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Preschools in Canton, MI

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I offer a loving, safe, fun, learning environment for your infant through school age child, in my home. I am State Licensed and CPR/ First Aid/ AED Certified and I have continuing child care education yearlyfor over 20 years. I offer a preschool program, 2 meals and 2 snacks a day. I have been doing daycare in my home for over 20 years and have raised 3 grown children. The home is always decorated for the holidays! My only objective ever is to provide a safe and loving environment for your little one so you can go to work, school etc. with the comfort knowing your child is happy and safe, while having fun, and learning!…

Recent Reviews:

I have nothing but good things to say about Mommy and Me. Searching for the right daycare can be stressful, especially for first time parents. My husband and I knew we wanted our son at a home daycare, and weare so grateful knowing he is in such good hands with Miss Sheila. She has given our son a safe, welcoming, and fun environment to learn and grow, while also giving the first time mom in me great advice when needed. You can tell that she truly enjoys what she does….

Reviewed by Sarah C

Description:

State of Michigan Licensed
Full & Part-time options available.
I maintain a daily schedule filled with fun and educational activities.
My program is a play based, preschool readiness curriculum.Children learn best through play, both adult led and independently. Encouraging independence through a variety of group, sensory, literacy and fine & gross motor activities fosters confidence and builds the foundation for successful learning.
Homemade, healthy and organic meals are served daily. I provide breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack based on the Mid Michigan Childcare Food Program Guidelines. All meals are homemade and as organic and preservative free as possible.
All meals are provided in tuition, including formula should parents decide to use the brand we offer. Diapers and wipes are also provided.
In addition to being a mother of 4 myself (Ages 16, 14, 10 and 1) I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am trained in blood borne pathogens, infant sleep safety, and I’ve been fingerprinted and background checked by the State of Michigan
My home has and continues to annually pass safety inspections, meaning my furnace has been checked, I maintain the proper carbon monoxide and smoke detectors throughout the home as well as many other necessities required by law to care for children in my home.
My overall goal is that your child feel safe, secure, and at home while in my care, and that you feel as comfortable leaving their little ones as they would if we were family….

Recent Reviews:

My son attended Tara’s for a year and a half until we unfortunately moved. I never felt like he was anywhere but at his second home. He would come home with the cutest of crafts even at 6 months old. She’svery creative in making sure even infants are engaged and stimulated throughout the day. My little guy started sleeping and even eating better for me once he started full time with Miss Tara. She’s a baby guru for sure. We were sad to leave….

Reviewed by Melissa

Teeny Tots LLC

5825 N. Sheldon Rd, Canton, MI 48187

Starting at $195/wk

Description:

Our center hosts a FREE parent’s night out at the daycare once a month from 430pm-730pm! Come drop off your child for a movie, pizza and fun!
There’s no need to pack your child a lunch, here at Teeny Tot’s weprovide two snacks, breakfast, and lunch for our infants over one year, toddlers, and preschoolers!…

Recent Review:

My family has been with Teeny Tots for many years, and have always been very happy with the care! My kids have all loved going, and come home with smiles, and are thrilled to show us what they have learned thatday, and the projects they have made. The girls are wonderful with the kids, and the owner Alyse, has been heaven-sent to my family through some really tough times! My husband and I have had some crazy schedule changes, and I’m so grateful I can count on consistent, quality care that my kids are happy with through it all!!. ..

Reviewed by Renee B

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Little Sprouts Enrichment Child Care offers an “Organic” approach to early education. Our hands-on learning and collaborative play are inspired by Highscope geared toward kindergarten readiness. We serveorganic and vegetarian meals and use natural, earth-friendly “GREEN” cleaning products. We believe children love to learn and enjoy a healthy, organic lifestyle! Little Sprouts Enrichment Child Care offers a safe, fun, and friendly introduction to a school environment where children are free to explore, discover, and grow!
Little Sprouts Enrichment Child Care has received a quality rating from Great Start to Quality, Michigan star quality rating, and improvement system for child care and preschool, preparing children to succeed in school and life.
Great Start to Quality rates the level of quality of all licensed and registered child care and preschool programs in Michigan.
Little Sprouts Enrichment Child Care has achieved a 5-Star Rating from Great Start to Quality. Our program has shown it meets indicators of a program quality above and beyond state licensing. We are the only 5-star childcare in Canton!…

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See what our parents have to say!
“It’s rare to meet a child care director with such depth and breath in terms of experience with children and their development. This service comes highly recommended.”-Sherri-Anne R., parent
“Kamillia offers top of the line childcare service for the children in her care. I love that she is just as passionate about what the children eat as she is about offering amazing enrichment experiences for the kids like yoga, cooking classes, early reading. I like that that level of thinking goes into her service. Highly recommended!” -Monica W., parent
“I love that my child is always involved in “active” learning. My daughter has learned so much since enrolled. Little Sprouts serves fresh organic and vegetarian meals which is awesome! I can not say enough about the care we receive!” -Raqueal S. , parent
“Kamillia is one of the sweetest and most patient women I know. She is so creative, kind, and loving. I cannot recommend her enough.” -Sarah K., parent…

Reviewed by Kamillia B

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At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educationalphilosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all learning. Staff and teachers, and the relationships children develop with them, are vital for learning, for trust, and for independence. Our approach is designed to help them grow as students and people, in school, and in life beyond….

Recent Review:

Very clean and with tons of kind teachers that know their stuff! It seems expensive but when I break it down it is very cheap per hour…between $5-$8 for my child who’s a toddler. They play games and providesnack. They really love the kids and I like that my child will be in the same environment even through part of elementary school (their after-school program). I am looking to possibly move and trying to stay in area partly because I want my son to have this place and these teachers in his life (familiar, safe). His little mouth opens like a Muppet’s when he sees that we’re at Childtime; the only thing that bums him out is that we don’t stick around and play with him, we have to go to work! I have so many nice pictures because they send them out and laminate them. It’s clean, and I’ve never seen him with a mystery scratch or bruise – anything like that it documented. I will say, and I think it’s unavoidable, my kids has a runny nose all the time. But the kids play and hug each other and share pacifiers sometimes, and you can’t always catch that nonsense. I think it’s normal and the pediatrician agrees. Nothing scary has swung through there, though, and they are really good about calling home if your child has symptoms. They are just so sweet and my son feels safe and happy there. I did not cry my first day back to work. I didn’t have a nervous knot over it, because I had researched and visited the place. Becky, Nicole, Jen, Asia, Amanda, Emily, and a dozen I’ve left out were/are all so good with my little guy. Only thing is, I know they deserve better pay. I wish I could afford to pay more! No reservations whatsoever in recommending the place. Good luck in your searches! It’s a stressful choice to make….

Reviewed by Maureen L

Description:

At Auntie Penny’s you receive 25 years of daycare experience run by a mother of 5 (all grown). I am licensed in the State of Michigan (DG820080196) meaning I am trained in CPR, First Aid and Blood BornePathogens and my home has passed inspection.
I believe a child can have a great day of fun and still be learning. Our home is always decorated for the season. Young children learn visually. Seeing new things promotes questions and new vocabulary. They learn the cycle of life with the seasons. We do daily projects or manipulatives (such as puzzles or building blocks) and have outdoor play. When it’s very cold or raining we play in my 3 car garage, safe from the weather.
Happy tummies make happy children. I belong to the Association for Child Development and provide home-cooked, balanced meals including breakfast, lunch and p.m. snack. I also share recipes with my parents and let them know when their children enjoyed a new food. This summer fresh gazpacho soup-made from garden veggies, was a big hit! They pushed aside their lunch and ate their soup first, asking for more.
We had an “Apple Tasting Party” and put a star on each apple we liked….they liked them all, red delicious, golden delicious, granny smith and gala.
I want your child to feel loved and happy so when you see them after 5 p.m. you’ll have an enjoyable evening. Don’t be surprised when they ask to go to Aunt Penny’s on the weekend! My daycare parents can put their mind on their jobs because they know their children are very well cared for by my assistant Laura and myself.
We currently have both infant and toddler openings. We use the first and second floors of my 3,000 sq. ft. home. We are NOT in a basement. References are available. Please feel free to call me at my home (734) 340-1080 as I prefer voice communication to text. If you are interested in placing your child with us please call for an evening interview (1 hour of your time) for me to show you my home and review Auntie Penny’s Daycare Inc. policies with you. After the interview you may visit the daycare, with an appointment, to meet the children and see us at our best. We ask that you give us permission to fall in love with your child and them with us. That’s really the only way we can do our best. You become a member of our “Special Daycare Family” and we become honorary “Aunties” to your children…until it’s time for them to on to school. We hope to hear from you soon and look forward to meeting new members to add to our family….

Recent Reviews:

I feel so fortunate to have found Auntie Penny’s! My son started at Auntie Penny’s when he was 3 months old, and has now been going for 1 year. It is a warm, caring, safe, and clean environment for the kids.My son is learning so much from Penny, Laura, and the other children. He loves playing and interacting with his friends. My son was breastfed and she was easy to work with giving breast milk, transitioning to solids, and then to whole milk. He is learning new social and developmental skills at this daycare, and is getting individual attention and care. I am so glad we found Auntie Penny!…

Reviewed by Katie E

Description:

Infant, Toddler and Preschool education programs. Lunch and snacks provided. Transportation to the local schools for before and after school care. Foreign languages offered. Enriching, educational, socialdevelopment, self-help skills, lots of time for personal growth and discovery….

Recent Reviews:

My children attend this center as a drop in. As well as for their summer program. The staff is very inviting and friendly. The summer program is phenomenal. Just because it is summer does not mean they cantlearn. The staff at The Childrens Hour, engage the children in many thing to get the mind thinking and the brain juices flowing. Field trips, on site activities, as well as open ended projects are done to make learning so much more fun. My children love it here….

Reviewed by Katrina A

Description:

Real Life Nursery School offers Child Care, Preschool and Kindergarten. Located in Canton, Michigan, it is a licensed facility with an expansive outdoor play area and a real farm where children can benefit fromthe hands-on experience of interacting with farm animals….

Recent Review:

This place is exceptional. Very spacious rooms and excellent teachers.

Reviewed by Ayse H

Description:

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educationalphilosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all learning. Staff and teachers, and the relationships children develop with them, are vital for learning, for trust, and for independence. Our approach is designed to help them grow as students and people, in school, and in life beyond….

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Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six greatthemes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of Food; Wild about Water; and Featured Creatures.
We’re in session when your local public schools are on break and you’ll find our flexible scheduling works for your busy family. See why our summer (and winter and spring) break camps are the place to be when school’s out….

Description:

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six greatthemes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of Food; Wild about Water; and Featured Creatures.
We’re in session when your local public schools are on break and you’ll find our flexible scheduling works for your busy family. See why our summer (and winter and spring) break camps are the place to be when school’s out….

Description:

Primrose School of Canton is a premier early education and child care experience for children and families. We are conveniently located just minutes from Ford Rd and Michigan Ave on Canton Center – right nextto Busch’s Fresh Food Market. The curriculum in our classrooms for infants, toddlers, preschool, before and after-school and summer camp not only inspire a love of learning but also empower children’s potential preparing them for lifelong success. Enrolling now!…

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Plymouth-Canton Montessori School is a not-for-profit committed to quality early childhood education since 1973. Their center provides an age-appropriate care for preschool through kindergarten and offersfull-time or part-time daycare with the addition of summer camps….

Goddard Systems Inc

6697 N Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI 48187

Costimate: $201/wk

Description:

Goddard Systems Inc is an early childhood center that offers child care and early education programs for young children. The company serves the Canton community in Michigan and is open to infants up toschool-age children. The company implements the FLEX curriculum, which balances academics, play, and social interaction to promote children’s holistic growth and development….

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Providing an effective program, Family First Learning Center LLC in Canton, MI teaches the students to read using phonics. They use Abeka materials and their curriculum that are proven, fun, developmentallyappropriate, and interactive. They believe that Early Reading gives the children unmatched advantages in Kindergarten that will make them stay ahead academically. …

Karyle Callanan

45692 Bartlett Dr, Canton, MI 48187

Costimate: $190/wk

Description:

Karyle Callanan is a state-licensed child care provider who offers services and programs designed for infants to school-age children. Located at 45692 Bartlett Drive, the company serves families who are livingin Canton, MI. Karyle Callanan can take care of 12 children who are between the ages of zero and 17 years old….

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Plymouth-Canton Montessori School, an independent non-profit educational community founded in 1973, provides an individualized learning environment for children from preschool through kindergarten. Respect forchildren, a strong commitment to non-violence, and a deep belief in the value of education are all principles upon which our school functions.
If you are looking for a school that provides an authentic Montessori education, we invite you to explore the benefits of Plymouth-Canton Montessori School.
In addition to providing a high-quality Montessori program, additional services are available to meet your needs. Full-or part-time day care and a theme-based summer camp are offered….

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Sunflower Montessori LLC at 6418 Harrow Ct, Canton, MI presents their students lots of opportunities to improve and developt their analytic and critical thinking skills. Their holistic approach to earlychildhood education helps engage their students with learning, preparing them to perform well in school….

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Little Angels Home Daycare is a licensed home-based childcare provider that serves the community of Canton MI. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate activities for infants, toddlers,preschoolers, and school-age children. The home center has a maximum capacity of six children and operates Mondays through Fridays….

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Tutor Time Learning Center in Canton, Michigan is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 151 children. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environmentthat is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development. …

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Family Care Solutions offers a comprehensive suite of individualized in-home care solutions in Plymouth, Michigan. The company provides caring, nurturing child care and elderly care on a full-time basis.Additionally, they provide part-time before and after school care, newborn care, sick child care, and more….

Recent Review:

I have worked with Family Care since 2015 being a single parent I was very concerned with the qualifications of potential care givers. Working with several agencies and interviewing many candidates I decided touse Family Care Solutions. I employed a very qualified nannie and would use this service again….

Reviewed by Aaron I

Description:

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educationalphilosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all learning. Staff and teachers, and the relationships children develop with them, are vital for learning, for trust, and for independence. Our approach is designed to help them grow as students and people, in school, and in life beyond….

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The Learning Express Preschool in Plymouth, Michigan offers a quality care and education in a safe environment. They provide an activity-based curriculum that is essential in promoting your child’s development.The available programs are for early preschool, preschool and pre kindergarten….

Description:

Childtime Plymouth is accredited by the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child’s learning potential from Infant, Toddler, Twos/Early Preschool,Preschool, Pre-K/K Prep, Junior Kindergarten, Before and After School, Summer Camp. The School Readiness Pathway were designed to offer a comprehensive path to prepare your child for elementary school.
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Childtime-Plymouth is an educational daycare accredited by NECPA (National Early Childhood Program Accreditation). The school’s goal is to provide children with an environment that is secure, motivating andenriching. Highly trained staff are on hand to guide children in reaching their full potential. Programs offered are: Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool,Preschool, Pre-K/K Prep, Junior Kindergarten, Before and After School, and Summer Camp.
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The Sanchagrin Day Care provides a childcare program in Plymouth, Michigan. They encourage the children’s holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop thechildren’s social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Sanchagrin Day Care welcomes infants through school-aged children and is open Mondays to Fridays….

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Academic Gardens Inc is an educational institution that serves the community of Plymouth MI. It offers a nurturing environment and provides developmentally appropriate learning programs that foster holisticgrowth among children age three to five. The institution promotes safety and comfort so that children will enjoy their learning experience….

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Canton, MI

In 2023 what types of preschools can I find near me in Canton, MI?

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Canton, MI. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Canton, MI for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Canton, MI?

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Canton, MI, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child’s needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Canton, MI.

How can I find a preschool near me in Canton, MI?

When looking for a preschool near you in Canton, MI on Care.com, you’ll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Canton, MI who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

Childrens Garden Montessori of Canton Preschool and Kindergarten – A Canton Michigan preschool and kindergarten (734)547-9000

Registration for the 2023-2024 school year

We are beginning enrollment for new families for the 2023-2024 school year with our next open house Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 11:00-1:00 pm.

Enroll soon.  We have limited spots that fill quickly.

You can attend an open house, follow us on Facebook, talk with the director, or schedule a tour to learn more about our school.  Call 734-547-9000.

Overview

We provide a nurturing educational experience for your child in our beautiful schoolhouse surrounded by nature. We are located in Superior Township on the west side of Canton, at the intersection of Ford Road and Napier. Children enjoy our academic program, large playground, and growing food in our child gardening area. Other aspects of our program include Spanish, sign language, yoga, cooking, art, music, and hands-on science. Our teaching staff, with multiple college degrees and many years of experience in private and public schools, are uniquely qualified to teach your child.

We offer a well-rounded Montessori preschool and kindergarten education, including childcare/daycare. Children may attend weekly 2, 3, or 5 mornings; or 2 or 4 afternoons.

We service families from all over Michigan. For example:

• Canton (We are 4 minutes/3 miles from Ford Rd and Canton Center)
• Plymouth (We are 10 minutes/6 miles from Sheldon and Ann Arbor Rd)
• Superior Township
• Ann Arbor (We are 12 minutes/8 miles from Green Rd and Plymouth Rd)
• Ypsilanti (We are 12 minutes/8 miles from Prospect Rd and Michigan Ave)
• Belleville (We are 14 minutes/10 miles from Belleville Rd and I-94)

All preschool/kindergarten teachers have college degrees, many years of experience in early childhood education, and Montessori certification.

Testimonials

Here’s what parents are saying about Children’s Garden Montessori of Canton:

• “I can’t say enough good things about Children’s Garden Montessori. We have had kids at the school since … More“
• “My son is in his second year of preschool at Children’s Garden Montessori. We decided to send him to … More“
• “Our experience at Children’s Garden has been nothing but positive. My daughter is in her second year of … More“
• “My husband and I looked for months to find a perfect school for my daughter to go to. We wanted a place that… More“
• “Our son attended CGM for 3’s and 4’s preschool. Being an only child, his adjustment to the … More“
• “We loved this school. All the teachers are awesome. My son learned and experienced a variety of… More“
• “We love Children’s Garden Montessori. The teachers are kind and patient (with the kids as well as… More“
• “Thank you for creating such a wonderful environment for my daughter to explore. I cannot put enough words together to praise you for the gratitude in my heart for all you have done… More“
• “My son has really grown this year into a confident person ready to take on the world and learn with a fearless gusto. I am beyond thankful to you for helping him… More
• “Thank you for making our first year of preschool so special. We appreciate all of your hard work and for taking great care of my daughter… More
• “I appreciate how all the teachers are very warm and welcoming, especially with enrolling our child in the middle of the school year. My daughter gets very excited when it is time to go to school… More
• “Thank you for your endless patience for those blessed to be 3 years old. You have made the beginning of her years of school fantastic… More
• “As a parent, we all want what is best for our children. This school turned out to be a great fit for my daughter and we enjoyed having her attend all last year… More
• “This is our second year at Children’s Garden. It has been a great experience for my son, he loves going to school… More
• “We love Children’s Garden Montessori. The teachers are kind and patient (with the kids as well as the parents)… More
• “My son is currently enrolled in his second year of Preschool at Children’s Garden Montessori. After a lengthy search for a Preschool program in the Plymouth/Canton area, I came across Children’s Garden Montessori… More
• “This school is truly wonderful! The teachers are educated, experienced, and professional, but even more importantly, they are loving, patient and creative… More
• “This is more than just a school, it is a second home! It has such a cozy feel and the teachers are incredibly loving, patient, and understanding. The education is dynamite as well… More>
• “Dropping off your young child for their first experiences in education can be overwhelming and scary. Children’s Garden made this experience positive for both our daughter and us, as parents. The teachers provide excellent learning opportunities… More
• “My daughter is thriving here. The teachers are excellent. They have years of experience and that is apparent in their interactions with the children… More

Enrolling in Preschool or Kindergarten

Prospective children must be at least 33 months old on the day they start school. To see if our school is the right match for your family, please attend one of our preschool/kindergarten open houses or set up a private meeting with our director.

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Preschool education in Switzerland

Pre-school education in Switzerland is in demand not only among local residents, but also among foreigners. For example, both those who come to the country for a long time and those who stay here for only a few months willingly send their children to kindergartens.

Education of preschoolers in Switzerland is a maximum of freedom in choosing what they want to do, a minimum of classes, because the school and a lot of time in the fresh air should be engaged in the intellectual development of the child. It is not surprising that kindergartens in Switzerland are successfully coping with their main task – to instill in children an interest and love for learning.

Such different kindergartens in Switzerland

In total, according to the Swiss Federal Statistical Office ”Ueberblick — Schulstufen”, there are 4950 preschool educational institutions in the country. Of these, private establishments are only about three hundred, so most Swiss go to public gardens.

The age at which public gardens accept babies is 4 years. Moreover, these four years the child must be fulfilled without fail before mid-July. If later, then the kindergarten will have to wait until September next year.

Most of the public kindergartens children attend only before lunch – for three hours a day. It is believed that this time is more than enough for games and communication with peers, which is the main task of the kindergarten. There are also full-day gardens that are open until 18-19 hours, but there are not many of them.

For those under four years old, there are nurseries, but there are very few of them in the country, and it is not customary to send a child to kindergarten early here – it is believed that at this age the baby should be with his parents. If for family reasons it is necessary, you can go to a private nursery, which is very expensive by Swiss standards, or resort to the services of a tagesmutter. This is the so-called “day mother” – a woman who has undergone special training and now looks after one or more babies at home.

How is preschool education in Switzerland?

The main task of a child’s stay in kindergarten is not education, but socialization. It is in games and communication with peers that most of his day passes. Even in the final year before school, children do not learn the alphabet in class, but they spend a lot of time studying rhymes and songs. At an early age, they playfully learn at least two languages ​​- usually the language of the canton in which the garden is located (German, French or Italian) and English. Naturally, no textbooks are provided – only games, songs and other activities. Children love to learn the language, and also quickly and with pleasure learn new words.

Traditionally, children spend at least half of their time in kindergarten outside. Outdoor games contribute to the physical development of babies, and also help to strengthen their health. A full day garden afternoon is also served outside in all weathers.

During their stay in the garden, children themselves can choose which games they want to play. The basic principle of Swiss preschool education is do not interfere, so teachers mostly watch the game and can only unobtrusively suggest any of its options, nothing more. The same freedom exists in regime moments. For example, during quiet hours, you can go to sleep on a mattress or in a hammock, or you can spend this time with caregivers in the playroom, playing quiet games so as not to disturb the sleepers.

How to get pre-school education in Switzerland?

Due to the lack of places in public kindergartens, most expectant mothers get on the waiting list as soon as they find out they are expecting a baby. So by the time he grows up to 4 years old, the queue for the nearest kindergarten just has time to come up.

Only those who have citizenship or a residence permit in this country can apply for a place in a public kindergarten in Switzerland. If there are no such documents, it remains to consider private gardens for the child. It is easier to get into them, but it is also better to take care of a place in a good garden in advance. Usually, private kindergartens are full-time, which solves the problem for working parents, and may also offer additional classes. So in many preschool educational institutions, pupils are taught to ski, because the slopes are within easy reach.

Kindergarten in Switzerland or school?

Many private gardens in Switzerland operate at schools. Thus, parents help the baby to smoothly adapt to learning and get used to the peculiarities of the educational process in advance. If the school is international, then this is also a great way to learn English at a sufficient level for subsequent studies.

For example, at the American school TASIS in Montagnola, there are preparatory classes for children aged 4-6. Here they learn two languages ​​- Italian and English, gradually getting ready to study in the latter, comprehend the wisdom of arithmetic and gain basic knowledge about the world around them. Particular attention is paid to games for the development of coordination and other physical exercises.

At La Garenne International School, located in the town of Villars-sur-Ollon, children over 4 years old are taught according to the British program.