Free Preschools near Stafford, VA
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North Star Early Childhood Education Center is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 101 Shepherds Way in Stafford, VA.
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Blue Ribbon Results Academy (formerly child care center) is Virginia's only brain-based preschool. We Nurture Children and Develop Minds One Brain at a Time.
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Battlefield Elementary is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 11108 Leavells Rd in Fredericksburg, VA.
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Rising Star Early Childhood Education Center at Melchers is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 610 Gayle St in Fredericksburg, VA.
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Ferry Farm Elementary is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 20 Pendleton Rd in Fredericksburg, VA.
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Wilderness Elementary is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 11600 Catharpin Rd in Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA.
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Harrison Road Elementary is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 6230 Harrison Rd in Fredericksburg, VA.
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Salem Elementary is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 4501 Jackson Rd in Fredericksburg, VA.
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Chancellor Elementary is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 5995 Plank Rd in Fredericksburg, VA.
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Smith Station Elementary is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 11120 Leavells Rd in Fredericksburg, VA.
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Preschools near Stafford, VA
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The Merit School of Quantico Corporate Center provides caring, quality daycare in Stafford VA at Quantico. Established in 1980, The Merit School of Virginia has built a reputation for excellence in...
Montessori
Our Montessori program helps children aged three to five develop their full potential in a nurturing environment. It features self-paced learning with specialized materials, fostering independence, confidence, and a love for learning. The program includes sensory education, mathematics, cultural studies, creative arts, literacy skills, and practical life activities. It encourages parental involvement and prepares children for future academic success by promoting self-motivation, character development, and respect for all life.
Preschool Explorers
The Preschool Explorers program provides a nurturing and creative environment for two and three-year-olds. Children engage in age-appropriate activities such as filling containers at the water table, stacking blocks, and working on puzzles in large, bright classrooms designed to stimulate exploration and learning. The program emphasizes individualized lesson plans, daily teacher-family communication, and the development of social, creative, and self-help skills. Teachers create structured yet flexible schedules that support each child's developmental needs.
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Welcome to Celebree School! From infant care to before and after school programs to summer camp, we are proud to play an important role in helping families raise independent, thoughtful children who...
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program
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Childcare center and preschool program for infants through Pre-Kindergarten. Utilizes a play-based curriculum focused on inspiring a love of learning through a combination of early academics and...
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program
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Primrose School of Stafford at Embrey Mill is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Early Preschool, Preschool Pathways,...
Preschool
Your preschooler is beginning to connect letters, sounds and numbers, expanding their world through reading and math. They’re building critical-thinking skills, early physical fitness and an understanding of nutrition. Our teachers support that learning and encourage your child to think in new and different ways.
Early Preschool
Our Early Preschool teachers partner with you to help your child learn important independent life skills like potty training and hand washing while paying close attention to all aspects of your child’s development.
Also offers: Preschool Pathways, Pre-Kindergarten
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Learning Paths Academy at Leavells is a premier childcare center in Fredericksburg, Virginia. We are proud to be accredited by Cognia, the gold standard for early childhood education accreditation....
Preschool Readiness Enrichment Program
Our Preschool Readiness Enrichment Program, or PREP, is that critical first step in transitioning your child from a traditional early preschool experience to complete school readiness. With an emphasis on social and emotional learning, our PREP program sets children up for lifelong success by nurturing their overall wellbeing.
Junior Kindergarten
Our Junior Kindergarten Program is a school readiness program designed to meet the needs of students during the year before kindergarten. Junior Kindergarten is taught using inquiry-based teaching methods to prepare children for future success in school. Our Junior Kindergarten students arrive on the threshold of kindergarten fully prepared for their school career.
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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...
Early Preschool
It’s never too early to start preparing your child to be ready for school, and that’s why our parents—and their children—love our Early Preschool classroom. As a stepping stone to Preschool, our Early Preschool program has a unique, indicator-based curriculum, Learn as We Grow™, designed to address the individual learning needs of 30- to 42-month-old children. We focus on understanding routines and developing independence. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Preschool
For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Pre-K
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Private kindergarten program designed to prepare your child academically and socially for elementary school. Program offers a blend of free play and structured academics. Curriculum includes: math,...
Preschool
Our specialized preschool curriculum uses rhymes, stories and hands-on activities to encourage those first steps toward building the foundational skills for reading, writing, math, and science.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our Pre-K Program is designed specifically to ensure students are ready to THRIVE in Kindergarten and beyond.
Also offers: Flexible Care
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At our childcare program, we believe in nurturing futures and impacting lives one child at a time.
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Loving Arms Academy is an award-winning preschool and childcare center, voted Best Daycare and Preschool for the past seven years. We provide a nurturing, family-centered environment for children ages...
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Childcare Costs in Virginia
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in Virginia? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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How to Find Out if You Qualify for Free Preschool Through Head Start
Head Start programs serve as a much-needed resource for children and families, preparing them for the future through education, connection, and support.
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How to Find Free Preschool
Preschools can vary in cost, but what about free? Finding preschool for free is possible - here are 4 ways parents can find a free preschool for their child.
FAQs About Stafford Free Preschools
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Is Pre-K free in Virginia?
- Virginia provides free Pre-K to children who do not qualify for Head Start through the Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI). Eligibility criteria includes: family income at or below 200 percent of federal poverty guidelines, homelessness, parents or guardians who are school dropouts, or children with disabilities or delays eligible for special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, regardless of household income.