Montessori Preschools near Wake Forest, NC
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Wake Forest Montessori is a nurturing, hands-on learning environment where children explore, create, and grow at their own pace. Our certified Montessori teachers guide each child’s unique journey,...
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Victoria's House Learning Academy is a licensed child care home offering drop-in care and daycare programs located in Northeast Raleigh in Wake Forest, NC. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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At Guidepost Montessori, your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge-rich environment. At our beautiful Spruce Tree location, your child will take advantage of...
Children's House Preschool
Our Children’s House preschool and pre-K program lays a strong foundation for academic and social success by honoring each child’s natural drive to learn. In this mixed-age Montessori environment, children explore subjects like math, language, science, and geography through hands-on materials and individualized lessons. The daily routine also includes real-world activities—such as preparing snacks or watering plants - that build independence, confidence, and a sense of purpose. As they grow at their own pace, children develop critical thinking, leadership, empathy, and the skills they need to thrive in kindergarten and beyond. Full-Time tuition listed. Part-time and flexible scheduling options are also available. Contact this location for more details.
Spanish Immersion
Our Spanish Immersion program offers children the gift of bilingualism in a nurturing Montessori environment. Led by native Spanish-speaking guides, children are immersed in the language through daily routines, conversations, and hands-on learning—developing fluency with natural intonation and accent. Alongside Spanish language acquisition, children engage in a full academic curriculum including math, reading, writing, and practical life activities. This early exposure not only strengthens cognitive development but also opens the door to a lifetime of cultural, social, and professional possibilities. Full-Time tuition listed. Part-time and flexible scheduling options are also available. Contact this location for more details.
Also offers: Nido, Children's House Kindergarten, Toddler
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Ivybrook Academy provides a hybrid curriculum that takes an innovative approach to early learning while also drawing from three different educational approaches: Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and the...
Half-day 2-Year-Olds
At Ivybrook Academy, we understand that the age of two is a time of wonder and rapid growth. Our half-day program is thoughtfully designed to nurture your child’s natural curiosity, support their developmental milestones, and foster a love for learning. Through hands-on activities, interactive play, and a compassionate environment, we guide your child on their journey of exploration and self-discovery.
Half-day 3-Year-Olds
At Ivybrook Academy, we celebrate the natural curiosity and energy of three-year-olds by providing an environment that fosters exploration, creativity, and foundational learning. Our half-day program is thoughtfully crafted to balance academic growth with imaginative play, empowering your child to build confidence and develop critical skills during this transformative stage of early childhood.
Also offers: Half-day 4 & 5 Year-Olds, Half-day Toddler Preschool
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Montessori school serving toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Center provides a curriculum that fosters children's independence, self-motivation, and responsibility. Skills in sensorial,...
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Also offers: Drop-In Care Program
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Montessori-inspired school serving infants through pre-kindergarten children. Program encourages children to learn through exploration while building independence and self-help skills. Children...
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Montessori center providing childcare services to toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Full Spanish immersion program includes independent learning in math, science, social studies,...
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Montessori childcare center providing services to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Nature-based program focuses on academic and emotional development, with an emphasis on developing...
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Daycare providing services to children and families in Raleigh. Program encourages exploration and learning through play and features the Creative Curriculum. Classrooms offer learning centers for...
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Infant-toddler early education program serving children of families from West County and the Meredith College community. Montessori principles are implemented to foster physical, social-emotional,...
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Preschools near Wake Forest, NC
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From preschool through kindergarten, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging, and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. For nearly 40 years, The Learning Experience® has been...
Preppers
The Prepper program was designed to meet the special needs of maturing children to build a perfect bridge to the classroom that will come next.
Preschoolers
Preschool education introduces Preschoolers to more advanced subjects—math, science, reading, technology, art, and shared and independent play
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Our preschool program combines learning and play in a safe, nurturing environment, helping children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Whether students are engaged in...
Intermediates
Our Intermediates program for 3-year-olds encourages hands-on exploration through learning centers focused on early literacy, math, and science. Our Links to Learning curriculum also helps children develop independence, practice social-emotional skills like sharing, taking turns, and understanding emotions, and build strong friendships. We also foster appreciation for diversity to create an inclusive, caring community.
Pre-K
Our Pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten and beyond by fostering classroom readiness skills, nurturing social-emotional growth through our character education program, and strengthening literacy and math skills. With our Links to Learning curriculum, your child will begin to express ideas through writing, solve math equations, develop an understanding and appreciation for diversity, and work together to create a strong classroom community. For children who miss the kindergarten cut-off, we offer additional academic rigor.
Also offers: Pre-K 2
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At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. Located in a family-friendly neighbourhood with...
Preschool
Preschoolers are more relaxed and cooperative with the advantage of easily engaging, communicating and reasoning with them. Preschoolers enjoy a full day program with activities that encourages them to be active, socialize with their peers, enhance motor and cognitive skills and be creative. The preschool classroom is warm and welcoming with lots of opportunity for interaction with educators and other preschool children. Periodically, learning also takes place outside of the Centre. At Learning Jungle School, children enjoy a variety of trips and outings to the Library, local Fire Station, Zoo and other places of interest, in which parents are also encouraged to participate.
Pre-K
Pre-kindergarteners are more relaxed and cooperative with the advantage of easily engaging, communicating and reasoning with them. Pre-k kids enjoy a full day program with activities that encourages them to be active, socialize with their peers, enhance motor and cognitive skills and be creative. The pre-k classroom is warm and welcoming with lots of opportunity for interaction with educators and other preschool children. Periodically, learning also takes place outside of the Centre. At Learning Jungle School, children enjoy a variety of trips and outings to the Library, local Fire Station, Zoo and other places of interest, in which parents are also encouraged to participate.
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At Cranfield Academy in Wake Forest, our talented educators utilize an innovative curriculum that challenges and inspires students to learn and grow. We include all education areas to create a strong...
Early Preschool
Two-year-olds are naturally curious, so teachers share classic stories and nursery rhymes during daily story time. Children explore learning through free-choice centers such as puzzles, dramatic play, water play, blocks, and art.
Preschool Program
Our preschool curriculum builds literacy through letters and numbers while supporting cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and creative growth. Through fun, engaging activities and partnership with you, teachers help children build confidence and a love of learning.
Also offers: Pre-Kindergarten Program
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Early learning program offering educational experiences to preschoolers. Providers believe children learn best when treated and respected as individuals. Planned learning activities are provided, and...
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We are a half-day preschool in North Raleigh and a ministry of Church at Six Forks UMC. We offer small classes and a play-based curriculum.
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Our school combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically and socially -- all while having fun. We offer more than child care or day care. Preschool is the first...
Intermediates
Our Intermediate program, for children ages 3-4, provides children with many opportunities to explore learning centers and engage in authentic writing experiences. Your child will be introduced to literacy concepts and expand upon mathematical thinking and scientific inquiry through hands-on materials and exploration. Children will also begin to practice social-emotional skills and independently navigate their classroom community.
Pre-K
Our Pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten as they learn letter-sound relationships and sight-word recognition, and gain an understanding that writing is used to express thoughts and ideas. Children explore concrete mathematical concepts, such as simple addition and subtraction. Our character education program helps develop the strong social and emotional skills that ensure a successful transition to kindergarten.
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The Explorers classroom is a half-day program and an inclusive preschool placement for children on the autism spectrum enrolled at MAP. Neurotypical children from the community serve as peer models to...
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Primrose School of Hilburn is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on Hilburn Drive near Leesville Road Elementary School and Lake Lynn...
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.
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.
Also offers: Pre-Kindergarten
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Primrose School of North Raleigh is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located right off I-540 next to Life Time and near North Ridge...
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: Pre-Kindergarten
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FAQs About Wake Forest Montessori Preschools
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What is the best age to start Montessori daycare/preschool?
- Starting around 2.5 to 3 years old, children can join Montessori preschools to experience the Montessori method in their crucial growth years. On the other hand, Montessori daycares often open their doors to infants.
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What is Montessori education?
- Montessori education, inspired by Dr. Maria Montessori's observations of children, emphasizes nurturing a child's natural desire to learn. Through hands-on experiences and self-directed activities, children are encouraged to become active seekers of knowledge.
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How is Montessori different from daycare / preschool?
- Montessori centers on self-directed learning with special materials, in contrast to regular daycare or preschool where teachers often guide set lessons and activities.