Pre-Schools, Daycares, Pre-K's in the Park Cities & nearby areas (Temple: YMCA, preschool)

[Southern1979]

I have had a very hard time trying to find information on pre-schools, daycares, and Pre-Kindergarten programs in the Park Cities area. (I do not want to call around and get on lists until I have a better time frame for my move.)
So, I decided to post what I have been able to find out, to help any future people looking. All of this info, I gathered from online sources. Please give additions/corrections! Also, if you have experience with any of these, or have other schools I left out, please add that as well!


Church Options:

Christ the King - I spoke with the Church Secretary (only place I have contacted directly.) They have nothing for children until Kindergarten.

Temple Emanu-El - Supposedly has programs, but their website needs to be updated. There is a mention in one paragraph about "3 and 4 year olds," but I have not been able to find any other info on what ages they work with, how many days a week, what times, etc. I guess you have to call the school.

Highland Park Presbyterian Day School - Age 3 through 5th grade
- BEGINNERS (3 Years old by Sept. 1st)
2-day a.m. (Tu-Th; 8:30 - 11:45)
3-day a.m. (M-W-F; 8:30 - 11:45)
4-day a.m. (M-Tu-W-Th; 8:30 - 11:45)
4-day p.m. (M-Tu-Th-F; 12:30 - 3:30)
- PRE-KINDERGARTEN
5-day a.m. (M thru F; 8:30 - 11:45)
4 day a.m. (M-Tu-W-Th; 8:30 - 11:45)
4-day p.m. (M-Tu-Th-F; 12:30 - 3:30)

Highland Park Methodist -
- Infants-age 4: M-F, 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- 18 - 24 months: M/W or T/TH 8:45AM - 2PM
- 2 - 4 years: M/W or T/TH or M/W/F or M-F, 8:45 - 11:45 (option to stay until 2 PM M-TH)
*lunch is provided

University Park Methodist - 6 months to K
- 15 - 30 months: (1) M 9AM -12PM and W 9AM - 2PM, (2) T/TH 9AM - 2PM, (3) F 9AM - 2PM
- Ages 2-3: (1) M 9AM -12PM and W/F 9AM - 2PM, (2) T/TH 9AM - 2PM
- Age 41) M 9AM-12PM and W/F 9AM - 2PM, (2) M 9AM-12PM and T-F 9AM - 2PM
- K: M 9AM-12PM and T-F 9AM - 2PM
*students must bring own lunch

St. Michael's Episcopal - Ages 2 and 3, runs Sept - May
- 3 year olds: M/W/F or T/TH, 8/9AM - 3PM
- 2 year olds: M/F or T/TH, 8/9AM - 3PM
*students must bring own lunch


Other Options:

St. Christopher Montessori - Ages 2-6, Mon - Fri, has options of times: 9AM - 12, 9AM - 3:30PM, or 7:30AM - 6PM
*students must bring own lunch

Park Cities YMCA -
- 3 - 4 year olds - Tue/Thur: 9AM - 2PM
-4 - 5 year olds - Mon/Wed/Fri: 9AM - 2PM
*students must bring own lunch


Science School @ the Museum - Ages 3 (and potty trained) - Kindergarten (or maybe even 2nd grade?)

Preschool: Several time options 9:30AM - 1PM on T/Th or M/W/F or M - F; 8:30AM - 5:30PM on M-F

Kindergarten: 9:30AM - 3PM or 8:30AM - 5:30 PM M-F
*No mention of lunch, but there is a list of what students bring snack that day? So, I am guessing no food is provided.

Lamplighter - 3K through 4th grade
- 3K: M-F (1) 8:15 - 11:15, (2) 12:15 - 3:15
- 4K: M-F, 8:15 - 3:15
- K: M-F, 8:15 - 3:15
*They have before and after school programs that begin at 7AM and end at 3:15 or 6 PM.

[SMS_Parent]

Because you are interested in Catholic options and are willing to drive as far as Lamplighter:

St. Monica Preschool:

• 3 years old (2 days / week) T, TH 8:15 am-11:15 am; Stay and Play until 3:00 p.m. available for an additional fee
• 4 years old (3 days / week) M,W,F 8:15 am-11:15 am; Stay and Play until 3:00 p.m. available for an additional fee
• 4 years old (5 days / week) M - F 8:00 am-3:00 pm
• Developmental Kindergarten M - F 8:00 am-3:00 pm

Students bring their own lunches.


St. Rita Preschool Religion and Education Program:
The Tuesday Toddlers Ages 18-24 months (by Aug. 31) Tuesdays from 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM.

The Terrific Two’s Ages 2 – 3 years (by Aug. 31) Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM. These children have the option of staying until 3 PM (Extended Day Program) for an additional fee.

The Thinking Three’s and Fantastic Four’s Ages 3-4 years (by Aug. 31), Mondays – Thursdays from 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM. These children have the option of staying until 3 PM (Extended Day Program) for an additional fee.
Students bring their own lunches.



St. Monica is currently accepting registrations for the next school year and St. Rita will take registrations in February. Expect both programs to fill to capacity.

[jemmth]

which one has the lowest tuition? I don't care what kinds of the teachers, but only want to find a place for my daughter to play with other children. Is there anyone who can give me some advice?

[puppyfish]

Two additional non-church based programs are

The Community School of the Park Cities
The Community School of Park Cities

Park Cities Day School
Our Goal at Park Cities Day School is to introduce our children to the joy of learning at an early age in a very loving and nurturing environment. Our Mission is to provide affordable and quality childcare with an emphasis on Montessori teaching whil

Best of luck.

[autyger]

Meadowbrook (ages 3.5 through K): Meadowbrook School

Per the website:

Preschool:
First-year students attend 9:00 - 11:45 am, Monday - Friday
Second-year student attend 12:15 - 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday

Kindergarten:
Students will attend 5 days a week on the following schedule:
9:00 -11:45 Mondays and Fridays
9:00 - 2:00 Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays