consistently been able to gain acceptance into some of the top colleges in the nation. Since 1997, Pleasant View School has undertaken the mission of preparing its highly diverse student body with academic excellence, leadership skills, a strong Islamic identity, and the ability and desire to make a positive contribution to the global community.
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Welcome to Raines Road KinderCare! We are located in charming Memphis, TN. Elvis may be our town's adopted son, but about 12 miles from Graceland, children reign as KinderCare kings and queens. Raines Road KinderCare emphasizes versatility, optimizing your
child's motor skills, social skills, learning abilities, and happiness. Every day, our hardworking staff turns all-around childhood learning into all-around lifelong confidence.
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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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