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Early Learning Center - Ann Arbor, MI Preschools
Early Learning Center - Ann Arbor, MI Preschools
Early Learning Center - Ann Arbor, MI Preschools
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EARLY LEARNING CENTER

(4.9 Score)
3070 Redwood Avenue,
Ann Arbor, MI 48108 Directions

Since 1975

Specialty:

✓ Playdough ✓ Dramatic Play ✓ Blocks ✓ Sensory Play ✓ Art ✓ Music ✓ Movement ✓ Story-time and Outdoor Play

“Early Learning Center has the Caterpillar class for children 2 1/2 to 3 years of age, and the Butterfly class is for children ages 4 to 5. Tracey Smith is the director of the school. Early Learning Center is licensed by the State of Michigan and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Early Learning Center offers a vast range of directed and non-directed activities to encourage children to develop a strong sense of curiosity, self-esteem and independence. They are confident in their team teaching system and know this approach will provide an enjoyable learning environment for your child. Early Learning Center attempts to provide a balanced program with a variety of developmentally appropriate activities to stimulate the children’s interest and to promote social-emotional, intellectual, physical, and creative growth.”

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Price:

Tues/Thurs schedule:
Full tuition (37 weeks): $2,520
Semester payment: $1,260
Monthly payment: $280
Mon/Wed/Fri schedule
Full tuition (37 weeks): $3,780
Semester payment: $1,890
Monthly payment: $420
Butterfly Class (All schedules)
Full tuition (37 weeks): $3,780
Semester payment: $1,890
Monthly payment: $420

Contact:

(734) 973-7722

Mon-Fri: 8:45am - 12:30pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Ann Arbor KinderCare - Ann Arbor, MI Preschools
Ann Arbor KinderCare - Ann Arbor, MI Preschools
Ann Arbor KinderCare - Ann Arbor, MI Preschools
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ANN ARBOR KINDERCARE

(4.8 Score)
2300 South Huron Parkway,
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Directions

Since 1969

Specialty:

✓ Emotional Development ✓ English ✓ Jumping ✓ Group Instruction ✓ Personal ✓ Field Trips ✓ Self-Help Skills ✓ Running ✓ Dancing ✓ Social Activities ✓ Yoga ✓ Letters ✓ Words ✓ Scientific Thinking ✓ Talking Math ✓ Independent Play ✓ Physical Health ✓ Communication ✓ Teamwork ✓ Science ✓ Literacy

“Ann Arbor KinderCare is directed by Faith Griffey. The preschool has a fun, healthy, safe childhood education for your kids. Ann Arbor KinderCare has a positive, secure, and nurturing environment. They build a welcoming environment for all students regardless of their backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. They provide fun daily activities, passionate teachers, and great friends; a lifetime of confidence starts here. Their programs provide children with a basis they can build on. Through their hands-on learning approach to education, students can gain the skills they need for success in school and beyond.”

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Contact:

(734) 971-6626

Mon-Fri: 6:30am - 6pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Dexter Cooperative Preschool - Ann Arbor, MI Preschools
Dexter Cooperative Preschool - Ann Arbor, MI Preschools
Dexter Cooperative Preschool - Ann Arbor, MI Preschools
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DEXTER COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL

(4.8 Score)
8260 Jackson Road,
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 Directions

Since 1983

Specialty:

✓ Life Skills ✓ Physical Activities ✓ Physical ✓ Cognitive and Social Development ✓ Shapes and Colors ✓ Counting and Letters and Sounds

“Dexter Cooperative Preschool is a non-profit licensed by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The preschool is operated by member caregivers, an elected school board, and two teachers. Classes at Dexter Cooperative Preschool are led by two experienced teachers and volunteer caregiver assistants. Preschoolers learn through a play-based curriculum in the classrooms and gymnasium as part of their daily routine, while also enjoying outdoor playtime (weather permitting). The preschool develops a positive self-image and sense of security as children relate to other children and adults. The preschool utilizes two classrooms and a full-size gymnasium. The Co-Op also has an outdoor playground, which was fully funded and built by the Dexter Co-Op, and is specifically tailored to preschool-aged children.”

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Price:

Non-refundable enrollment fee: $150
3-Year-Old Program
Parent assist: $147
Parent non-assist: $245
4-Year-Old Program
Parent assist: $190
Parent non-assist: $325

Contact:

(734) 426-2491

Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 3pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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EARLY LEARNING CENTER REVIEWS

ELC is Ann Arbor's best kept preschool secret. The teachers have hearts of gold and really love the kids. They create such a great environment for socializing and learning for the kids and do a great job caring for safety as well. I was nervous about taking my kids to preschool at first, but this program has become dearly loved by my children and I. We have also had a number of different teachers there and all have been incredible, speaking to an excellent leadership and administrative culture in the school.

Our daughter is attending ELC for her second year and we couldn't be more pleased with this preschool, its staff, and its play-based curriculum. The teachers have been exceptionally kind to our child and attuned to her developmental abilities and needs. The teachers do a great job communicating with us on a weekly basis. We love that our daughter gets plenty of time to play, learn, and explore all the different play stations. We recommend ELC highly to other parents looking for a small, caring, and welcoming preschool.

We’ve had a great experience at ELC. The teachers and staff are incredibly kind, down to earth and have made for a thoroughly enjoyable school year. There’s an excellent balance of play-based learning combined with weekly themes and lessons. The students seem to genuinely enjoy going to school and we could not recommend any other school over ELC.

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ANN ARBOR KINDERCARE REVIEWS

We have had a great experience so far at Kindercare and have been here nearly 2 years! Faith & Keyante, the directors, are fantastic. We’ve had great teachers ranging from the toddler A classroom all the way to Discovery Preschool/Preschool. It’s a small enough facility that even teachers who haven’t directly worked with our child know him & will say hello & talk with him/us. There are many fun activities planned throughout the year as well including spirit weeks, trunk or treat, and tons of fun in the summer.

We have had two children attend Ann Arbor KinderCare and have had a wonderful experience. Our oldest was in the Pre-K program, which prepared him well to successfully transition to kindergarten. Our youngest was in the infant room and is now part of the toddler program. He loves it there and receives fantastic care and education. The directors and staff have all been exceptional. Communication is top notch. We enjoy getting updates and photos throughout the day.

We absolutely love Ann Arbor Kindercare. The two directors, Ms.Faith and Ms. Keyante, are incredibly sweet and caring, always making sure that both the children and parents feel welcome and supported. The environment is warm, nurturing, and filled with so much love. My son, Peter has thrived here—he comes home happy, learning new things, and excited to go back each day. It’s clear that the staffs genuinely care about the children, and that means the world to us as parents. We’re so grateful to be part of this wonderful community.

DEXTER COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL REVIEWS

I really like the Dexter Co-op. I was looking for a Co-op for my twin boys because I liked the idea of being involved in the classroom. I looked at co-ops around Ann Arbor, Dexter and Saline when we were looking to buy a home. I had several people recommend the Dexter Co-op to me. We ended up moving between Dexter and Ann Arbor and found that the Dexter co-op had everything that was important to us. It's a great learning environment and has a large classroom space and fun outdoor playground. We've taken several fun and educational field trips since we enrolled. I like being able to contribute new ideas and watch my kids grow. Most importantly, my kids really like it and their teacher, Mrs. Pam.

We love this preschool so much! We are on our second child attending the coop and it has been another amazing experience! The new location is awesome and we love the teachers! I love being a part of my child's learning and seeing her eyes light up when she learns something new! The preschool is such an amazing community, where you make friends for life! A friend recently told me that the Coop set him up with friends for life and I have to agree! We are so happy we chose Dexter Coop!

My family loves the Dexter Co-op! It's a great preschool for parents that want to be involved in their child's first school experiences. The community is supportive, welcoming and the teachers do a great job of incorporating a play-based curriculum.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

EARLY LEARNING CENTER Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Business Hours: 8
Complete Info: 9
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

ANN ARBOR KINDERCARE Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Business Hours: 8
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Video: 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

DEXTER COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Business Hours: 8
Reviews Accuracy of : 8
Complete Info: 9
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10