Preschools in the Nashville Area
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Nashville 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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With 20 years of educational experience, Southern Stars offers the most flexible preschool options, allowing families to create personalized preschool packages that fit their needs. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Nashville, Vanderbilt,
Belmont, and Music Row, Southern Stars is a private preschool that provides flexible program schedules and individualized attention for children ages 18 months to 6 years. The school prepares students for future success through its Kindergarten Readiness curriculum, which combines STEM-based education with a strong Montessori foundation. Schedule your tour today!
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WSYC partners with families to provide developmentally appropriate preschool education in a respectful, creative, Christian and nurturing environment. At Westminster School for Young Children, we believe that children learn best in an environment which
promotes and values PLAY. Play is critical in the development of cognitive skills, language and literacy, social skills, emotional skills, and physical abilities. WSYC is a NAEYC accredited preschool. NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) maintains the most rigorous accreditation standards for early childhood education.
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The Children’s House is a Montessori preschool and kindergarten that guides a diverse group of children to become joyful and confident lifelong learners who respect others and the world around them. Children’s House students are extraordinary citizens:
independent, responsible, unique and confident in their abilities to influence their world. The Children’s House was founded in 1973 by a group of Nashville parents seeking a quality early educational experience for their own young children. We serve 72 children in three multi-age classrooms guided by experienced and dedicated Montessori educators. Located in the Green Hills/Belmont area of Nashville, Children’s House offers Montessori early childhood and Kindergarten opportunities to children
ages 3-6.
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The only Waldorf school in Tennessee, Linden Waldorf School is part of a global community of Waldorf schools. Set on twelve verdant acres in the heart of Nashville on the spacious Trinity Presbyterian Church campus, Linden Waldorf School serves children
from early childhood through the eighth grade. Our teachers are committed to developing students' intellectual flexibility, independent judgment, and moral courage. Waldorf educators work with the conviction that childhood is sacred; that children learn naturally when the curriculum meets their developmental needs; that children's imaginations need to be nurtured and protected; and that students should be engaged through active, curious participation in their learning. Our faculty emphasizes the
importance of a children's ability to find joy in learning and to experience wonder and awe in the world around them.
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Established in 2020, Music City Montessori is located in the Donelson area in Nashville, Tennessee. We serve children ages 8 weeks – 4th grade. We employ Dr. Maria Montessori’s method of teaching. The environment is a mixed age grouping, this provides
the opportunity for the children to learn from each other and at their developmental level. The children get a lot of one on one lessons and learn about respect for themselves and those around them.
We are state certified through the Tennessee Department of Education.
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Spring Hill Academy Preschool is a non-denominational Christian preschool known for the outstanding program we offer our preschoolers. Learning to read is one of the first major educational challenges your child will face. We want to help them meet and
exceed the milestone of reading and writing before they start kindergarten. This may seem to be a lofty goal, but Spring Hill Academy Preschool can do it. We use the Abeka® curriculum, which is based on high academic standards, is comprehensive, and contains character-building content to reinforce biblical values.
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The Academy for GOD Preschool is a private Christian preschool serving children ages 18 months - 5 years. Our dedicated, trained staff create an engaging learning environment, where children explore developmentally appropriate curriculum and build lasting
relationships.
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Woodmont Christian Preschool (WCPS) operates as an outreach of Woodmont Christian Church (WCC). WCPS seeks to reach and minister to the children and families in the community by offering a high quality weekday preschool program. WCC strives to strengthen
the lives of the preschool families by providing opportunities for involvement through the family, children and women’s ministries. The foundation of Woodmont Christian Preschool’s educational philosophy is the development of the whole child. The intellectual, social/emotional, creative, physical and spiritual growths of the child are all of equal importance.
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Cadence Academy Preschool, Spring Hill provides parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer exceptional childcare and early educational programs for ages 6 weeks - 5
years and before & after school care and summer camp for ages 5 - 12.
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An educational childcare center in Brentwood, TN that will exceed your expectations. We provide educational daycare in the greater Brentwood area that focuses on days filled with learning and fun, the key ingredients of our Life Essentials® educational
philosophy. The smiles you’ll see on our children’s faces as they learn, share family style meals with other children, and grow socially will delight you. The words from our children’s parents about our program, safety and facility will impress you. Visit our location in the heart of Maryland Farms, meet our staff, see our classrooms and play on our playgrounds.
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We are a preschool serving children 6 weeks of age through Pre-Kindergarten. With a Jewish-focused, curiosity-driven curriculum, our mission is to enable, empower, and encourage each child to develop physically, socially, cognitively, and spiritually to his
or her fullest potential.
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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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