Summer is not yet upon us, but if you have young kids, now is the perfect time to secure your child’s spot in preschool. Most preschool programs are specifically designed to start when your child is as young as 3 years old. Curriculum typically focuses on color recognition, numbers and the alphabet, all with the goal to ready your child for pre-k and kindergarten.
With a soon-to-be 3-year-oldd of my own, I was surprised — and delighted — to see how many wonderful programs are available right here in the South Sound. In an effort to help you find the perfect preschool for you and your child, here’s a snapshot of some of the early learning facilities in the area.
North Tacoma Cooperative Preschool’s experienced staff brings more than a decade of experience to the classroom. Photo courtesy: North Tacoma Cooperative Preschool/Facebook.
2. Nurture in Nature Preschool
Nurture in Nature Preschool is an extension of Metro Parks Tacoma Nature Center. Photo courtesy: Metro Parks/Facebook.
3. Rocking H Preschool
At Rocking H Preschool, teachers support each childs wonder and curiousty through a variety of enriching activities. Photo courtesy: Rocking H Preschool/Facebook.
4. All Saints Catholic School
The earlier you start thinking about early learning, the easier it will be to find the perfect preschool for you and your child. Photo courtesy: All Saints Catholic Church.
5. Clarkmoor Childhood Development Center
Clackmoor Childhood Development Center offers a convenient early learning option for military families.
6. Curious by Nature School
Theres nothing curious about the great early learning opportunities available to students at Curious by Nature Preschool in Gig Harbor. Photo courtesy: Curious by Nature.
7. Rainy Dayz Preschool
Located in GIg Harbor, Rainy Dayz preschool offers discounts for military, along with Tacoma residents. Photo courtesy: Rainy Dayz.
8. Preschool Powered by Play
Powered by Play is offered by the Children’s Museum of Tacoma and emphasizes play in the museum environment. Photo courtesy: Powered by Play.