Preschools

ABC Preschool
Where your child’s education begins.  Register now for Fall – Affordable Prices!  Licensed & Insured, Bilingual Teachers, Early Childhood Learning Standard, Age-Appropriate engaging activities. Breakfast, Lunch & Snack Provided.
(239) 693-0090
4839 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers

All Aboard Preschool
All Aboard Preschool has open enrollment for all ages 4 weeks through 12 years old. We are a certified VPK and School Readiness Provider. We offer a VPK program and a full curriculum that provides the finest early learning experience for the children.
www.allaboardonline.com
1918 SE Santa Barbara Place, Cape Coral
(239) 574-5220

Bestday Care Children Center
We accept children 6 weeks – 12 years.  Our center aligns with the creative curriculum. We provide a structured educational environment that encourages creativity to learn, grow and develop successfully in a safe nurturing environment. Our VPK program is lead by certified teachers. Our playground is 80% covered to ensure shade.  We offer transportation, we will pick-up and drop-off within in the Bonita, San Carlos Park and Estero area. Classrooms have livefeed cameras. Monday–Friday 6:30 am – 6 pm.
17567 Liberty Square Circle, Fort Myers
(239) 437-1902
www.bestdaycare.org

Bobbie Noonan’s
All programs are developmentally appropriate, multi-sensory, multi-dimensional, sequential, and provide for socialization. Our curriculum is also aligned with the Florida Early Learning Standards. Open door policy for parents. 13 months through PreK.  Priority Daycare VPK participant. Our program is planned to develop each child’s sense of self worth, provide a wide range of experiences which will form the basis of future learning in all areas of the elementary school curriculum, provide an environment in which children are cared for and loved.
www.bobbienoonans.com
8560 Crystal Ct., Fort Myers
(239) 939-2255
28952 Mango Drive, Bonita Springs
(239) 992-3133
1217 Cape Coral Pkwy, Cape Coral
(239) 945-3366 (infant-preK)
3528 SW 3rd Ave., Cape Coral
(239) 945-7001

Bright Beginnings Early School
Bright Beginnings Early School is committed to the developmental needs of the young child and encourages growth in all areas: physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual. As a Christian preschool, we want the children to experience what it means to be the child of a loving and dependable God. Since play is the “work” of children and the foundation of a good preschool, we recognize its value for young children. We are a Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) provider, offering both a free VPK option and a private pre-K session. We also have a unique Stepping Stones program for children who might not be ready for kindergarten.  www.cypresslakeumc.com
8570 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers
(239) 482-1250

Brown Academy
Our school specializes in early childhood development, prioritizing our relationships with each family in meeting the social, emotional, physical and cognitive needs of each child in our care. Programs for children ages 18 months – 5 years. In addition to swim lessons, music programs, computers, taekwondo, dance classes and flexible schedules both part time and full time, we are the only school in Southwest Florida to offer a Full Spanish Immersion Program. APPLE Accredited!
12211 Towne Lake Dr., Fort Myers
239-332-1900  

Cape Coral Parks & Recreation
The City of Cape Coral offers safe, fun and educational child care for children ages 3-5. Our two age appropriate rooms are full of educational fun including our Voluntary Pre Kindergarten program for those children who are four years of age on or before Sept. 1.
Monday-Friday: 8:30am-12:30: Free VPK
Monday-Friday: 6:45am-6pm: $90
VPK Wrap Around Care
Monday-Friday: 6:45am-6pm: $99
3 & 4 Year Old Class
located near Sun Splash Water Park
(239) 242-3965

The Children’s Learning Center at FSW
Family focused and devoted to quality early childhood education, The Children’s Learning Center at FSW is a nationally accredited program operated by Child Care of Southwest Florida. The only Certified Nature Explore Classroom in Southwest Florida.We serve the staff and students of Florida SouthWestern State College, as well as families throughout the community. Children ages infant to 8 are enrolled in child-centered classrooms where learning through play helps them make sense of their world. Open 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. with free morning VPK. www.ccswfl.org
13311 FSW Lane, Fort Myers
(239) 267-1136

The Community Children’s Center
Child Care of Southwest Florida’s The Community Children’s Center is one of the few nationally accredited child care centers in Lehigh offering a low staff-to-student ratio. Our highly trained teachers and staff encourage children to be independent thinkers and work to form strong partnerships with parents. Our goal is to provide the best early learning experience and prepare children for success in kindergarten and beyond. We care for infants uo to 8 years old from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., offering free morning and afternoon VPK classes for 4 year olds. www.ccswfl.org
1260 Wings Way, Lehigh Acres
(239) 369-2220

Crestwell Early Learning
Crestwell is an accredited private school with professional staff and degreed teachers. Now offering VPK using the Creative Curriculum which supports creative problem solving, hands-on learning and exploring. Classes include: music, computer lab, Character education, Spanish, library, reading readiness, math, and discovery, along with organic outdoor gardening and science. We provide an excellent education as well as support children’s emotional and social needs. Crestwell school is a Florida not for profit 501(c)3 organization.
www.crestwellschool.org
1901 Park Meadows Drive, Fort Myers
(239) 481-4478

Creative World School
Creative World School is an Early Education School where children come to laugh and learn every day! We believe that children learn best in an inspiring environment. Our custom-built Exploratorium is a World of Wonder where children have hands-on experiences that help them understand the world around them. We dive into Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math – or STEAM learning – and engage in a different theme for our Inquiry Explorations each month. Come for loving infant care, engaging toddler programs, challenging preschool learning, and kindergarten readiness. We also offer CW Kid’s Club before and after school care for your School Age student. Call us to set up a tour today!
www.creativeworldschool.com
Estero (Three Oaks)
19671 Cypress View Drive, Fort Myers
(239) 415-7845
Gateway
11961 Fairway Lakes Drive, Fort Myers
(239) 208-8842

Foundations Early Learning Center
Foundations Early Learning Center provides a nurturing, safe, faith-based foundation that enriches each child spiritually, socially, emotionally and academically. It serves children age 1 through VPK with both full and part time programs. Foundations is a ministry of Cape Coral First United Methodist Church and is located on Coronado Parkway. For more information, visit www.foundationselc.org
4118 Coronado Pkwy., Cape Coral
(239) 542-4051

GLAD Kids
Now a part of the Heights Foundation, GLAD KIDS offers Free VPK program 8:30am – 12:30pm, Aug. 12 – May 22. Hours 6:30 am – 5:30 pm Monday – Friday Serving children 6 weeks to 5 years old, VPK & School Readiness Provider with the Early Learning Coalition, Free Breakfast, Lunch and Snack,  Scholarships available. Call Now for a Tour!
www.gladkids.net
10320 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
(239) 481-2100

Growing Room Child Development
Growing Room Fort Myers and Growing Room Bonita Springs opens the door to a secure, quality, fun and nurturing educational environment based on a balanced partnership with parents. We are proud to offer FREE Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) for preschool children age 4. Our VPK program runs from 9 a.m. – noon Monday through Friday. We also offer a “wrap-around” program for parents who need child care beyond the FREE VPK hours. Our program focuses on reading, writing and social skills and prepares children for Kindergarten.
www.GrowingRoomChildDevelopment.com
25151 Bernwood Drive, Bonita Springs
(239) 495-0045
8950 Gladiolus Road, Fort Myers
(239) 466-6646

Joseph H. Messina Children’s Center
Providing reliability and flexibility for the 21st century parent who may work a non-traditional schedule, we are open 6:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.Operated by Child Care of Southwest Florida and located near Page Field, this unique and exciting nationally accredited center offers community gardens and a natural playscape. Teachers facilitate learning by allowing children to plan their explorations, building early literacy, language, math and science skills through play. Our Family Resource Counselor provides family support. We provide free, nutritious meals and offer VPK.
www.ccswfl.org
4650 Fowler St., Fort Myers
(239) 278-1148

Kid’s World Preschool
Now enrolling 2, 3, & 4 year olds for the 2019-2020 school year. Kid’s World Preschool is a leading provider of quality childcare for children 24 months through age 9.  Our school is nationally accredited through NAC and Florida Gold Seal approved, plus we accept School Readiness. All meals are included in tuition. Visit us online for more information about our programs. Open from 6:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Conveniently located across the street from Diplomat Elementary & Middle School
www.kidsworldpreschool.com
1126 NE 16th Terrace, Cape Coral
(239) 573-7233

Kings Kidz Academy
Kings Kidz Academy offers a Christ centered curriculum and “hands on learning” for children ages 1 through 5. We also offer VPK and Wrap Around Care school age before and afterschool care. Fun activities and field trips are offered on “no school” days! Nutritious meals are included. Stop by to tour and meet our amazing staff!
330 W. Mariana Ave. N., Fort Myers
(239) 656-1551

P.A. Geraci Child Development Center
Child Care of Southwest Florida’s P.A. Geraci Child Development Center is a nationally accredited center dedicated to providing the best educational program and a safe, loving place for children and their families. We empower children by helping them develop, refine and expand knowledge, skills, language and social competence. We care for infants through eight year olds, morning and afternoon care and offer free VPK for 4 year olds. Family style nutritious meals and snacks provided for free. Open 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
www.ccswfl.org
3713 Canal Street, Fort Myers
(239) 337-4995

Preschool at The Lamb
Preschool @ The Lamb is an Early Education School where your young child can dive into learning as they investigate and explore the world around them! We love young children and nurture their curiosity with inquiry-based curriculum, STEAM education, field studies, and school readiness experiences. Part and full-time options are available for Twos, Preschool, Pre-K, and VPK. Call today to schedule a tour and see how your family can become part of ours! Visit us for a tour. www.lambofgodchurch.net/preschool-at-the-lamb
19691 Cypress View Drive, Fort Myers
(239) 267-2694

St. Andrew Catholic School
St. Andrew Catholic School is a vibrant, accredited Primary/Middle school dedicated to “Building Faith, Hearts and Minds through Catholic traditions, academic excellence and respect for God’s earth and its cultures”. As one of only nine STREAM certified schools in the state of Florida, our program integrates Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Art and Math across the curriculum.  Students enjoy various extra-curricular opportunities. Please contact us for your personal tour.  Financial Assistance Available.
www.standrewcs.org
1509 SE 27th Street, Cape Coral
(239) 772-3922

St. Michael’s Early Learning Center
Educating for life here and for eternity! Our school is accredited by both National Lutheran School Accreditation (NLSA) and AdvancEd. We are a National Blue Ribbon School. Our Little Saints Early Learning Center (6 weeks – 3 years) is a place for learning new language and socialization skills through play and child-centered activities. Our PreK 3 and PreK 4 classrooms are fun-filled learning environments where friendships grow right along with the children as they prepare for Kindergarten.  Children are encouraged to ask questions and work together to solve problems.
3595 Broadway, Fort Myers
239-939-1218
www.smlcs.org

Summit Christian School
Summit Christian School provides a rigorous academic program in a loving and Christ-centered environment. We are a unique, caring community with an outstanding curriculum and an excellent, professional teaching staff. Summit Christian School offers a Pre-kindergarten program for three-year-olds that is either 3 half-days or 3 full days (Monday, Wednesday, and Frida).  We also provide a VPK program for four-year-olds and have full-day wrap-around services for students in the VPK program.
Please call today for a personal tour.
9065 Ligon Court, Fort Myers
(239) 482-7007
www.summitchristianschool.org

Wellington Academy
Are you looking for a quality VPK program for your four year old?  Look no further!  Wellington Academy has been serving Lee County families for over 33 years.  We are the providers of quality child care for children ages birth through VPK. Our schools are nationally accredited and Gold Seal approved. Voted by parents as the Best Preschool in the 2011 Parent’s Choice awards, 2015, 2016 & 2016 Best of SWFL Recipients!  Our VPK program has been extremely successful in fully preparing students for Kindergarten and beyond.  Wellington Academy’s Kindergarten Readiness Rates have been in the top 5% in Lee County for the last 5 years.  Our VPK program offers a safe well-equipped classroom environment for your child while focusing on all of the Kindergarten readiness standards.  Our schools are conveniently located near your home and work place to serve you better. www.wellingtonacademyschools.com. Call or stop by today to reserve a spot for your child in our VPK program!
Fort Myers, 5244 Ramsey Way
(near Sams Club)
(239) 275-8818
North Cape Coral, 1024 SE 10th St.
(near Cape Coral Hospital)
(239) 574-8818
South Cape Coral, 4412 SE 15th Ave.
(near Cape Coral Pkwy Bridge)
(239) 549-8818

Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center
The mission of Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center is to support families and help young chil­dren grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18) by  nurturing  their spiritual, social, emotional, physical,  and cognitive development  (Proverbs 22:6)  and equipping them to share the love of Christ with others  (Mark 16:15).  Program Goals: Children develop a personal relationship with Jesus, their Savior; Prepare children socially and emotionally for kindergarten; Set a solid foundation for self-discipline; and Set groundwork for life-long interest in academic learning and problem solving. A Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten and School Readiness Provider, our fee schedule is available upon request
7401 Winkler Road,  Fort Myers
(239) 481-4040