Disclaimer: Preschools listed below have paid to be listed, but each one has been recommended by Lake Country Family Fun readers. Lake Country Family Fun is the number one parenting resource in Waukesha County, priding itself on being thoroughly connected to the community, including these preschools. If you have a Preschool that you would love to see in this guide, comment below and we will reach out to them (if we haven’t already).
As a parent, it is often a hard choice when the time comes to figure out where to send your child for their preschool years. There are so many choices and different curricula to consider. 2K? 3k? 4k? Public versus private? Montessori? Waldorf? Virtual? Traditional? Does my child have to be potty trained? Is there wrap-around care?
Lake Country Family Fun prides itself on finding the best Waukesha County preschools and sifting through the information so you don’t have to. This guide is here to help you navigate all the wonderful schools that the Lake Country and Waukesha County area offers for Preschools and pre-primary programs. There are over 30 preschools featured below that are located in 12 communities such as Brookfield, Delafield, Dousman, Hartland, Oconomowoc (including Okauchee), Pewaukee, Waukesha and more! All of these preschools are recommended by our amazing readers! There are also many local, amazing public school districts in Waukesha County.
Being a local parent and author of this guide, I am so impressed by the preschools near me. I was hesitant to send my first born to Pre K, and now I want to send my third to several! I love working with the schools listed in this guide and learning how each are unique and special, but the one thing they all have in common is their heart is in the community and the kids. There is a lot of love to go around, and I hope you find the perfect infant, preschool, daycare or preschool for your children right here in Lake Country and Waukesha County.
Don’t miss these PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSES to get a first hand view of these local preschools! You can use this handy guide to narrow your search down, and then physically visit your top schools to tour and meet the staff.
In this guide you will find:
Childhood as it should be.
We believe that a healthy and happy childhood will pave the way for an extraordinary life.
Be sure to check out our outdoor classrooms which will be used during the school year! Prairie Hill is a proud participant in the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program; making Waldorf education more accessible to all.
30+ Preschools in Waukesha County
Listed Preschools Alphabetically
To view the details about a given school, find their information in the city tab associated with them.
- All God's Children - Delafield
- Bethlehem -Wales
- Brookfield Academy - Brookfield
- Christ the Lord Lutheran - Brookfield
- Christian Education Leadership Academy - Pewaukee
- Dayspring - Pewaukee
- Divine Redeemer - Hartland
- Hearts and Hands - Oconomowoc
- Immanuel Lutheran - Brookfield
- Kettle Moraine Preschool - Dousman
- Lake Country Kindergarten Preschool - North Lake
- Lamb of Christ - Pewaukee
- Living Tree Lake Country - Hartland
- Maravilla Montessori School - Waukesha
- Oconomowoc Community Center - Oconomowoc
- Prairie Hill Waldorf - Pewaukee
- St. Anthony on the Lake - Pewaukee
- St. Brunos - Dousman
- St. Charles - Hartland
- St. Jerome- Oconomowoc
- St. Joan of Arc - Delafield/Nashotah
- St. Johns - Mukwonago
- St. Joseph - Big Bend
- St. Lukes- Waukesha
- St. Matthews - Oconomowoc
- St. Pauls- Oconomowoc
- Sunshine School at the YMCA at Pabst Farms
- The Augustine Academy - Hartland
- Tree of Life - Oconomowoc
- University Lake School - Hartland
- Wee Know -Hartland
- Zion -Hartland
2024 Waukesha County Preschools by City
Brookfield & Elm Grove
3462 N Brookfield Road
Brookfield, WI 53045
- Location:Located on N. Brookfield Road in Brookfield
- Ages of children in program: 3, 4 and 5 Year olds
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care options: Brookfield Academy offers additional enrichment activities for half-day pre-kindergarten 4 and 5 year olds. In addition we provide an after school enrichment program for Primary School students.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Our young scholars are provided with an exceptional curriculum, small class sizes, and a nurturing environment to begin their journey to develop a lifelong love of learning.
Description:
Brookfield Academy is an independent, coeducational college preparatory day school serving K3 through Grade 12. Little Knights (K3) is a half-day, morning program. Level A (K4) is a morning or afternoon half-day program. Level B (K5) is a full day program. Extended day options available.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Tours and information sessions available throughout the year. For information please call 262-783-3200 x-141. Open Houses held in late October and March.
Our upcoming Open House on Wednesday, March 6, from 4-6 pm, will provide an opportunity for families to experience each of our divisions and learn more about the BA community.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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1650 N Brookfield Rd,
Brookfield, WI 53045
- Location: Brookfield, WI (corner of Gebhardt and Brookfield Road)
- Ages of children in program: 3 and 4 year old
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes
- Wrap Around Care Options: Available from 7:00AM-5:30PM
Parent testimonial
What makes Christ the Lord unique:
Our blended 3K-4K program has flexible enrollment options, including half and full day choices, that meet the needs of all families. Children have the opportunity to stay in the same building until 8th grade, creating a family-like atmosphere in our school.
Description:
Christ the Lord Lutheran School is a preschool through eighth grade school, which provides a Christ-centered, Bible-based education where children of our congregation and community have the opportunity to grow spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Tours are available upon request. Use our website link (https://
Contact them:
13445 Hampton Road
Brookfield, WI 53005
- Location: Brookfield, WI
- Ages of children in program: 3 and 4 year old
- Must children be potty-trained? They need to be potty trained upon entering 4K
- Wrap Around Care Options: Immanuel offers wrap around care for our day school students as well as a robust year round child care program from 6 weeks to 12 years old.
Parent testimonial
What makes Immanuel unique:
While private schools have been shrinking in recent years, Immanuel is currently in its tenth year of growth. With having recently completed a brand new community playground, Immanuel looks to the future with great hope to serve more children, families, and the community.
Description:
Centrally located, Immanuel Lutheran provides transformation education to 438 students, and was founded with the congregation in 1912. Immanuel remains steadfast in its commitment to serve a diverse student body, training future leaders for excellence while leading Christ-centered, purpose-filled lives.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Tours are available upon request. Use our website link or call to schedule.
Contact them:
Delafield & Nashotah
1600 N. Genesee Street,
Delafield, WI 53018
- Location:Conveniently located in Christ the King Lutheran Church on Highway C in Delafield.
- Ages of children in program: Our programs for children ages 2 ½ through 5 offer a play based curriculum in a loving, Christian environment. We offer half day preschool classes with 2 and 3 day options. We also work collaboratively with the Kettle Moraine School district as we host a KMSD 4K program which meets 5 days a week. Our 4K program is tuition free for children who are 4 by September 1 and are residents of the school district. If you reside outside the district, you may “open enroll” for our program.
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care: Early drop off as early as 7:45am and an extended enrichment option from 11:45-12:45 or 11:45-2:45.
- Flexible scheduling!
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
We get so connected to our preschool families that they become part of our AGC family! We have been utilizing the Brightwheel app which allows easy communication between families, teachers and preschool.
Description:
All God’s Children’s strong play-based curriculum is aligned with the Wisconsin Model of Early Learning Standards (WMELS) fostering the development of early learner skills and setting our students up for future academic success. Our preschoolers grow socially and emotionally, while becoming independent learners. Our classrooms offer areas that are age and developmentally appropriate including listening centers, tactile tables, building blocks, trucks, kitchen center, manipulatives to help develop their fine motor skills and dramatic play center setting the stage for social interactions. Outdoor play is part of our curriculum as we enjoy being outside in our fenced-in playground with updated play equipment. We also offer lunch bunch and extended enrichment opportunities for children to extend their day in a convenient, flexible way.
- 4K – 8:45-11:45
- Rainbow & Monkey class – 9:00-11:45
- New 5-day option in both the Rainbow & Monkey classes
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Families are invited to come visit our preschool for a personal tour as we kick off 2025 – 2026 registration on Monday, January 20. Feel free to email agcisfun@
- Open House week is January 21 – 24 or any day by appt.
- Registration for new families begins on January 20.
Contact them:
1600 N. Genesee Street,
Delafield, WI 53018
- Location: Conveniently located in Delafield-Nashotah
- Ages of children in program: 3-5 years old
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care: Additional care available from 3-5 pm M-R and 3-4:30 Fri
Parent testimonial
Description:
Our Catholic pre-school program is curriculum-based and child-centered to allow our children to develop through both practice and play while preparing them for academic success when they begin school.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
To schedule a tour call 262-646-5821 or email school-office@scsjcluster.org
Contact them:
Unique Highlight:
We offer a 5 full day pre-school programming to meet the needs of working families in a school (not daycare) environment.
Dousman
S37W35415 Co Rd D,
Dousman, WI 53118
- Location: We are located in the Lower Level of Ottawa Presbyterian Church S37 W35415 County Rd. D in Dousman, WI.
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Ages of children in program: Our 3k program is on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-11:30 and serves children ages 2 ½- 4, and our 4k program is Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9-3.
Note: We are a community partner site for Kettle Moraine School district, so our 4K program is FREE of charge to you. - Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care: No
Parent testimonial
– Nora E.
Unique Highlight:
Kettle Moraine Preschool prioritizes developing relationships with students and families. Our small, family owned country school setting and nurturing, knowledgeable teachers give our school a warm and inviting atmosphere. We foster a love of nature while exploring our nature trail and other outdoor educational experiences. Learning is customized to student interest and tailored to meet each student where they are. Kettle Moraine Preschool is a happy place to learn and grow with friends!
Description:
Kettle Moraine Preschool offers an exceptional preschool education within a safe, nurturing classroom community. In addition to our 3k program, we are a 4K community partner site for the Kettle Moraine School District. Our three full-day schedule allows us to dig deeper into academics while still having plenty of time for free play, art, music, rest time, and outdoor play. At Kettle Moraine Preschool we strive to foster a life-long love of learning while helping your child develop socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. We prioritize home/ school communication and have many fun events throughout the year for parents and grandparents to enjoy with their children.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Please visit our website for more information or give us a call if you have any questions or would like to schedule an individual tour:262-965- 5900.
Contact them:
246 W Ottawa Ave,
Dousman, WI 53118
- Location: Dousman
- Ages of children in program: We offer a preschool program for 3 and 4 year olds
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care: We offer Before School Care (7:30-8:30 AM) and After School Care (3:30-6:00 PM)
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Licensed teachers provide a true school experience with individual academic goals set for all preschool students and play-based learning experiences following the Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards. (WMELS)
Description:
Full day, 5 day a week program (other options available). Fun
learning environment focused on individualized goals and including outdoor education opportunities. Dedicated teachers and aides led by a licensed State of Wisconsin teacher, continue to improve their skills through continuing education and collaborative planning.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Join us for our Open House and
Carnival on Sunday, January 28, 11:30-1:30 PM. For more information on this event,
please visit our website. Or, call to schedule your tour now. 262-965-2291
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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Hartland
31385 W. Hill Road,
Hartland, WI 53029
- Location: The school is conveniently located on Hwy. 83, ¼ mile north of Hwy. 16 in Hartland at 31385 West Hill Road.
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Ages of children in program:
School Elementary & Middle School (5K – 8th Grade)
Early Childhood Center (Infant – 4 Year Old Kindergarten - Must children be potty-trained? Infant – 2K (Eaglet Class) do NOT require child to be pottytrained.
- Wrap-around care: Our before-and-after school program (BASE Camp for 5K – 8th grade) and wrap-around-care (WAC for Infants – 4K) are available between the hours of 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Divine Redeemer is truly a “family”. We have “Chapel Families” and “Chapel Buddies” that build community across-grades. You will see our Principal every day outside greeting families and students.
Description:
Offering exceptional options for an academic- based preschool experience for your little one. Divine Redeemer has been offering a strong Christian academic environment for education for more than thirty years. The school is Nationally Accredited and awarded as an Exemplary school. Teachers are highly professional, state certified and experienced early childhood educators. Not only will your child experience the highest level of academics set in a fun, engaging environment, but in addition, their entire school day will be filled with the teachings and love of Jesus! Class sizes and student-to- teacher ratios are perfect for early learning!
Our school offers many other services available to our children including:
– Financial assistance
– Full-Time Resource Teacher
– Speech Services
– On-site School Counselor
– Participates in Wisconsin Parental Choice Program (WPCP)
– Summer Camp
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Infant program enrollment:
For Fall ’23 now being accepted with deposit- Call Early Childhood Center 262-367-2972 to register.
1 Year Old- 8th Grade Enrollment
APPLICATIONS for NEW students opens for all Hatchling – 8th grade students: Monday, February 6th. Payment is not due until enrollment.
Because our spots will fill up, we encourage everyone to apply as soon as possible and then once application is accepted, fill out enrollment as soon as possible.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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4024 Nagawicka Rd
Hartland, Wisconsin 53029
- Location:Conveniently located off Hwy 16 and Hwy 83 in Hartland
- Ages of children in program: 18 months to 5 years
- Must children be potty-trained? Children ages 3 and up must be potty-trained.
- Wrap-around care options: Yes
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Enjoy the wooded trails, prairie lands and green spaces of our beautiful 180-acre campus. Our Preprimary students love getting outside to build forts, hike trails and visit our chickens.
Description:
University Lake School offers the following Preprimary programs:
- Laker Playgroup: 18 Months to 3 Years + Caregiver
- Little Lakers: Serving children 2 – 3 years old
- 3, 4 and 5 year old Kindergarten
ULS’ Preprimary program provides a foundation for children to become confident young learners. We support individualized growth through collaborative work and play, allowing our students to develop a strong love of learning that stays with them. Our Preprimary programs are inspired by the internationally recognized Reggio Emilia approach that fosters:
- Indoor and outdoor learning
- Collaborative group work
- Dramatic play
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Indoor and outdoor learning
- Collaborative group work
- Dramatic play
- Communication skills
Critical thinking skills
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour: Please contact our Admissions Department to schedule a guided tour for you and your student: admissions@universitylake.org or call/text (262) 263-8011.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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1023 E Capitol Dr,
Hartland, WI 53029
- Location: Right off Hwy 16 and Merton Ave. in Hartland.
- Ages of children in program: 3K/4K
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care:
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
It is a family environment and our children love attending school here.
Description:
Zion Lutheran School offers 3K/4K Christian based, age appropriate academic curriculum. Our small classes offer a fun, loving family environment that encourages the children to be creative, and to help them grow socially, emotionally, cognitively and physically. Our school has large classrooms, low teacher to student ratio, a full size gym, and many outdoor play areas and equipment. Our program is five days a week and you have the option to choose which days would fit into your schedule. Our day begins at 8:20 a.m. Monday-Friday and ends at 11:30 a.m.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Please visit our WEBSITE or call 262-367-3617.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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1100 WI-83
Delafield, WI 53029
- Location: Delafield, Wisconsin
- Ages of children in program: For preschool the children must be 4 by September 1 (the school is 4K-8 school)
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Our preschool students spend hours outside exploring and creating in nature. Handwork, nature study, music, stories, spanish, poetry tea, art, and life skills are a regular part of the day. TAA is a hybrid school, blending traditional classroom learning with homeschool learning.
Description:
The Augustine Academy exists to partner with parents by offering a classical education that prepares children to thoughtfully engage the world. This work is grounded in the gospel of Jesus Christ and in the truth that we were created to bring glory to God. TAA is a hybrid model classical school featuring a blend of classroom and homeschool learning which is designed to cultivate partnership with parents in education. Students are on campus 3 days (4K-5th grade) or 4 days (6th-12th grade) and are homeschooled the other 2 days (for 4K-5th) or 1 day (for 6th-12th). Steeped in Charlotte Mason’s liberal arts tradition, students learn through engaging living ideas in our rigorous curriculum which features 26 disciplines of study. Positive relationships with teachers, peers, siblings, and parents are fostered in a joyful atmosphere both in the classroom and at home. To learn more, visit https://www.youtube.com/
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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526 Renson Rd, Hartland, WI 53029
- Location:Located in the heart of Hartland on Circle Dr.
- Ages of children in program: Flexibility is key and we offer parents the choice of a 2-day, 3-day or 5-day morning program for 3-year-olds. There are options to stay for a longer day until 1 pm or 3:25 pm. Our 4K Program is five mornings a week which prepares our students for 5K. Students in 4K also have the option to stay until 1 pm or 3:25 pm. There is after school care onsite for students in 3K-5th Grade provided by St. Charles staff.
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care options: Students in 3K and 4K can stay from 8:25 a.m. through 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 3:25 p.m. or even 5:30 p.m.! There are a variety of options based on your schedule.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Students in 3K and 4K attend Mass with our older students — and even have a buddy sit with them!
Description:
St. Charles Parish School, a vibrant and growing school in the heart of Lake Country, offers a variety of preschool programs to meet the needs of families and young students. Our preschool program is growing as more families learn about the curriculum where these 3- and 4-year olds learn through organized play and center time in faith-filled classrooms. Our tuition is among the lowest of Catholic Schools in western Waukesha County. We would love to show you around our interactive, bright and happy classrooms!
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Please call Principal Dan Garvey or Advancement Officer Allison Caswell for a tour at 262-367-2040 or email school@stcharleshartland.org.
Contact them:
- Location: Conveniently located on Hwy 83 in Hartland between I-94 and Hwy 16
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Ages of children in program:
School Year – 2 1⁄2 yrs. through 4K
Summer – 3 yrs. (by Aug. 31) through 3rd grade bound -
Must children be potty-trained?
School Year – 2 1/2 yr classrooms do not have to be toilet trained. 3K & 4K classrooms must be toilet trained.
Summer – All campers must be toilet trained. - Wrap-around care: Flexible scheduling between 6:30 AM and 5:30PM to meet each family’s need.
Parent testimonial
* Words cannot fulfill our gratitude and appreciation for our daughter’s time at your school. Wonderful experience! Will always recommend it.
* Thanks for creating such a special place for kids to thrive! Can’t imagine a better preschool than Wee Know!
Unique Highlight:
Many centers move children to a new age group on their birthday. Wee Know School believes in an age-appropriate curriculum in a consistent setting. Class placement is determined by child’s age as of Sept. 1st. Children continue with the same teachers and classmates throughout the school year (Sept.-May) learning at a level that is developmentally appropriate for their age. Each summer they “fly” up to the next age group.
Description:
Wee Know has been serving the Lake Country area since 1975. We are a YoungStar 5 star center and Nationally Accredited. Our “Theme” based curriculum inspires children to learn about the world around them. Stories, discussions, art and dramatic play enhance creativity and verbal skills. Nurturing interactions and educational hands-on learning activities build self-esteem, intellectual development, independence, and a positive feeling toward learning. Gym activities and extensive outdoor play area develop and strengthen gross motor skills.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
To receive registration information for Summer and/or Fall 2024, please call or email (office@weeknowschool.com) our office.
Contact them:
Mukwonago/Muskego/Big Bend
410 West Veterans Way
Mukwonago, WI 53149
- Location: In the heart of Mukwonago on Veterans Way
- Ages of children in program: 2.5 Year old – 4 year old
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes
- Wrap-around care: Wrap Around Care is provided for those attending our school from 7-8AM and from 3:25-6:00PM
- Call us at: 262-363-4999
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Family atmosphere is what makes St. John’s unique all centered around God’s Word. Throughout the year your family will have opportunities to meet and mingle with the school families to get to know each other and to encourage each other. The students in 3K all the way through 8th grade intermingle with each other teaching and helping each other. Family is super important and we try to make our school a family friendly place to come and learn and worship.
Description:
St. John’s offers half day and full day preschool with flexible scheduling for 3 and 4 year olds. This preschool comes highly recommended and has been filled to capacity for 6 years in a row! Your child will experience a play based learning environment, small student to teacher ratios, literacy, math, science, social studies, and art experiences, all while learning about their Savior, Jesus. Programming is based on the High Scope Curriculum. All three teachers have their bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education with an average of 15 years of experience. For more information please visit our website at www.stjohnslutheran-muk.org and then click on the Preschool link.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Tours can be arranged by contacting the school office (school@stjohnslutheran-muk.
Contact them:
S89W22650 Milwaukee Ave
Big Bend, WI 53103
- Location: Off of 164 just south of 43
- Ages of children in program: 3-5
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes
- Wrap-around care: Affordable after-school-care, supervised by school staff members, is available until 6PM. Activities include snack, homework time, games, and outdoor play.
- Call us at: 262 662 2737
Parent testimonial
Description:
St. Joseph Catholic School offers comprehensive preschool programming (3K & 4K, full- and half-day, 3-5 day options) where children grow in all areas of development: health/physical, social/emotional, language/communication, cognition/general knowledge and faith. Children build foundations for school readiness through daily routines enriched with music, art, and gross motor activities.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Please call 262-662-2737 or complete our online form to request a tour: https://www.stjoesbb.com/tour.
Contact them:
Unique Highlight:
St. Joseph School has been a fixture of our community since 1955! Throughout our long history, our emphasis on faith and family has remained the same.
North Lake
N75 W31283 Hwy VV
North Lake, Wisconsin 53064
- Location: Located in Rooms 101, 118, 120 & 121 North Lake School
- Ages of children in program: starting at age 3 (3K & 4K)
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care: LCK now offers full time wrap-around care (outside of class time) for 3K and 4K children from 7:30am until 2:30pm. If care is needed after 2:30pm, 4K children may attend North Lake’s after care until 6:00pm for an additional cost.
Parent testimonial
LCK was an amazing experience for our son. His transition to the school environment couldn’t have been better especially at such an uncertain time. The academic to play ratio was just right. We appreciated the frequent communication as well as the parent involvement. Our family definitely recommends LCK for any parent looking to provide their child with some structure, learning, and independence in a positive school environment. -Andrea S.
Description:
Lake Country Kindergarten (LCK) is a cooperative program that is a partnership between certified teachers, parents and caregivers. Our focus embraces hands on activities. The year of learning is based upon themes of the world around us. Art, music, science, technology, games, learning, activities, fine and gross motor play, and dramatic play are the components used for learning. Age-appropriate field trips are planned as well as many parent and child functions throughout the year.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Open house Wednesday, January 31, 2024 from 5:30 – 6:30. Contact LCK Director at director@lckpreschool.com with questions or to schedule a private tour.
Contact them:
Unique Highlight:
Parents are a child’s most important educators. As a Co-op, LCK values parent involvement by encouraging them to share their interests and talents in the classroom, participate on the Officers’ Board, join committees and sign up for Co-op jobs.
Oconomowoc & Okauchee
210 E. Pleasant St.
Oconomowoc, WI
- Location: Located in the heart of downtown Oconomowoc
- Ages of children in program: 2-5 years old
- Must children be potty-trained?
- Wrap-around care: 6:30–7:40 am and 11:00 am–6:00 pm
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
At St. Paul’s you are part of a family from the Infant Room through 8th grade. Parents and children form lasting friendships and support systems.
Description:
St. Paul’s ECC is committed to giving you the security of knowing your child(ren) are in great hands. Our program provides a safe and loving Christian environment that will strengthen and support your child’s spiritual, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
At St. Paul’s Lutheran School, our mission is to help God’s children grow to be energetic servant leaders for HIM through love, respect, and a commitment to excellence. To achieve this mission, we continuously strive to provide the highest quality Christian education through academics, faith, fine arts, and athletics. As early as preschool, your child’s education will be continuously tailored to their individual learning style. We invest in each child and help them build a strong academic and spiritual foundation that will prepare them to live in the world as servant leaders and bold witnesses for Jesus Christ. Discover how St. Paul’s can prepare your child to be a Christian leader.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
To arrange a tour, contact St. Paul’s ECC at 262- 567-6881 or stpaulsecc@splco.org.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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N50 W35181 Wisconsin Ave.,
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
- Location:Across from Okauchee Lake in Town of Oconomowoc
- Ages of children in program: Ages 2 and up
- Must children be potty-trained? No.
- Wrap-around care: Hours of operation are 7am-6pm
Parent testimonial
-Liz T.
“Holy Trinity is like family. They are the most kind-hearted staff we’ve ever met and truly made an impact on our family.”
-Heather
Description:
Tree of Life Learning Center offers play-based early learning opportunities for ages 2 and older. The Center is open from 7:00am-6:00pm, year-round, Monday through Friday. A Summer Program is provided for ages 2-12. We have flexible scheduling, reasonable rates and experienced staff.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Open House on Tuesday, January 28th from 6-7pm. Free book for every child in attendance. Call 262-567-2737, ext 1031 for more information or to schedule a tour.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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815 S Concord Rd, Oconomowoc, WI
- Location: located at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Oconomowoc
- Ages of children in program: 25 months to 4 years old
- Must children be potty-trained? No.
- Wrap-around care: N/A
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
We have 22 acres of property and the kids play outside daily! Exploring God’s creation is a huge part of our program!
Description:
Hearts and Hands Christian Preschool is a state-licensed, non-profit, inter-denominational preschool. Their mission is to provide a nurturing and safe environment offering play-based opportunities that will enhance each child’s developmental, spiritual, and physical growth. They will promote and emphasize Christian values through the teaching and managing of our program. They offer various classes for children ages 25 months – 4 years old.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Open House Date is February 4th at 6 pm. To arrange a tour, contact us at 262-567-4461 or preschool@oconomowocucc.org.
Contact them:
Lake Country Family Fun interviewed Ms. Meckl at Hearts and Hands. Click HERE to watch.
220 W Wisconsin Ave, Oconomowoc, WI 53066
- Location:Located in the Oconomowoc Community Center
- Ages of children in program: 3-4
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
Unique Highlight:
We are in a rec department at a park and beach. Active and outdoor play are a super fun option here!
Description:
The Oconomowoc Rec Preschool program is a play-based program is designed to introduce your child to school in a fun engaging way. Sing and craft your way through the ABC’s. Numbers and more will be introduced. Pre-writing, social skills, math and science will be the focus.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Call 262-569-2199.
Contact them:
1001 S. Silver Lake St.
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
- Location:Located on Silver Lake St. in Oconomowoc
- Ages of children in program: 3k through 8th grade
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care:
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Description:
St. Jerome has adopted the Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards for our Early Childhood Preschool Program. These standards help individualize learning opportunities for social and emotional development, language and communication, cognition and general knowledge, as well as faith identity and development. Play is an essential piece of young children’s development. In our classrooms you will see learning in action! Our 3K early learners may attend 2 or 3 days per week with extended care options. 4K is 5 days per week with options of a morning session or full day. Come and See! Experience St. Jerome Parish School.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Call 262-569-3030 to schedule a tour!
Call to ask about our flexible program and to schedule a visit.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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1650 Brown Street Oconomowoc, WI
- Location: Located at 1650 Brown Street in Oconomowoc
- Ages of children in program: 6 weeks to age 13
- Must children be potty-trained? No.
- Wrap-around care:First Steps Child Care Center offers wrap around care for both preschool and grade school students.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Whether you are looking for Christ-centered 3K-8 education, Newborn-4K child care or a new church, St. Matthew’s has a place for you.
Description:
St. Matthew’s Early Childhood and First Steps offers children a nurturing environment where they can grow physically, intellectually, emotionally and spiritually. We work to develop positive relationships with children by partnering with families to support a child’s development.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Tours are available upon request. Please contact the school at 262-912-6364 to set up a tour.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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- Location: Located in Oconomowoc
- Ages of children in program: 3-5 years old
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes (please advise if child is developmentally delayed).
- Wrap-around care: N/A
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Sunshine School at the YMCA at Pabst Farms is a unique opportunity! We have all the amenities of this beautiful Y facility to help our students grow in mind/body/spirit. Our friends get to play all kinds of sports in the big gym, learn alongside our special needs participants, and even splash in the pool!
Description:
Sunshine School (Ages 3-5)
This fully inclusive preschool program focuses on kindergarten readiness. Our teachers will review basic skills, such as letter and number recognition, but do so in a way that feels like play. They also emphasize important social skills like sharing, taking turns, and engaging during circle time. Registration for the 2024-2025 school year opens 3/11/2024 (Members) and 4/3/2024 (Community Participants). This is a 9 month preschool (runs Sept-May).
Choose one of three class offerings:
- M/W 9:00am-11:30am
- M/W 12:15pm-2:45pm
- T/TH 9:00am-11:30am
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
We love visitors! Stop by during class hours to join us in action or set up a specific time to visit. For details call our Children’s Program Director at 262.468.0485
Contact them:
Pewaukee
N14 W29143 Silvernail Road,
Pewaukee, WI 53072
- Location: On Silvernail Road in Pewaukee
- Ages of children in program: 2 years, 9 months through 6yr old
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes, daytime potty-trained.
- Wrap-around care: Students can be dropped off as early as 7:45am for school. We also have aftercare M-F until 5:30pm
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
With 14 acres, students really have the opportunity to ‘think outside the walls’. Beautiful outdoor classrooms, beehives, chicken coop and gardens…the teachers really strive to incorporate the natural world into the curriculum every day.
Description:
Childhood as it should be.
We believe that a healthy and happy childhood will pave the way for an extraordinary life.
The cornerstone of childhood is imaginative, uninterrupted play. This is how your child develops their sense of self and their understanding of how to relate to others. Whether being immersed in the imaginative world of a good story, collecting sticks for a winter fire, or skipping through the meadow with friends, we nurture the whole child.
This play-based curriculum instills resiliency, compassion, and creativity. With this gentle introduction to formal schooling, your child will be immersed in a childhood that will prepare them for a vibrant future.
Be sure to check out our outdoor classrooms which will be used during the 2021-22 school year!
Prairie Hill is a proud participant in the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program; making Waldorf education more accessible to all.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Open House on February 4th, 2024 11-2pm.
Contact: Jessica Malik to reserve your tour: 262.646.7497
jmalik@prairiehillwaldorf.org
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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N14W29489 Silvernail Rd., Pewaukee, WI 53072
- Location:Meeting at our new location! 1.5 miles east of HWY 83 on Silvernail Rd.
- Ages of children in program: 2-12 years
- Must children be potty-trained? No.
- Wrap-around care: Yes, Available from 6:30am-to 6pm, Busing to Wales Elementary available.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
New, safe, clean facilities coupled with a beautiful campus for outdoor learning.
Description:
DaySpring Preschool and Childcare is happy to offer an exceptional education with an emphasis on Christian values that lays a strong foundation for lifelong learning. 2K, 3K, 4K, & 5K programs give students an opportunity to learn new things in an environment that stimulates creativity and develops the child spiritually, academically, emotionally, socially, and physically. Your choice of full day, half day, and 2.5 hour programs are available 5 days a week. Our facility that is new, clean, safe, and fun for children. Your child will flourish with our caring, consistent staff of early childhood educators. They will engage your child in active learning, exploring the world around them, and embracing nature and the outdoors. Our 36 acre campus features a beautiful playground, over 1.5 miles of hiking trails, sledding hills, ice skating rink, vegetable garden, 3 acre pumpkin patch, and indoor bounce houses. Christian character and leadership skills are woven throughout our curriculum and are taught in a way that engages young children. Music, art, and physical education are integrated into our daily schedules. Before & after care, No School Camp Days, as well as a dynamic Summer Camp program are also available.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Open houses on January 11th and 18th from 6-7pm at 6pm. Schedule a private tour online, it’s easy click here.
Contact them:
W262 N4685 Ryan Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072
- Location: We are located just north off of Hwy 16 on Ryan Street in Pewaukee, WI.
- Ages of children in program: In addition to our comprehensive 5K through 8th grade classes, we offer full-day and half-day programs for 3K and 4K. All full-day programs run from 8:00am to 3:15pm, and all half-day programs run from 8:00am – 11:15am. Our 3K programs meet three days per week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) and our 4K programs meet five days per week.
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care: CELA offers before school and after school care for full-day students at a minimal cost to families.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight: The combination of core Christian values, high academic achievement and strong leadership development is something that you do not find in any other school.
Description:
CELA’s early learning programs are second-to-none in educating young leaders in Lake Country by giving them the opportunities to grow academically, learn and participate in on-going Christian values and by presenting them with regular leadership opportunities with small class sizes. Our 3K, 4K and 5K programs aim to give our students an opportunity to enjoy the challenge of learning new things in a personalized, stimulating, fun and loving environment.
With certified teaching staff who utilize a rich, research-based curriculum and state-of- the-art learning spaces to customize the unique engagement needs of our 3K, 4K and 5K students, academic growth is quickly seen in each student. Students also enjoy daily Christian values lessons, weekly Chapel services, and spending time with their older Chapel Family buddies in CELA’s Christian Values and Leadership Development (CVLD) program, all of which strengthens each student’s relationship with God. Frequent classes in art, music, physical education (PE) and Spanish, as well as regular use of CELA’s Promethean Boards and Active Tables, personal laptops (each student gets a laptop for school and home), reading lofts and customized, gated playgrounds also add to our varied educational program allowing for mental, physical, and spiritual growth within each little learner daily. Where Children and Potential Come Together ™.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
If you are interested in scheduling a private tour, please call 262-691-4321. We’d be happy to assist you.
Experience CELA
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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W240 N3103 Pewaukee Rd
Pewaukee, WI 53072
- Location: On Pewaukee Road (Hwy 164) south of Capitol Drive in Pewaukee
- Ages of children in program: 12 months- 5 years
- Must children be potty-trained? 3K + 4K students must be potty trained. 2K students are not required to be potty trained.
- Wrap-around care: All preschool children may register for childcare before and after school. Children who attend 4K at Pewaukee Lake Elementary (PLE) may enroll in our 4K morning or afternoon class and childcare. A bus transports children to and from PLE daily.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
LCLC uses the nationally recognized HighScope Preschool Curriculum approach to preschool education which emphasizes active, play-based learning.
Description:
Lambs of Christ Learning Center (LCLC) is a WELS Lutheran preschool, YoungStar rated, and state licensed childcare center for children ages 12 months -5 years. LCLC is open from 6:30am -5:30pm and offers morning (8:30-11:30 am) Toddler, 2K, 3K, and 4K classes, an afternoon (12:30-3:30 pm) blended 3K/4K class, and a Full Day 4K class (8:30 am-3:30 pm). Childcare is available to all preschool children before school (6:30-8:30am) and after school (11:30am-5:30pm).
Children attending Lambs of Christ programs hear the unchanging truths of God’s inspired word, the Bible. They participate in a wide variety of activities that seek to develop the whole child 1) spiritually, 2)intellectually, 3) physically, 4) socially, 5) emotionally, and 6) creatively. The programs respond to the developmental levels of children with active and quiet, individual and group, and indoor and outdoor activities. LCLC staff is committed to providing programs that offer a warm, nurturing environment with varied educational experiences.
A full size gym in the event center at Christ Lutheran Church is available for the children to enjoy physical activity indoors during inclement weather, and families are invited to participate in social activities (e.g. Fall Fest, Lego Night, Open Gym, etc.) held in the event center as well as worship services hosted by Christ Lutheran Church.
Summer Camp is available for ages 1-8, June 17th-August 23rd, 2024.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Reach out to tour the school or with any questions.
Contact them:
W280N2101 Prospect Avenue, Pewaukee, WI 53072
- Location: On Pewaukee Road (Hwy 164) south of Capitol Drive in Pewaukee
- Ages of children in program: For K3: Age 3 by Sept. 1 For K4: Age 4 by Sept. 1
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care: Available after school until 6 p.m.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Rooted in our Catholic Faith, dedicated to Academic Excellence and to the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical development of each student.
Description:
Our curriculum is academic, based in play and socialization using our 3K Guiding Principles: We use our “Head” for language development and communication, approaches to learning, and cognition and general knowledge. Catholic practice and teachings are infused into each of these principles in an ongoing manner.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Reach out to tour the school or with any questions.
Contact them:
Wales
470 N Oak Crest Dr,
Wales, WI 53183
- Location: Bethlehem Preschool is located just east of Hwy. 83/18 intersection in Wales, just across the street from the Kettle Moraine High School football field.
- Ages of children in program: We offer two 2 day/week class option for 3K students, and our 4K class runs 4 days/week (Mon – Thurs). In addition, we offer our Fabulous Friday class that is a 3K/4K blended class and open to all enrolled students. We are a Kettle Moraine 4K partner site, so residents of Kettle Moraine School District can attend 4K tuition free. Out of district families have an option to Open Enroll to KM to attend 4K with us at no cost. For working families, we offer Before and After School Care available from 7:45 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. each day that school is in session.
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
Parent testimonial
Description:
Bethlehem Preschool has been serving our community for over 20 years. We pride ourselves in creating a sense of family and community within our school. We believe children learn best through play and developmentally appropriate activities with a wide variety of materials. At Bethlehem we focus on the development of the whole child. Our school provides a warm and loving environment where children can develop to their fullest potential physically, emotionally, socially, intellectually and spiritually. We believe that social confidence and a sense of independence is an integral part of academic success and we focus on developing a love of learning in each of our students.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Tours are always welcome and highly encouraged at Bethlehem! We feel that personal tours and classroom observations are the best way to see what we are all about and feel confident in your choice to join our preschool family! Visit our website to request a tour or register for classes today! You can also contact our director, Michelle Foster, directly at PRESCHOOL@BETHLEHEMFAMILY.ORG or 262-201-4092. See their website at http://www.learningatbethlehem.com/.
Contact them:
Waukesha
S31W29553 Sunset Dr
Waukesha, WI 53189
- Location: S31W29553 Sunset Dr, Waukesha, WI 53189
- Ages of children in program: 3-6 years old
- Must children be potty-trained? Children will be most successful being fully potty trained and independent using the restroom, however we have specially trained staff available for younger students still needing support in self-care.
- Wrap-Around Options: Morning care available 7am – 8am, After care available 3:30pm – 5pm
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Our teachers are native Spanish speakers that not only give lessons in Spanish, but also speak to the children in Spanish during our regular routines. This allows for a natural acquisition of a second language in a fun and practical way. You will be delighted to hear your child speaking Spanish in a matter of weeks. Our lead teachers hold certification from the American Montessori Society and are uniquely trained in nature exploration and fine arts, as well
Description:
Montessori education is highly regarded as one of the most effective ways to honor the natural development of the child. Maravilla adheres to an authentic Montessori methodology, while also imparting on your child a love of a culturally diverse world.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Open houses are listed on Facebook and our website. Private tours are always welcomed and available during the school day and after hours for working parents.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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Description:
Sarah’s Littles is an in-home, play based preschool program, with an emphasis on being outside. Our programming is designed for children between the ages of 2 and 6 and they do not need to be toilet trained to attend. We are licensed, accredited, and Nature Explore certified. Both part time and full time space is available. Please visit our website to learn more and apply. www.sarahslittles.com
- Family Child Care
- Nature-Play Based
- Licensed & Accredited
- Playschool & Summer Camp
- Ages 2-8
300 Carroll Street
Waukesha, WI 53189
- Location: 300 Carroll St in Waukesha
- Ages of children in program: 6 weeks to 13 years
- Must children be potty-trained? Only for the 3 and 4 year old Preschool programs.
- Wrap-around care: We offer part-time and full-time childcare and hourly 4k and school age wrap-around care for children ages 6 weeks through 13 years.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Child Life Ministries offers faith-based preschool and childcare, along with secular 4K through the School District of Waukesha. This balance allows families to create a perfect schedule for their child that combines faith learning, social-emotional learning, and public curriculum!
Description:
St. Luke’s Child Life Ministries is a very unique program that offers Childcare, Preschool, and School District of Waukesha 4K! Check our website WWW.STLUKESLUTHERAN.
- Childcare for ages 6 weeks through 13 years old
- Two-Year-Old “First Steps to Preschool” Classes
- Three-Year-Old Preschool Classes
- Four/Five-Year-Old Preschool Classes
- School District of Waukesha 4K Program
- Before/After School to some local elementary schools
- Summer Adventure Camp for school age
- Care for days off school
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Tours are available at any time! Call Courtney at 262-522-6738 or email CSTANGL@STLUKESLUTHERAN.ORG to schedule.
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Conclusion: Waukesha County offers an amazing array of preschools
As parents ourselves here at Lake Country Family Fun, we have children that have gone to a number of these preschools and loved our experiences, each for different reasons. We would love to continue the conversation via the comments below or through our social media channels.
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Great guide to amazing school in our area. I’m bias for All Gods Children. My girls really felt comfortable and loved going to school there. The staff is so welcoming and warm hearted just like family. Wouldn’t change a thing.
St. John’s! They have such a great program.
Christ Lutheran Church & Preschool is closest to me.
Wee know is closest but we have loved Lake Country Kindergarten at North Lake!
CELA is closest to me!
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church & School Is closest to me