Best Pre-K Schools & Programs in Santa Rosa, CA
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Pre-K
Your child’s school readiness is the most important thing to us and that’s the focus of our Pre-K program. Building on Preschool learning, we focus on problem solving, responsive listening, language usage, and social skills. Our Focus on Literacy™ program features in-school and at-home activities designed to improve your child’s literacy and cognition in areas such as vocabulary development and alphabet knowledge. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Transitional Kindergarten Plus
Our comprehensive, full-day Transitional Kindergarten Plus program offers 4- and 5-year-olds an engaging, high-quality education delivered by trained, dedicated teachers. With our decades of expertise in early education, We’re ALL IN on preparing your child for elementary school! We’re committed to kindergarten readiness for every child and much more: Live streaming video, personalized learning experiences, all-day child care, and healthy meals and snacks. Note: Child must be age 4 by Sept. 1.
Also offers: Preschool, Drop-In Care
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Play-based education and care for toddlers and preschool children. Curriculum includes math, early literacy, music, movement, and more. Program encourages positive cognitive, physical, and...
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Speaks Spanish
Program that provides care and education as a foundation for learning. Children will have the opportunity to learn through fun and exploration while developing social, academic, and physical skills.
Speaks Spanish
Watershed Montessori School provides care, education and enriching learning opportunities for children ages 18 months to 6 years. Located on a beautiful 3 acre campus in an established Santa Rosa...
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Program that works to create a holistic learning environment. Children are taught to observe natural rhythms with special attention to those of nature. Activities include free play, animal care, farm...
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Montessori program that provides a large outdoor learning space and home-like classrooms for students. Subjects introduced include life skills, math, language, environmentalism, and cultural...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool program that works to provide holistic child development in a Christian environment. Activities include chapel, outdoor time, cultural exploration, free play, crafts, sensory activities, and...
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Program that works to education and care in a Christian environment. Activities include outdoor time, art, science, crafts, structured lessons, and free play time. Children are given opportunities for...
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Program that provides care and education as a foundation for learning. Children will have the opportunity to learn through fun and exploration while developing social, academic, and physical skills.
Speaks Spanish
Program that provides learning through hands on projects and socialization opportunities for students. An emphasis is placed on curiosity and creativity. Children are educated by teachers and parents...
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Dual English and Spanish language program that provides education through child exploration and geared towards kindergarten readiness. Children are encouraged to learn through play and curiosity. An...
Speaks Spanish
Program that works to provide an educational environment for children to explore at their own pace. An emphasis is placed on kindergarten readiness. The facility includes a large outdoor play space.
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Montessori program that works to provide educational indoor and outdoor environments where children can explore and learn in mixed age groups. Children are encouraged to develop independence and...
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Program that works to provide an educational environment where children can explore and learn at their own pace. Mixed-age classrooms allow for socialization and student to student learning...
Speaks Spanish
Dual English and Spanish language program that provides education through child exploration and geared towards kindergarten readiness. Children are encouraged to learn through play and curiosity. An...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool program that strives to provide care and education for children with a balance of freedom and structure. Children are encouraged to develop problem solving and social skills in the context...
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Mixed age program with an emphasis on environmentalism. Learning is presented through hands on projects from an emergent curriculum that borrows from Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, and Montessori...
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Program with a goal of providing developmentally-appropriate environment for children to grow, to learn, and to discover the surrounding world. Program believes the preschool environment should be...
Speaks Spanish
JCC SoCo Preschool is a Reggio-inspired Jewish preschool focused on social-emotional growth and joyful learning through a curriculum guided by Jewish values. It offers a nurturing, inclusive...
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Preschool program inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy and guided by the Jewish values of chesed (loving kindness) and kavod (respect/honor). Program supports the whole child – socially,...
Speaks Spanish
Fumc Preschool Child Care Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 1551 Montgomery Dr in Memorial Hospital Neighborhood in Santa Rosa, CA. Contact this provider to...
Speaks Spanish
Program that offers education and care to at-risk children. An emphasis is placed on cultural diversity and kindergarten readiness both academically and socially. Children have access to health and...
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Arts-integrated program providing early learning opportunities for toddlers and preschool-age children. Language immersion curriculum includes literacy, writing, and math lessons in Spanish in...
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Community-driven child development program following the philsophy that all children should have equal access to early education. Center offers school-readiness programs, nutritional educational...
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Program that offers education and care to at-risk children. An emphasis is placed on cultural diversity and kindergarten readiness both academically and socially. Children will have access to health...
Speaks Spanish
Program that offers education and care to at-risk children. An emphasis is placed on cultural diversity and kindergarten readiness both academically and socially. Children will have access to health...
Speaks Spanish
Therapeutic program that works to provide a learning environment where at risk children can acquire the academic and social skills necessary for success in kindergarten. Children are given support as...
Speaks Spanish
Program that offers education and care to at-risk children. An emphasis is placed on cultural diversity and kindergarten readiness both academically and socially. Children have access to health and...
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Program that works to instill self-respect and respect for the community in their students. Children have access to personalized attention in an educational environment. Activities include outdoor...
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Program that offers education and care to at-risk children. An emphasis is placed on cultural diversity and kindergarten readiness both academically and socially. Children have access to health and...
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Program that works to provide a foundation for future success in school in a Christian environment. Activities include music, reading, chapel, holiday parties, structured lessons, and prayer. Facility...
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Program that provides care and education to children from low-income families. An emphasis is placed on fostering self-confidence in students and promoting cultural diversity. Children will have...
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Christian program that focuses on developing social and academic skills. Activities include outdoor time, art, language, math, music, free play, and science. Emphasis is placed on parent involvement...
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Little Legends Learning Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 4042 Sebastopol Rd in Southwest Santa Rosa in Santa Rosa, CA. Contact this provider to inquire...
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4Cs Paulin Creek Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 905 Mendocino Ave in West Junior College in Santa Rosa, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Little Monarchs is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 3273 Airway Dr in Santa Rosa, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Storybook Village Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 4295 Montgomery Dr in Santa Rosa, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Childkind Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 2200 Laguna Rd in Santa Rosa, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Head Start - Caritas Village is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 301 6TH STREET, SUITE 123 in Santa Rosa, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Brightstar Preschool LLC. is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 28 Maxwell Court in Santa Rosa, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Summerfield Waldorf School & Farm is a private, Preschool-Grade 12 school in Santa Rosa, CA. Located on a 38-acre campus in Sonoma County, it incorporates a Biodynamic farm into its curriculum. The...
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Paideia Educational Heritage is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 2581 Gobar Ln in Santa Rosa, CA.
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Guides
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The Cost of Childcare in California
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in California? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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What is the difference between preschool, Pre-K, and TK?
Preschool, Pre-K, and Transitional Kindergarten (TK) are all great options for children, depending on their ages and academic needs. Learn the difference.
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What is Universal Pre-K?
Universal Pre-K is a free, state-funded program for four-year-olds designed to introduce children to the pre-academic skills needed for Kindergarten.
FAQs About Santa Rosa Pre-K Programs
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Do public schools have Pre-K?
- Yes, some public schools offer Pre-K programs. These programs are often free for qualifying families, though availability depends on your school district. Age requirements and program length vary by state, so it’s best to check with your local district.
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What is Pre-K?
- Pre-Kindergarten, commonly known as Pre-K, serves children around four years old. Children learn the necessary skills for future academic success.
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At what age should I enroll my child in Pre-K?
- Each state has its own age criteria for Pre-Kindergarten, but generally, children are eligible at the age of four. To ensure a spot, it's a good idea to apply well in advance, usually a few months before your child reaches the required age.