Preschools

Choosing the right preschool for your family can be a daunting task, but we hope this guide makes it even a little bit easier!

Do you have a favorite school that is not on our list? Please tell us about them! Email us at [email protected] and we would love to reach out to them!

First School has experienced and caring teachers who fill each school day with creativity, excitement, curiosity, and fun! Whether your child is outdoors exploring one of the three playground areas, in the Fun Room completing an obstacle course or playing musical instruments, or in the classroom using their imagination to run a grocery store or build towers, your child will build a foundation of both academic and social skills that will prepare them for a lifetime of learning.

Academic class offerings include: Learn With Me for 2-year-olds and a parent/caregiver, preschool for 2 1/2, 3, and 4-year-olds, Young Fives (kindergarten preparation for those who turn 5 between May and December), and Kindergarten. There are also Afternoon Enrichment classes to extend the learning day for 4-year-olds and above. Extra offerings include nature classes, crafting classes, martial arts, dance classes, soccer skills, Drums Alive™, and summer camps.

It’s very impressive that First School has been in business for more than 50 years and has educated thousands of people in the Dayton area!

“First School is a treasure. The growth and development I’ve seen in my daughter in her first year here has far exceeded all of my expectations. What an incredible place for her to begin her educational journey. The staff care about each child and are definitely trained to give the best education possible to these young minds. So grateful to have this school in our community!” – Becca V., Parent

Experience what sets First School apart by scheduling a tour with their Director of Admissions, Stacey Yarger.

At the YMCAs of Greater Dayton, every child has the potential to be successful, with a carefully crafted educational environment that is friendly, positive, and caring to help each student discover his or her own unique gifts.

At the heart and soul of this great program are the teachers. Educators in the YMCA’s Preschool Education Programs foster great achievement by presenting curriculum in a way that makes learning fun, meaningful, and interesting. Daily lessons are created to boost development through creative, age-appropriate activities, hands-on experience, a balance of indoor and outdoor play, with snacks and downtime included.

There are a variety of conveienent program locations to choose from.
Make sure you check out the YMCA website to learn more.

Primrose School of Beavercreek is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience. At Primrose, they partner with parents to help children build the right foundation for future learning and life and offer an environment that helps children have fun while nurturing Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts®. Primrose Schools offers year-round programs for children from infant through school age, including summer camp.

With purposeful play and nurturing guidance from teachers, their Balanced Learning approach inspires children to think in more ways :: with creativity, compassion, and resourcefulness. This time-tested approach instills a love of learning and discovery that helps children develop and excel for years.

At Primrose, they believe whom children become is as important as what they know, and their mission is to forge a path that leads to a brighter future for all children.

The St. Helen Catholic Preschool Program was awarded a 5-star rating in the Step-Up-To-Quality Program and is proud to be a Preschool Promise Partner. Their preschool program accepts children ages three to five years old and offers both part and full time schedules. As a preschool, they believe children must be taught with care and kindness at their own pace. Children must be nurtured in a tender and careful manner. They must be encouraged to discover the world using their own experiences. In addition, St. Helen Preschool celebrates diversity through adding cultural learning in their curriculum. St. Helen will hold an annual Open House at the end of February and welcome new family enrollment in March.