Preschool Directory June 2018
Ardor Montessori School
109 Dennis Drive / Info: 276-5858
www.ardormontessori.com
Description: All-day instruction for children 2 1/2 to 6 years. Caring, safe, child-sized, mixed-age environment with developmentally appropriate manipulative materials. Before/after school options with no additional fees or fundraising. Well qualified, experienced teachers hold AMI (Association Montessori International) diplomas.
Broadway Baptist Preschool
2500 Harrodsburg Road / Info: 276-2592
www.broadwaybaptistchurch.org
Description: Offers a Christian education for children 2 years-Pre-K with low child-teacher ratios. We use Handwriting Without Tears curriculum. Mission: “We strive to provide a loving and safe environment for learning in which Christian principles and values are taught through practice and example.”
Child Development Center of the Bluegrass
290 Alumni Drive / Info: 218-2322
www.cdcbg.org
Description: Founded in 1958, CDCB provides pre-school and child care programs, and therapy services that benefit children both with and without special needs. 5-STAR rated in Ky. and NAEYC accredited. On-site physical, occupational and speech therapy offered to enrolled students and to community children through the outpatient therapy program. Touched lives of more than 10,000 children.
Crossroads Weekday Preschool
4128 Todds Road / Info: 263-8315
www.crossroads.net/preschool
Description: Offers half-day preschool from 9-noon. Provides welcoming environment where kids grow and develop through cognitive experiences and hands-on activity. Programs encourage creative expression in music, art, movement and play. M,W or T,TH options for 2-year-olds. T,Th and MWF options for 3-year-olds. T,TH and MWF and M-F options for 4-year-olds. Ages 3 and above must be potty trained to attend.
Community Montessori School
725 Stone Road / Info: 277-4805
www.cmsmontessori.org
Description: Founded in 1970, CMS offers both full-day and half-day options for Toddler (18-36 months) and Primary (3-5 year-olds) level children. Before and after school care available. CMS, a toddler to eighth grade school, is accredited by AMI (Association Montessori Internationale), and all teachers are AMI certified.
Crestwood Christian Church
1882 Bellefonte Dr. / Info: 266-0459
www.crestwoodchristian.org/family/parents-day-out/
Description: Offers a two-day/week program tailored to the academic needs of preschool aged students (3-5yr) which ensures children are prepared for a seamless transition into Kindergarten. Also offered are 1-2yr classrooms which place emphasis on fine motor, sensory, social and age appropriate developmental needs.
Fayette Cooperating Preschool
109 Rosemont Garden / Info: 276-6350
3564A Clays Mill Road / Info: 223-1713
www.coopschool.org
Description: Since 1951, “Co-op” has provided an outstanding early education through developmentally appropriate, hands-on learning. Curriculum challenges students intellectually, emotionally, socially and physically. Parent involvement, a hallmark of the program, creates a loving atmosphere that nurtures the entire family. In 2018-19, Co-op will begin offering enrichment class for children ages 5-7, Learning Enrichment through Active Play (LEAP).
1st United Methodist Church
200 W. High St. / 859-233-0545 ext 233
www.downtown.1stumc.org
Description: Kid’s Day Out Preschool partners with parents in providing child care that fosters the development of mind, body and spirit and sharing the wonder of God in a simple, age-appropriate way. ABC Jesus Loves Me pre-school curriculum plus art, music,dramatic play, gross and fine motor skills, social/emotional growth and pre-academic skills that align with Fayette County standards for incoming kindergartners.
Good Shepherd Day School
544 Sayre Avenue / Info: 255-9734
www.goodshepherddayschool.org
Description: Offers traditional preschool programs for 2-, 3-, and 4-year-olds and a kindergarten program for 5-year-olds. Extended care options are available. Curriculums are standards-based and developmentally appropriate. Teachers are highly qualified and provide a rich and safe learning environment.
Growing Together Preschool
599 Lima Drive / Info: 255-4056
www.GrowingTogetherPreschool.org
Description: Developmental preschool specializing in inclusion for children with and without special needs. On-site therapy services. Screenings, assessments and evidence-based curriculum. Nurturing environment. Kentucky Proud Farm to School Menu. 6 weeks through prekindergarten, 5 STARS, NAEYC accredited, Full-day, year-round care.
Lex. Christian Academy (LCA)
Preschool & Elementary Campus
3100 Tates Creek Road / Info: 422-5700
www.lexingtonchristian.org
Description: LCA offers half-day and all-day programs for 3- and 4-year-old children. Parents can enroll their children in 2, 3, or 5-day/week programs. A typical half-day is offered from 8:30-11:45 a.m. A typical all-day program is offered 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. “Before school care” (7-8:30 a.m.) and “after-school care” (3:30-6 p.m.) are included in tuition. Children must be potty trained to be eligible to attend.
Lex. Hearing & Speech Center
350 Henry Clay Blvd. / Info: 268-4545
www.lhscky.org / allisonk@lhscky.org
Description: Early Learning Center offers day school for children as young as six weeks, Preschool and full-day Kindergarten/Transitional Kindergarten. Children with or without hearing loss or speech/language delays benefit from inclusive classrooms. All classrooms feature language and literacy-enriched curriculum and small student-teacher ratios. Listening and spoken language based programs provide superior educational foundation for all.
Lexington Latin School
483 W. Reynolds Road / Info: (859) 492-1381
(Lower School Meets in Ashland Baptist Church) Upper School Meets at Quest Church (410 Sporting Court)
www.LexingtonLatinSchool.com
Description: Preschool students enjoy a beautiful, classical Christian curriculum under the tutelage of wonderful nurturing teachers.
Lexington Montessori School
319 South Broadway Park
Info: 254-7034 / www.lexkymontessori.org
Description: LMS is a community of learners, a family with a commitment to Montessori education and community participation. Along with a Montessori curriculum, LMS offers Spanish, art and music classes taught by specialized teachers. Enrollment options include half-day and full-day for all enrolled children (preschool-sixth grade).
The Lexington School
1050 Lane Allen Road / Info: 278-0501
www.thelexingtonschool.org
Description: Offers traditional and Montessori programs for children 2-5 years old. Developmentally appropriate curriculum taught by highly qualified teachers in a safe and nurturing environment. Financial aid available.
Lutheran School of Lexington
425 Patchen Drive / Info: 268-7787
www.lutheranpreschoollexington.org
Description: Learning, loving and living as God’s children. The LSL is a play-centered Christian morning-only preschool, where creativity, imagination and innovation lay the foundation for healthy learning habits.”WE PLAY TO LEARN.”
Mom Time: Christian Learning Academy
At Northeast Christian Church (990 Star Shoot Parkway)
Info: momtime@ncclex.org
www.ncclex.org/mom-time/
Description: Christian mom’s day out program with a progressive learning curriculum that meets Tuesday/Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Serves children ages 2 months to Pre-K. Children are prepared for kindergarten with a detailed, nationally recognized curriculum (Handwriting Without Tears) and with experienced teachers.
National Academy
3500 Arbor Drive, Lex / Info: 273-3292
www.Lexkydaycare.com
Description: Provides a safe and nurturing environment where children ages 6 weeks to 12 years learn through play. National Academy is a 3-STAR-rated facility, and is a partner with the Community Action Council Head Start program that also offers Early Head Start. After-school care for school-aged children is also available.
Our PlayHouse Preschool
235 Walton Ave. / Info: 233-7000
www.ophlexington.com
Description: Offers morning and full day classes for children ages 3 months to 5 years as well as a full summer program. Flexible schedules available. Our PlayHouse Preschool believes that children are active participants in their own learning. The curriculum for this Reggio-Emilia inspired school is project based and grows out of the interests and passions of the children. This method is also based on best educational practices, making it a unique offering.
Pepperhill Preschool
2104 Eastway Drive / Info: 277-6813
www.Pepperhillkidz.com
Description: Excellent early childhood readiness program for children ages 2-5 years. Enriched by hands-on materials and structured activities. After-school transportation service and child care for ages 6-10 years old (South End only). Certified teachers. Small class sizes. Open year-round, M-F, 7:15 a.m.-6 p.m.
St. Michael’s School
2025 Bellefonte Drive / Info: 277-7541
www.stmichaelslex.org
Description: A strong academic program since 1961. Classes in art, music, P.E. and Spanish. Half-day classes. Early drop-off and late pick-up available. Programs for 3- & 4-year-olds and early 5’s.
Sayre School
194 North Limestone / Info: 254-1361
ww.sayreschool.org
Description: Preschool ages 2-4; Kindergarten-Grade 12. Nurturing, hands-on preschool environment where children can grow and explore. Experienced early childhood teachers lead engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum in project-based classrooms that value the role of play. Weekly exposure to art, music, library, P.E. and Spanish. Beautiful downtown campus, with after-school programs and financial aid available.
Trinity Christian Academy
3900 Rapid Run Drive / Info: 271-0079
www.TrinityLex.org
Description: Christ-centered, balanced approach combines learning with play. Children grow through exploration and discovery. Classical Christian foundation fosters art, music, literature appreciation while preparing children for early literacy in reading and math. Half-day and full-day PreK options available, as well as a full-day Junior Kindergarten. Children must be 4 years old by Aug 1.
Wee Care Daycare & Preschool
455 East Maxwell St. / Info: 231-8687
www.weecaredaycarelex.com
Description: Licensed, family owned, STARS-rated childcare center that has been caring for children for more than 15 years. Qualified teachers make learning fun while following the Kentucky Early Childhood Standards to prepare children for the future. Portfolios track your child’s growth and progress. If you’re looking for an excellent preschool, visit and tour the newly built Pre-K addition.