Our Schools

Find the Right School for Your Family

Every family deserves a school they can trust close to home, and finding it shouldn't feel like a research project.

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Our Family of schools

Neighborhood Schools with a Strong Foundation

Our schools carry the names their communities already know, and behind each one stands the strength of a larger family: shared safety practices, one approach to learning, and real support for teachers. Local warmth, bigger backing, and you feel both from the first visit.

Getting Started is Simple

From first look to first day, here's the path most families take.

Find Your School

Start with our school finder to see the schools near your home or work, the programs each offers, and the ages they serve. Most families discover there's a school closer than they realized.

Schedule a Tour

Pick a day and come see it for yourself: classrooms in motion, teachers at work, and a director ready for your questions. Bring your child along, their reaction is part of the answer.

Meet Your School's Team

Sit down with your director for the practical details, tuition, availability for your child's age, start dates, while getting to know the people who'd care for your child every day.

Enroll at Your School

When you're ready, your school's team guides you through every form and detail. Enrollment is year-round as space allows. From there, all that's left is picking a first day.

OUR STANDARDS

Licensed, Vetted, & Held to More

Every school in our family is licensed by the state, with real standards for safety, ratios, and daily operations behind that license. Many of our schools go further, holding additional accreditations and taking part in recognized quality programs. Ask your school which apply, or see what stands behind the name on the door.

What You'll Find Inside

The things families ask about most, and where to dig deeper.

Health and Safety

Keypad entry, background-checked teachers, and daily practices that protect every child.

Meals and Nutrition

How mealtimes work, from menus to allergies, and why the table is a classroom too.

Our Teachers

Screened, trained, and there for the moments that matter. Meet the people behind the day.

A preschool teacher sits on the floor of her classroom with a small group of students as she reads them a book. The children are each dressed casually and are focused on the story.

How Children Learn

Learning Beyond Paper, our play-based curriculum, turns every day into discovery.

Why Our Families Trust Us

Megan Whiteside
Childlife Preschool - Countryway/Westchase
"We've had a great experience here! The staff are always friendly, caring, and wonderful with our son. We especially love the daily photo updates. It's so fun to see what he's learning, playing, and doing throughout the day. Knowing he's happy, well cared for, and enjoying his time there gives us so much peace of mind. Highly recommend! 😊"
Jennifer Denmon
Childlife Preschool - Countryway/Westchase
"Both my daughters attended Childlife Preschool-my oldest from 2 years old, and my youngest from 6 months. We have always appreciated the caring and friendly staff that cared for our children. In all, we spent 8 years at Childlife through daycare and summer camp. My girls made friends, learned so much that prepared them for Kindergarten, and were cared for by kind and loving staff who helped develop their talents and made them feel safe and special. I highly recommend Childlife on Waters for any parent looking for a safe and effective place for their young one to grow."
Nate Cooper
Childlife Preschool - Carrollwood/Citrus Park
"I am extremely happy with how fast my son is learning at Childlife Preschool! We only speak English at home, but he is already understanding Spanish, learning to feed himself, and picking up new words every day. The pictures I receive daily make my day! When I ask if he wants to see his teachers, Yeni and Scarlett, he gets excited and says their names. If I ever had to choose another childcare center, it would have to be just as amazing as Childlife. The communication is TOP TIER, and I truly appreciate the care, love, and attention my son receives. I couldn't be happier with our experience!"
Hillary Bazoni
Childlife Preschool - Carrollwood/Citrus Park
"We’ve had a very positive experience with Childlife Preschool. The teachers and staff are kind, attentive, and caring with the children. Lara has been very well treated, and I feel comfortable knowing she is in a safe and welcoming environment. Communication with the families is also very good. I’m very grateful for the care and attention they give her every day. I highly recommend Childlife Preschool!"
Common Questions

Everything You Need to Know

What ages do your schools serve?

Our schools care for children from 6 weeks through school age, infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-K, and before- and after-school care for older siblings. Programs vary by school, so check your nearest school's offerings or ask their director what's available for your child's age.

A real look at a real day: classrooms in action, teachers doing what they do, and time with the director to ask anything. Bring your child if you'd like, watching how they take to the space tells you a lot. There's no pressure attached, just a chance to see if it feels right.

Tuition varies by school, program, and schedule, so your local school is the right source for current rates. They'll also walk you through anything that may lower your cost where offered.

Earlier than most families expect, especially for infant care, where spaces are limited everywhere and expecting parents often tour before their baby arrives. For preschool and pre-K, a few months ahead is typical. That said, families' plans change fast and openings do too, so it's never too late to ask.

Ask to join the waitlist. Classrooms turn over naturally as children grow into their next age group, so spots open throughout the year, and waitlists often move faster than families expect. And since we're a family of schools, there may be a sister school nearby with space now, same approach, same standards, so your child can start there and move over if a spot opens at your first choice. Your director can help you look at both options.

Take the First Step Today

One step closer to an exceptional education for your child, every day.

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