Preschools, Child Care, and Enrichment Programs for Preschoolers in Greater Rochester, NY
Preschools come in all shapes, sizes, and philosophies. Choose the one that is best for you by browsing through KOA's extensive lists. The following schools have elected to be highlighted on this list. Below that is the huge embedded list of all area preschools who have posted to KidsOutAndAbout. (If you work for a preschool that has not yet listed with us, click here for instructions. It's free to be listed in the scrolling box below.)
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The Harley School
Nursery at The Harley School: Joy In LearningDesigned to meet the needs of growing toddlers as well as busy families!
Our experienced early childhood educators understand how children develop, viewing each moment as teachable and masterfully guiding their class with consideration for each student. The children are engaged in a highly intentional way. By creating classroom environments filled with lively discussion, collaboration, social interaction, and play, the wonder of learning is opened up to young children.
The average tenure of our Nursery faculty is 11 years. They are trained to create safe, joyful, and engaging classroom and school communities. Their emphasis is on helping students develop academic, social, and emotional skills in a learning environment that is developmentally responsive to their strengths and needs.
Contact Renee Fishner at RFishner@harleyschool.org or 585-442-1770 to learn more.
Woodbury School at the Strong
Woodbury School at The Strong offers a preschool program for three- and four-year-old children and an early kindergarten program for four- and five-year-old children. Both programs are Reggio Emilia-inspired and are therefore responsive to the interests of the children. This approach encourages teachers and students to work together to plan the curriculum and create projects. Guided by teachers who facilitate their explorations, children delve deeply into topics that fascinate and stimulate learning.
Click here for more information and to apply. If you have questions, please contact The Strong at info@museumofplay.org.
Allendale Columbia School
At Allendale Columbia School, we prepare students for the world they will inherit. In our trusting and responsive environment, students in nursery through grade 12 grow in confidence and develop scholastic independence. Together, our students and teachers imagine, design, and create in order to make a positive impact locally and globally. We focus on building foundational skills while providing real-world, authentic learning opportunities. We value and foster these core values: making connections that matter; mastering strategies for learning; inspiring curious and creative learners; sparking resilient spirits; and daring to take risks.
Contact our Director of Enrollment and Financial Aid, Shelby Riter, at sriter@allendalecolumbia.org today to learn more!
St. Patrick's Preschool
Half Day Preschool 3 and 4/5St. Patrick's Catholic Preschool fosters spiritual and educational growth, enabling students to achieve success through human, spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional development in a safe and supportive child-centered program. We offer faith-based and STEM learning for children. They receive an enriched environment for learning, growing, and playing. We have small class sizes with two teachers per class. All curriculum adheres to NYS guidelines and to the Diocese of Rochester Preschool curriculum.
Programs run September to June for ages 3, 4, and 5. Must be potty trained and age 3 or 4 by December 1. We offer a two-day or three-day morning program for 3-year-olds, and a five-day morning program for 4/5-year-olds. Please call (585) 924- 2800 or email vstpatrick@dor.org to schedule a tour and check out our web site for more information on our quality preschool program!
DASA Preschool
Discovery Academy of Science & ArtFormerly the RMSC Preschool, the new Discovery Academy of Science & Art (DASA) Preschool has found a home at 597 East Ave. Students will learn through play with our science, technology, engineering, art and math and inquiry-based curriculum, and can take advantage of our connections to local museums and cultural institutions. Teachers nurture the development of the whole child by providing a caring environment rich in discovery and imagination.
Whether in the classroom, exploring local cultural institutions or the outdoors, DASA Preschool makes learning exciting and enriching, with impressions that last a lifetime. For details, visit www.dasapreschool.org.
St. Ambrose Academy Preschool
St. Ambrose Academy is a private, Catholic, coed, elementary school providing academic excellence for students in Preschool through grade 5. We offer Preschool programs for 3 and 4 year olds with the option of full day wraparound extended care. Our caring teachers provide experiences which enrich all aspects of a child's life: spiritual, emotional, social, physical, and intellectual. In addition to the preschool curriculum, students also receive specialized instruction in physical education and music. We invite you to contact our office to arrange for your personal tour. 585-288-0580
Hillel School
You belong at Hillel!
Hillel School empowers students to become ethical global citizens and leaders, fostering Jewish values of knowledge, righteousness, and kindness. Provides high-quality, comprehensive education from Pre-K through 8th grade, promoting critical thinking skills, compassion, and a sense of inquiry. Hillel school is a candidate school for the IB Primary Years Programme, emphasizing a student-centered approach and a nurturing environment for lifelong learning. Join our warm community where every student's unique journey is valued, preparing graduates to thrive in an interconnected world.
Bach to Rock Penfield
In our rockin’ preschool class for ages 3-5, students will work on dynamic musical and movement-based activities, get exposure to live instruments and have musically inspired story-time. They will develop the skills needed to read music, play simple rhythms and develop fine motor control. Classes focus on foundational concepts such as fast and slow, low and high and more! Each class ends with rockin’ out on stage to current music. Perfect for young ones interested in music!
Seton Catholic School and Preschool
Seton Catholic School welcomes students in preschool through grade six with its rich assortment of learning programs. Our students are challenged with our rigorous curriculum and extracurricular activities. Our dedicated staff and teachers are committed to the development of the whole child focusing on the academic, emotional, and spiritual needs of our students. Our school is rich in student-centered technology and standard-based instruction with diverse extracurricular activities ranging from Spanish instruction to chess club to a variety of sport teams and instruction, to name a few.
Seton Catholic School was named Best Pre-School and Best Private School by the Rochester Business Journal in 2023. Please visit our website at www.setondcs.org or call us at 585-473-6604 for more information or to schedule a tour. We are ready to welcome you to the Seton School community.
Nazareth Elementary – Where Faith, Love and Learning Thrive!
Grade PreK3 - Grade 6In 2021, we celebrated 150 years of quality education! Combine academic excellence in a faith-filled environment with our dedicated, caring teaching staff and your child’s early educational journey will flourish! Our goal is for every child to thrive as a confident learner. Since the pandemic, Nazareth has grown its Academic Intervention program to provide extra support in reading and math. There are also enrichment opportunities at various levels. We are bringing back some pre-pandemic extracurricular activities such as Children’s Choir and Science Club. Nazareth could be the experience you have been searching for! Set your child up for bright future with a Nazareth education today.
Reach out today to join the Nazareth family! Call 585-458-3786 to schedule a tour. For more information on our Preschool to Grade 6 program, please visit us at www.nazarethschools.org.
