Preschool, Day Care, and Toddler Programs In and Around Dallas
Dallas has many preschools and toddler programs from which parents can choose. Each has its unique benefits and advantages, so it's important to investigate carefully.
If there is a preschool that we have missed in the list below, please email us to let us know. Administrators can add themselves to the list; just click here to see how to post your preschool. It's free, of course. Thank you!
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Spanish Schoolhouse
Spanish Schoolhouse offers an excellent early childhood education combined with the benefits of language immersion in a warm and loving environment. The early childhood years are the optimal window of language development for children. We maximize this window by giving children the opportunity to acquire the Spanish language naturally while they learn and discover the world around them.
Our proprietary preschool curriculum is rich with multi-sensory experiences that encourage a love of learning while building foundational skills for educational success. We offer low ratios which allow teachers to build relationships with students and customize learning. Full and part-time programs available.

Challenger School
2 locations in Plano – ChallengerSchool.comSince 1963, Challenger School has helped children excel by employing proven, effective methods in a fun and structured environment that inspires them to achieve. The Challenger difference is evident from the moment you set foot on campus. Students bubble with enthusiasm as they make connections between their prior knowledge and new concepts. In order to facilitate setting crucial learning patterns, Challenger accepts students as young as 2 years, 9 months. Yet in all grades, the school’s acclaimed, intellectually stimulating programs establish a foundation of achievement with clear results. Challenger students achieve scores on average well above the 90th percentile on the Iowa Assessments. Come take a Tour!
Our Redeemer Lutheran School
Christian Preschool in North DallasOur Redeemer Lutheran School, located just across from NorthPark Center, is a Christian preschool and elementary school that's been serving North Dallas for over 50 years! Our degreed and licensed teachers truly care about your child, and we treat you like family. With a variety of Enrichment Strands along with flexible math and reading programs, you can customize your child's education based on their abilities and interests. We provide an academically focused, joy-filled, and spiritually rich learning environment that prepares your child for middle school and beyond. Serving ages 1 through 6th grade.
Guidepost Montessori
Montessori education helps your child develop a fundamental, enduring love of learning and attain the deeply ingrained social, emotional, and academic skills they need to succeed as an adult. Montessori combines highly intentional learning materials, rich social development, and a joyous approach to practiced independence.
At Guidepost Montessori, it is our mission to empower and equip your child with the knowledge, confidence and agency needed to reach their highest potential.
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Waterford UPSTART
Get your child ready for kindergarten!Preparing children for kindergarten is a team effort. Waterford Upstart is an early learning program that gives you tools, coaching, and resources so you can put your child on a path to success. The on-demand software only takes a few minutes a day. It introduces your child to early reading, math, and science concepts so they start school feeling confident and prepared.
It doesn’t cost you anything, and it’s worth everything!
Start your journey today. See if you qualify at Waterford.org/Upstart