Looking for the right preschool for your child? This Preschool Directory is dedicated to organizations and schools that offer preschool programs for 2-5-year-olds in the Oshkosh area. The information in this guide serves as a starting point for your search in Preschools. We recommend that you, as parents or guardians, make your own inquiries regarding the schools and verify what each school has to offer.
Resources to Help Choose the Right Preschool for your Family
PBS for Parents: Choosing a Preschool or Childcare Center – Choosing your child’s childcare center or first school is both an exciting and daunting prospect. Regardless of the qualities you’re looking for, it’s wise to start researching early and apply to multiple programs, because space is often limited. Here are questions to ask, and things to look for to ensure that this school will be right for your child and you. Be sure to call in advance to arrange a tour. You may want to arrange an initial visit without your child and a follow-up visit with her to observe how she functions in the program. PBS for Parents shares tips for before you go, when you get there and more questions to ask when choosing a preschool or childcare center.
Start by considering your family’s needs and budget. Here are some things to think about!
- What is your budget?
- Do you need wrap-around or extended care? Half days of full days?
- Are you looking for a particular educational philosophy? Some options include religious or faith-based, Montessori, community, and cooperative.
- Do your friends or family have referrals or recommendations?
- Consider Accreditation programs. What is the curriculum?
- Ask about teacher qualifications.
- What is the outdoor space like? Outdoor play and exposure to nature is important too!
- Look for a community where parents, teachers, and children support each other.
- When visiting for a tour, above all, trust your instinct!
Find a Preschool Near Me in Oshkosh
Oshkosh Early Learning
The Oshkosh Area School District, in collaboration with several local child care centers, private preschools, and Head Start, provides early learning opportunities for young children beginning at age four. The Ready 4 Learning program provides high-quality, free public preschool for all children who turn four on or before September 1 of the current school year. Special education services are provided to children who qualify beginning at age three.
Preschools in Oshkosh
- Art for Kids
City Center Associates LLC, 400 City Center, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 303-9498 - Carl Traeger Elementary (Oshkosh Early Learning – OASD)
3000 W. 20th Ave, Oshkosh, Wisconsin - Chiemsee Castle Day Care LLC
4055 WI-91, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 231-4768 - Christian Community Child Center
3870 Jackson St, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 237-0344 - Davis Child Care Center (Oshkosh Early Learning – OASD)
1260 N Westfield St, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 233-2330 - First Presbyterian Preschool
110 Church Ave, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 235-6180 - Grace Lutheran Church & School
913 Nebraska St, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 231-8957 - Jacob Shapiro Elementary (Oshkosh Early Learning – OASD)
1050 W 18th Ave, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 424-0164 - Martin Luther School
1526 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 209-3857 - Oakwood Elementary (Oshkosh Early Learning – OASD)
1225 N Oakwood Rd, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 424-0315 - Peace Christian Preschool (Oshkosh Early Learning – OASD)
240 W 9th Avenue, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 651-1595 - Trinity Lutheran School
819 School Ave, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 235-1730 - UW-Oshkosh Head Start – Wilcox Center (Oshkosh Early Learning – OASD)
515 E. Parkway Avenue, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 424-2166 - UW-Oshkosh Children’s Learning & Care Center (Oshkosh Early Learning – OASD)
UW Oshkosh Lincoln Hall
608 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, Wisconsin - Webster Stanley Elementary (Oshkosh Early Learning – OASD)
915 Hazel St, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 424-0442 - Valley Christian School
3450 Vinland St, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
(920) 231-9704 - YMCA Oshkosh Ready-4-Learning PreK (Oshkosh Early Learning – OASD)
Downtown YMCA or 20th St YMCA Oshkosh (2 location Options)
Call the Oshkosh Area School District at (920) 424-1004
If you see your favorite organization missing from our list, see changes that need to be made, or are a preschool looking to upgrade your listing, please contact us.
