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.
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?
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! (Plus a virtual option.) All of these preschools are recommended by our amazing readers!
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 2021-22 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
2021 Waukesha County Preschool Listings by City
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 late April.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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14155 W Burleigh Rd,
Brookfield, WI 53005
- Location:Located in Brookfield, WI near the corner of Burleigh and Lilly Roads
- Ages of children in program: 3K-8th grade
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care: BCS offers before school care beginning at 7:00am and after school care until 5:30pm. For more information, contact us admissions@brookfieldchristian.org or (262) 782-4722.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
BCS is a smaller school with a wide variety of opportunities for students, supported by an incredibly strong community – it truly is like one big family.
Description:
Brookfield Christian offers 3K three mornings/week, half-day or full-day 4K four or five days/week, and kindergarten four or five full days/week. Our programs balance play and exploration with curriculum that provides a strong academic foundation.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Call us at 262-782-4722 or email admissions@
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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14700 Watertown Plank Road
Elm Grove, WI 53122
- Location: Elm Grove, WI
- Ages of children in program: 3 months – 6 years
- Must children be potty-trained? 3K and 4K
- Wrap Around Care Options: Our school runs from September through May, Monday through Thursday from 9:30am to 2:30pm. We also offer extended care for one hour before and/or one hour after school.
Parent testimonial
What makes MDO unique:
Our students stay in the same classroom with the same teachers for the whole school year. This gives the students, their families and teachers an opportunity to get to know each other well and form meaningful relationships.
Description:
Mother’s Day Out Preschool offers programming for infants through 4K in a safe and stimulating learning environment. We are a play based child development program that fosters independence in all areas of curriculum, meeting the needs of the individual student. MDO runs September through May, Monday through Thursday.
Registration for new families will begin on April 1st. Please call 262-782-4267 or email us at mdopreschooleg@gmail.com for more information. You may also visit our website at mdopreschool.com.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
To learn more about our program and arrange a tour, go to mdopreschool.com or call 262-782-4267.
Contact them:
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 8am and an extended enrichment option from 11:30 -12:30 or 11:30 – 2 .
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 offers a strong play-based curriculum which provides a strong foundation for a love of learning. 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.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Families can sign up to visit our preschool with their family starting January 25 from 2:30 to 5:00 pm. Please contact Laurie Wilson, Administrator at 262-646-2136 or email agcisfun@centurytel.net to set up a time that is convenient. Registration for 2021-2022 school year will available online at allgodschildrenpreschool.com starting January 25. Feel free to check out our video on our website!
Contact them:
120 Nashotah Road
Nashotah, WI
- Location: Located at 120 Nashotah Rd in Nashotah
- Ages of children in program: We offer half and full day options for our 3 and 4 year old kindergarten and we have our own extended care program to meet the needs of the families we serve.
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
- Wrap-around care:
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Description:
St. Joan of Arc Parish School offers Catholic pre-school programming to serve your family. St. Joan of Arc is a home away from home for the families that we serve and a truly special community. We educate the mind and nurture the soul. All children in our preschool program have the opportunity to attend specials classes like music, art, and gym. Our excellent student to teacher ratio and dedicated, experienced teachers make a St. Joan of Arc education one-of-a-kind.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Open House on Sunday, January 26 from 12:30-2. To learn more about how our school might serve your family, please contact Holly Cerveny, Principal, at 262-646-5821 or by emailing HCERVENY@SJARC.ORG.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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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:
Parent testimonial
– Nora E.
Unique Highlight:
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 a tour:262-965- 5900.
Open houses currently scheduled for: January 15th and January 24th. More info here.
Contact them:
246 W Ottawa Ave,
Dousman, WI 53118
- Location: Ottawa Ave in 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
– M.K.
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 of 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, licensed by the State of Wisconsin, continue to improve their skills through continuing education and collaborative planning.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Contact us to schedule your tour on Visiting Day, Sunday, January 31, Noon – 2 PM. For more information on this event, please visit our website.
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:Located on 180 acres just south of the intersection of Highways 16 and 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:
Our 180-acre campus provides many outdoor learning opportunities among the trees, in the prairie lands, in the grass, at the open-air classroom, or even on a circle of tree stumps. Our Preprimary students love getting outside to build forts, hike trails and visit the chickens.
Description:
ULS provides a foundation for children to become confident young learners who develop a strong love of learning that stays with them. Our programs reflect the internationally recognized Reggio Emilia approach that fosters:
- Indoor and outdoor learning
- Collaborative group work
- Dramatic play
- Communication skills
Critical thinking skills
Drop-in tours: Tuesdays from 9-11 a.m.
Lower School Open House Event Click Here.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour: Contact ANGIE.WENGER@UNIVERSITYLAKE.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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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:
School Enrollment
(Toddler, 2K – 8th Grade) begins February 1st with online applications (See Tads on School website at school/drlc.org)- Contact the School’s Admissions Office for more information.
An in-person Early Childhood Parent Open House is scheduled for Tuesday, February 23rd beginning at 6:30 p.m. You must register to attend this exciting event by contacting the school at the number listed above.
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:
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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625 Walnut Ridge Dr, Hartland, WI 53029
- Location:On Walnut Ridge Dr in Hartland, right off of Hwy 83
- Ages of children in program: Toddler (18-36 months) Our beautifully designed toddler environment allows movement, encourages independence and reinforces language development. Children’s House (1.5 years- 6years) This is the beginning. This is where the groundwork for the intrinsic rewards of a Montessori education is laid. Children work independently in long, unstructured work periods to develop concentration and independence.
- Must children be potty-trained? No.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Children experience sensitive periods or windows of opportunity. We match appropriate lessons and materials to these sensitive periods when learning is most naturally absorbed and internalized.
“Education is a natural process carried out by the human individual and is acquired not by listening to words, but by experiences in the environment.” – Maria Montessori
Description:
The Montessori Experience: Children experience sensitive periods, or windows of opportunity. We match appropriate lessons and materials to these sensitive periods when learning is most naturally absorbed and internalized. Enroll now, and take a free week!!
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
For more information, please call: (262) 367-6595 or email: ADMIN@LCMSCHOOL.ORG.
Contact them:
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 for our youngsters on-site provided by Wee Know School whose teachers come to St. Charles.
- 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 6 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 the lowest of Catholic schools in Western Waukesha County. There is space available in our preschool programs, and 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 11 yrs. - Must children be potty-trained? 2 1⁄2 yr. classrooms – do not have to be toilet trained. 3K and older classrooms – must be toilet trained.
- Wrap-around care: Flexible scheduling between 6AM and 6PM to meet each family’s need.
Parent testimonial
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.
Wee Know collaborates with the Kettle Moraine School District as a 4K program site for families residing
in the district. Wrap around care is also available.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Please call or email (office@weeknowschool.com) to receive registration information for Summer and Fall 2021.
Contact them:
W248N5250 Executive Dr
Sussex, WI 53089
- Location: Sussex near Meijer
- Ages of children in program: 6 weeks – 12 years
- Must children be potty-trained? N/A
- Wrap-around care: Wrap around care for school age children who attend Willow Springs 4K and Maple Ave. Elementary.
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
When you walk through the doors at Momentum Early Learning, we make everyone feel like family. Our vision: United as a family, providing for families. Exceptional education, inspired by play, creativity, and trust.
Description:
Momentum Early Learning is The New Standard in Learning & Child Care. We set a higher standard of excellence in everything we do. We are family owned and ensure the best for your children in an exceptional learning environment and nurturing culture.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Call to schedule a tour or email us at info@momentumearlylearning.com
Contact them:
W336 S8455 Hwy E
Mukwonago WI 53149
- Location: 140 acre campus in Mukwonago – W336 S8455 Hwy E, Mukwonago, WI 53149
- Ages of children in program: serves students from 2.6 years old through high school
- Must children be potty-trained? Yes.
Parent testimonial
Description:
Nature’s Classroom Institute and Montessori School, serves students from 3 years old through high school on our 140 acre campus in Mukwonago. Our strong and authentic Montessori curriculum with an environmental connection is recognized worldwide as a leader in connecting children to the outdoor environment. Come for a tour and experience our brand new facility with bright, open, beautiful classrooms; meet our Montessori trained and experienced teaching staff committed to educating the whole child.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Contact them:
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 6:45-8:20AM and then from 3:25-6:00PM.
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 provides a warm, caring, consistent Christian environment. Children have the daily joy of hearing and learning about their Savior, Jesus. Songs and stories from God’s Word are shared. Children are encouraged to learn, explore, and play through interactive experiences. The goal is to train the whole child: spiritually, emotionally, cognitively, physically, and socially. Programming is based on the High Scope Curriculum. For more information visit our website at www.stjohnslutheran-muk.org
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Tours can be arranged by contacting the school office (school@stjohnslutheran-muk.
Contact them:
N75 W31283 Hwy VV
North Lake, Wisconsin 53064
- Location: Located in Rooms 101, 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 offers wrap around care for our am classes. Before Care starts at 7:30 and After Care begins at 11:00-2:30. If care is needed after 2:30 children may attend North Lake’s aftercare until 6:00pm.
Parent testimonial
– Stacy S.
Unique Highlight:
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, technolog, 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 on Wednesday Feb. 24th 5:30-7:00 pm. Contact LCK Director at director@lckpreschool.com with questions or to schedule a private tour.
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:
Open House January 30th from 10-1. Can’t make the Open house? Call 262-569-3030 to schedule a tour!
Registration is now open for enrolling your child in our early childhood program, 3K, 4K and 5K. Call to ask about our flexible program and to schedule a visit. Apply through this link https://mytads.com/a/
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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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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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:
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.
N50 W35181 Wisconsin Ave.,
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
- Location:Located in Okauchee, Town of Oconomowoc
- Ages of children in program: Ages 2 and up
- Must children be potty-trained? No.
- Wrap-around care:
Parent testimonial
“Holy Trinity has been heaven sent! My children have been attending Holy Trinity for almost three years. The staff is outstanding – they are truly vested in the care of all the children. The hourly rate is very affordable and the flexible scheduling is a definite bonus. I’m very comfortable when I drop my children off at Holy Trinity as I know they are in good hands.” Cyndee M.
Unique Highlight:
Description:
HTLC offers 2K, 3K, childcare and extended care from 7:00am-6:00pm, year-round Monday through Friday. We provide summer programs for children ages 2-12. Flexible, weekly scheduling at reasonable, hourly rates allow families to pay only for care when
needed. Call today for more information!
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Bedtime Stories Early Childhood Open
House – Wednesday, January 29 th from 6:00pm – 7:30pm.
Winter Carnival Open House on Saturday, February 29, 2020 from 10:00am – 12:00pm
Tours available by appointment. For more information, please call 262.567.2737×712, visit
our website at www.holytrinityels.org, ,like our Facebook page and follow us on Instagram!
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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N60 W35980 Lake Dr,
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
- Location:Located on the Corner of P and Z (Lake Dr) in Lord of Life Lutheran Church
- Ages of children in program: We offer classes for 2 1/2K and 3K students!
- Must children be potty-trained? No.
- Wrap-around care:
Parent testimonial
Unique Highlight:
Description:
Oconomowoc Nursery School is a nonprofit, nonsectarian, nondiscrimination cooperative preschool licensed by the State of Wisconsin. We have two degreed teachers who have taught together for 20+ years. Our small class sizes and nurturing teaching style enriches early childhood development through guidance, social interaction, and PLAY! ONS will give your child a safe and positive learning experience as they begin their journey to becoming a life-long learner.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
Families interested in enrolling children at Oconomowoc Nursery School are welcome to drop in to view and tour our school any time during school hours and after hours by appointment. Our school entrance doors are always locked for student safety so visitors should call and a member of our staff will greet them at the door.
Contact them:
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:
Please watch our Virtual Tour Video at SMLS.ORG and contact us if you are interested in learning more about our school.
Contact them:
See our Listing in the LCFF local Private School Guide (K-8)
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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 7:30am 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:
April 10th 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, 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 for children up to 12 years old.
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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:
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. 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, reading lofts and customized, gated playgrounds also add to our varied educational program allowing for mental, physical and spiritual growth within each little learner on a daily basis.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
CELA has been fortunate to stay open for face-to-face learning. If you are interested in scheduling a private tour, please call 262-691-4321. At this time, we are scheduling private tours outside of regular school hours to help keep our students, staff, and potential families as safe as we can, doing this also allows us to offer interested families a personalized, private tour to best address their questions.
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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: 2-4 years old
- 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 and state licensed childcare center for children ages 2-5 years. LCLC is open from 6:30am -5:30pm and offers morning (8:30-11:30 am) 2K, 3K, and 4K classes, an afternoon (12:00-3:00 pm) blended 3K/4K class, and a Full Day 4K class (8:30 am-3:00 pm). Childcare is available to all preschool children before school (6:30-8:30) and after school (11:30-5:30).
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 new 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.
Summer Camp 2021 will be open to children ages 2-8 years from June 14 through August 20. Camp sessions are mornings, 8:30-11:30, with wraparound care 6:30-8:30 am and 11:30 am – 5:30 pm.
Open house dates or information on arranging a tour:
A VIRTUAL Open House/Tour video will be available on our website beginning February 15, 2021. Please
call (262) 691-0720 ext 110 or email LCLC@CHRISTPEWAUKEE.ORG to arrange a time to take a tour.
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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. – 6:00 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, Sue Davies, directly at PRESCHOOL@BETHLEHEMFAMILY.ORG or 262-201-4092.
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